Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Kendra Yakobson

Summary

Hardworking and passionate Physician Assistant with strong organizational skills and excellent bedside manner. Skilled in direct patient care and suturing, with an ability to mentor peers, showcasing leadership and clinical expertise.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Neurosurgical Physician Assistant

Neurosurgery One
09.2023 - 05.2024

Neurosurgical Physician Assistant

Colorado Brain And Spine Institute
06.2021 - 06.2023


Summary of Role At Both Neurosurgical Practices:

  • Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress, and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
  • Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
  • Rapidly analyzed and responded to neurosurgical emergency situations at Level I and Level II trauma centers.
  • Assisted Physicians with complex cranial and spinal surgical procedures
  • Prescribed medications to patients to alleviate symptoms.
  • Took call during the day, night, and weekends per practice needs
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging moments, fostering trusting relationships throughout their healthcare journey
  • Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients on variety of cranial and spinal diagnoses
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic bedside manner.
  • Optimized time management skills to prioritize urgent cases while maintaining high-quality care for all patients.
  • Contributed to improved team performance by participating in interdisciplinary meetings, offering insights as a Physician Assistant.
  • Mentored newly hired Physician Assistants within the practice, helping them acclimate to their roles effectively while fostering a collaborative work environment.



Student Notetaker

Yale University- Resource Office On Disability
01.2019 - 09.2019

Medical Assistant

Orthopaedic And Spine Center Of The Rockies
09.2018 - 12.2018

Graduate Teaching Assistant- Biology & Physiology

Colorado State University
05.2017 - 12.2018

Patient Care Specialist, Clinical Liaison, and MA

Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center
09.2012 - 07.2016

Education

Master of Medical Science - Physician Assistant Program

Yale School of Medicine
New Haven, CT
06.2021

Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science, Minor: Biomedical Sciences

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05.2010

Skills

  • Direct Patient Care: Outpatient and Inpatient
  • 1st Assist in the OR, Suturing
  • Cranial and Spinal Drain Removal, Shunt Adjustments
  • Patient History Documentation
  • Physical Examination
  • Diagnosing Conditions
  • Patient Assessment and Plan
  • Ordering and Interpreting Radiology Results
  • Patient Management
  • Educating Patients
  • Managing Prescriptions
  • Electronic Medical Records (Athena, Epic, Meditech)

Certification

  • Colorado State Physician Assistant License - exp. 2026
  • DEA - exp. 2027
  • BLS/ACLS, American Heart Association - exp. 2026
  • Pi Alpha Honor Society Member since 2022


Timeline

Neurosurgical Physician Assistant

Neurosurgery One
09.2023 - 05.2024

Neurosurgical Physician Assistant

Colorado Brain And Spine Institute
06.2021 - 06.2023

Student Notetaker

Yale University- Resource Office On Disability
01.2019 - 09.2019

Medical Assistant

Orthopaedic And Spine Center Of The Rockies
09.2018 - 12.2018

Graduate Teaching Assistant- Biology & Physiology

Colorado State University
05.2017 - 12.2018

Patient Care Specialist, Clinical Liaison, and MA

Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center
09.2012 - 07.2016

Master of Medical Science - Physician Assistant Program

Yale School of Medicine

Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Colorado State University

Bachelor of Science - Biological Science, Minor: Biomedical Sciences

Colorado State University
Kendra Yakobson