Kiersten Betz
Hershey,PA
Summary
Talented medical professional and future Physician Assistant offering strong history of success in meeting patient needs by leveraging healthcare expertise to diagnose and treat conditions. Conduct hands-on assessments, collect patient histories and order laboratory tests independently to support patient needs. Self-motivated and hardworking with excellent bedside manner.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiologic Technologist
MedExpress Urgent Care
York, PA
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Minimized patients' exposure to radiation during x-ray imaging through application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients, equipment and restrictive devices.
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients by establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
- Reviewed physicians' orders to determine medical imaging needs and operated radiologic equipment to capture, develop and produce diagnostic images.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Diagnostic Technologist
UPMC Susquehanna
Williamsport, PA
04.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided diagnostic x-rays for inpatients, outpatients, and mostly emergent patients.
- Worked alongside other healthcare workers to efficiently provide care to patients.
- Experience working in level II trauma facility.
Food Service Teamleader
Susquehanna Health
Williamsport, PA
06.2012 - 04.2017
- Supervised other food service workers, assisted coworkers, and maintained smoothly operating kitchen
- Ensured patients received accurate food trays appropriate for their diet orders.
Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant
Penn State College of Medicine
Hershey05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Applied Health Studies: Radiography
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA08.2017
Skills
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology
- Communicates proficiently and effectively
- History of working alongside trauma team
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organization and Time Management
Clinical Experience
Inpatient Internal Medicine
- Initial evaluation of new patients and the development of an initial work-up and management plan to be discussed with the attending.
- Evaluating patients daily to monitor progress and develop proposed adjustments to the management plan.
- Discussing the treatment options and, when appropriate, end-of-life issues with the patient and patient’s family to develop a plan of management most in accordance with the patient’s wishes.
- Writing history and physicals, daily notes, and discharge summaries.
- Attending morning reports, interdisciplinary rounds.
Women's Health
- Perform well-women exams, breast cancer screenings, Pap smears, contraceptive care.
- Provide pre and post-natal care for mothers.
- Aided in vaginal and cesarean deliveries.
Pediatrics
- Perform well-child checks.
- Diagnose and treat acute issues.
- Order and interpret diagnostic testing
- Effectively communicate with children, adolescents, and their guardians
Emergency Medicine
- Practice as a member of a team with a supervising physician.
- Instruct and counsel patients.
- Perform physical examinations.
- Conduct diagnostic and therapeutic studies.
- Interpret diagnostic laboratory and imaging studies.
General Surgery
- Have not yet experienced.
Behavioral Health
- Have not yet experienced.
Pediatric Endocrinology
- Have not yet experienced.
Family Medicine
- Have not yet experienced.
Dermatology
- Have not yet experienced.
Urgent Care
- Have not yet experienced.
Shadowing Experience
- Emergency Medicine
- Urgent Care
- Family Medicine
Certification
- Certified Radiologic Technologist, exp 05/23
- BLS, exp 05/24
- ACLS, exp 05/24
- PALS, exp 05/24
Timeline
Radiologic Technologist
MedExpress Urgent Care
05.2019 - 05.2021
Diagnostic Technologist
UPMC Susquehanna
04.2017 - 06.2019
Food Service Teamleader
Susquehanna Health
06.2012 - 04.2017
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant
Penn State College of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Applied Health Studies: Radiography
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Associate of Applied Science - Radiography
Pennsylvania College of Technology
- Certified Radiologic Technologist, exp 05/23
- BLS, exp 05/24
- ACLS, exp 05/24
- PALS, exp 05/24
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