Kristin Sparks
Valdosta,GA
Summary
Competent Physician Assistant with 1 year of experience in Women's Health, alongside 2 years working in an Orthopedic setting. Well-developed skills in patient observation, assessment and examination. Demonstrated expertise in EMR, with a strong ability to interpret laboratory results and improve patient health outcomes. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through comprehensive assessments and education, leveraging both technical and interpersonal skills. Experienced as a first assist in the operative setting alongside orthopedic and general surgeons.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Statesboro Women's Health Specialists
04.2024 - Current
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- 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.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
Medical Assistant
Optim Orthopedics
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Prepared patient charts and records regarding previous or upcoming orthopedic appointments
- Ordered x-rays, imaging studies, referrals, laboratory measures, and cultures
- Obtained vital signs, patient history, and review of systems during intake
- Scheduled total knee and hip replacement surgeries and educated patients on upcoming procedures
- Assistant physicians and physician assistants during minor procedures performed in clinic
- Removed stitches and staples in post-operative patients
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
South University
Savannah, Georgia03-2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, Georgia12-2018
Skills
- Ordering tests and interpreting laboratory results
- Differential diagnoses and patient diagnosing
- Surgical assistance
- Performing procedures, surgical closures and laceration repair
- Patient assessment and examinations
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Assessing pathophysiology
- Casting and splinting
- EMR Experience
Certification
- NCCPA Board Certified Physician Assistant - 04/25/2024 through 12/31/2026
- Georgia Board Licensed Physician Assistant - 05/30/2024 through 11/30/2025
- ACLS Certification - 08/21/2024 through 08/21/2026
- BLS Certification - 08/19/2024 through 08/19/2024
Additional Information
- Emergency Medicine - Sylvania, GA. 7/31/2023 to 9/1/2023: Optim Medical Center, Screven - Bobby Sikes, PA-C.
- Orthopedic Surgery - Statesboro, GA. 11/6/2023 to 12/8/2023: Optim Orthopedics - Scott Sanders, PA-C and Dr. Don Aaron, MD.
- General Surgery - Hinesville, GA. 1/8/2024 to 2/9/2024: Liberty Regional Medical Center - Dr. Christina McCain, MD.
- Family Medicine - Statesboro, GA. 2-12-2024 to 3-15-2024: Statesboro Family Practice - Shelly Phillips, FNP-C and Dr. Henry Purvis, MD.
- Internal Medicine - Rincon, GA. 10-2-2023 to 11-3-2023: Alda Medical Center - Patrick Whitledge, PA-C and Dr. Lawrence Adjei, MD.
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Statesboro Women's Health Specialists
04.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Optim Orthopedics
03.2020 - 12.2021
- NCCPA Board Certified Physician Assistant - 04/25/2024 through 12/31/2026
- Georgia Board Licensed Physician Assistant - 05/30/2024 through 11/30/2025
- ACLS Certification - 08/21/2024 through 08/21/2026
- BLS Certification - 08/19/2024 through 08/19/2024
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
South University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Georgia Southern University
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