Lauren Kovacic
Dyer,IN
Summary
Compassionate Physician Assistant specialized in Cardiothoracic Surgery, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess advanced skills in patient assessment, surgical assistance, and post-operative care. Excel in teamwork, communication, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with healthcare professionals to provide top-tier patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Franciscan Health
Crown Point, Indiana
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted rounds with physicians on hospitalized patients to provide updates on progress and discuss treatments.
- Provided postoperative care to patients recovering from cardiothoracic surgery including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing wound care.
- Precepted Valparaiso University physician assistant students during clinical training.
- Guided new hires through comprehensive year-long training process.
- First assist in cardiothoracic and vascular procedured including, but not limited to: coronary artery bypass grafting, valve replacement, thoracotomy, robotic lobectomy, carotid endarterectomy
- Proficient in endoscopic greater saphenous vein harvesting using Hemapro 2 system
- Proficient in arterial line placement, temporary pacing wire removal, chest tube removal, and intraaortic balloon pump removal
Physician Assistant
Midwest Express Clinic
Schererville, Indiana
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided convenient, friendly patient care to all who come through our door seeking health related services
- Provides leadership, direction, and assistance during emergencies while maintaining a comforting and reassuring affect for patients
- Exhibited a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
- Adjusted to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality
- Working environment subject to varying fast paced and high stress conditions, including long and variable hours, changing locations, and continuous and frequent contact with others
- Performed medical assessment, treatment, management and follow up of clinic patients including, but not limited to: primary care, urgent care, DOT physicals and workers compensation
- Performed medical procedures including, but not limited to: laceration repairs, nail removal, pap tests, injections, and abscess incision and drainage
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN06.2019
Skills
- Endoscopic techniques
- Patient assessment
- Wound care management
- Surgical assistance
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
Timeline
Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Franciscan Health
09.2022 - Current
Physician Assistant
Midwest Express Clinic
10.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Valparaiso University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Valparaiso University