Leah Stubblefield
Safety Harbor,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Physician Assistant with exceptional diagnostic skills and clinical experience in an orthopedic practice. Looking for new opportunity for growth. Compassionate and detailed oriented provider with 16 years of experience in office, hospital, nursing homes, and operating room settings. Proficient in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality patient care. Excellent skill set in performing medical procedures, interpreting diagnostic testing, and educating patients on preventative care.
Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills in fast-paced medical environment. Leveraged medical knowledge and patient care techniques to support diverse healthcare needs. Seeking to transition into new field, utilizing strong foundation in clinical and interpersonal skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Pinellas Medical Associates
07.2008 - 08.2024
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, order and interpret X-rays, MRI and CT films, evaluate labs
- Perform medical procedures such as suturing, wound care, casting, splinting, and injections
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to provide high-quality patient care
- Educate patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative care strategies
- Screen and evaluate patients for surgical treatment
- Conducted rounds in hospitals and nursing homes to check on admitted patients and provide care.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Assisted physicians during surgeries and other medical procedures to treat patients appropriately and safely.
- 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.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring proper preparation of operating room equipment and patient positioning for optimal outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic bedside manner.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Barry University
Miami, FL01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08-2005
Skills
- Patient Assessment and diagnosis
- Medical Procedures
- Prescription and medication management
- Electronic Medical Records
- Patient Education and Preventative care
- Interdisciplinary Team collaboration
- Strong Communication
- Critical thinking
- Physical examination
- Differential diagnoses
- Direct patient care
- Rounds management
Certification
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C), Present
- BLS, current
- Botox and Fillers Injections, 07/2020
- Advance Techniques in Botox and Filler Injections, 11/2021
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Pinellas Medical Associates
07.2008 - 08.2024
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Barry University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
University of Florida
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