LISA WILLIAMS
Trumansburg,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with 20+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of best practices, team leadership, and advanced clinical practice. Aiming to continue developing my skills as a APP with your organization.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMERGENCY MEDICINE APP
Schuyler Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Provides medical care including assessments, diagnosis and treatment planning in a small critical assess hospital with appropriate remote oversite.
- Applied advanced airway management techniques and performed procedures including central line and chest tube placement with proficiency.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic and compassionate care during high-stress situations.
EMERGENCY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (APP)
NES Health
10.2019 - 10.2024
- Provided medical care including assessments, diagnosis and treatment planning in a small critical assess hospital with appropriate remote oversite.
- Delivered high-quality medical care while managing multiple patients simultaneously during periods of high volume or limited staffing resources.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emergency medicine best practices through continuous professional development activities.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent follow-up care and patient education on self-management strategies.
- Applied advanced airway management techniques and performed procedures including central line and chest tube placement with proficiency.
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR – PA STUDIES
Ithaca College PA Program
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Taught clinical coursework for Masters level Physician Assistant students including: Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory Interpretation, and Clinical Diagnosis I
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Provided a collegial and inclusive work environment conductive to learning and professional growth for all students
APP - TRAUMA SURGERY
Lehigh Valley Hospital Network
09.2016 - 04.2020
- Worked as a Trauma Surgery team member responding to trauma alerts and acting as a first assistant in operative cases as both a per diem and a full time employee.
- Performed clinical procedures including bedside ultrasound, procedural sedation, joint reduction, central line and chest tube placement
- Diagnosed and treated complex and emergent conditions in collaboration with other health care providers
- Was utilized as a cross coverage first assistant with other specialties including general surgery, orthopedics, plastic surgery, bariatrics, and neurosurgery as needed.
EMERGENCY MEDICINE APP
Lehigh Valley Hospital Network
12.2010 - 08.2018
- Worked as the lead APP for a large ER based provider pool, overseeing scheduling and performance for the final 2.5 years of my full time employment. Position was 80 % clinical 20% administrative
- Diagnosed and treated complex and emergency conditions in collaboration with other health care providers.
- Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment.
- Delivered high-quality medical care while managing multiple patients simultaneously during periods of high volume or limited staffing resources.
GENERAL SRUGICAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Pocono Medical Center
08.2005 - 01.2010
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for enhanced surgical precision and reduced recovery times.
- Performed minor outpatient procedures under physician guidance.
- Managed post-operative care, ensuring timely wound healing and preventing complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide optimal patient care and achieve successful surgical results.
ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Easton Orthopedic Group
09.2003 - 08.2005
- Performed orthopedic assessments, pre-operative evaluations, admission and joint reductions in the ED setting.
- Participated as a First Assistant in many orthopedic cases.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, fostering trust and collaboration within the medical community.
- Educated patients on post-operative care, leading to faster recovery times and fewer hospital readmissions.
- Performed daily hospital rounds and office visits on pre and postoperative patients.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
DeSales University
Allentown, PA08.2003
Bachelor of Science - Biology
DeSales University
Allentown04.2002
Skills
- Medical Decision Making
- Emergency Medical Procedures
- Airway Management
- Adaptability
- Professional Demeanor
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
EMERGENCY MEDICINE APP
Schuyler Hospital
04.2023 - Current
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR – PA STUDIES
Ithaca College PA Program
10.2022 - 08.2023
EMERGENCY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (APP)
NES Health
10.2019 - 10.2024
APP - TRAUMA SURGERY
Lehigh Valley Hospital Network
09.2016 - 04.2020
EMERGENCY MEDICINE APP
Lehigh Valley Hospital Network
12.2010 - 08.2018
GENERAL SRUGICAL PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Pocono Medical Center
08.2005 - 01.2010
ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Easton Orthopedic Group
09.2003 - 08.2005
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
DeSales University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
DeSales University
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