Matthew McBride
Mason City,IA
Summary
Dedicated Physician Assistant with over 20 years experience at Mason City Clinic, excelling in comprehensive orthopedic care. Proven ability to excel in both surgical and clinical setting, with a strong commitment to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. Experienced to manage outreach clinics and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in diagnostic imaging and therapeutic injections, while demonstrating strong mentorship and leadership in training residents and PA students. Committed to delivering high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Mason City Clinic
08.2004 - Current
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, interpret diagnostic imaging (including X-rays, MRIs and CT scans), and develop effective treatment plans.
- Perform diagnostic and therapeutic injections including joint aspirations, injections, and fracture reductions.
- Serve as a first assistant in orthopedic surgeries including total joint replacements, arthroscopic procedures and trauma repair.
- Participate in first-call assignments, providing initial trauma workup in emergency setting in a Level 2 trauma center, and triage of on-call orthopedic trauma.
- Mentored and assisted in the training of residents from the Mercy One family practice residency.
- Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems, including Epic, for accurate and detailed patient documentation.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA07-2004
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2000
Associate of Science - Biology
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA05-1998
Skills
- Provide comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of orthopedic conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Managed outreach orthopedic clinics in Iowa Falls and Greene, Iowa, effectively collaborating with physicians and nurses
- Assisted surgeons in the operative room during both minor and complex procedures
- Performed on-call duties in North Iowa providing first call care
Certification
Iowa Physician Assistant License: License No: 001578, Issue date: August 9th, 2004
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA): Certified
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Iowa Physician Assistant Society (IPAS) member
American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) member
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Mason City Clinic
08.2004 - Current
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Northern Iowa
Associate of Science - Biology
North Iowa Area Community College