Melissa Perez
Edinburg
Summary
Skilled medical professional bringing solid background in primary care settings serving the needs of all patients with exceptional healthcare knowledge and support. Well-versed in assessing patients and determining diagnoses based on physical evaluations and laboratory testing. Work well independently to handle patient needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant Certified
Frontier Direct Care
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians in providing patient care, ensuring high standards of medical treatment.
- Improved patient outcomes by supporting doctors during examinations and procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive health strategies.
- Reviewed lab results to assist in timely and accurate diagnosis.
- Prepared and administered medications to ensure proper patient treatment.
- Monitored patient progress to adjust care plans as needed.
- Facilitated patient referrals to specialists for comprehensive care.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient treatment plans.
Physician Assistant
Dr.Enrique Griego Guajira Family Clinic
04.2018 - Current
- Consulted with specialists and referred patients for more advanced support based on individual needs.
- Referred patients to outside specialists or hospital admission for more advanced care.
- Prescribed medications and other therapeutic interventions to treat and prevent different illnesses.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
- Devoted expertise to helping Diabetic patients with common infections and serious, chronic or complex concerns.
- Devoted Expertise in Wellmed patients , in regards to assuring all patients meet metrics. Handle the submissions, hospital follow ups and wellmed meetings weekly.
- Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
- Implemented treatment plans for disorders, heart disease, hypertension and diabetes.
- Examined patients and recorded medical histories to use in health assessments and help determine conditions.
- Monitored treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved.
- Reviewed patient vitals, current complaints and case details to fully understand symptoms and accurately assess conditions.
- Provided patient diagnosis, test evaluation and treatment under strict time constraints.
- Maintained HIPAA compliance across patient data-handling, systems and training.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Prescribed medications, explaining side effects and possible adverse reactions to keep patients informed and alert to potential issues
- Collaborated closely with fellow medical team members to share knowledge and discuss best courses for treatment.
- Recommended dietary changes and fitness activities to improve overall health and boost longevity.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
- Provided preventive screenings and care to patients.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX12.2017
Skills
- Ordering Tests
- Assessing Needs
- Patient Diagnosing
- Prescribing Medication
- Multilingual in English and Spanish
- Documenting Vitals
- Geriatric Medicine
- Performing Physicals
- Primary Care Experience
- Family Medicine
- Preoperative Evaluations
- Managing Charts
- Implementing Treatment Plans
- Wellmed metric submissions
Education and Training
other
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physician Assistant Certified
Frontier Direct Care
06.2024 - Current
Physician Assistant
Dr.Enrique Griego Guajira Family Clinic
04.2018 - Current
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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