Melissa Stallings
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Compassionate, professional Physician Assistant with 3 years in surgery and 1 year in primary care seeking an opportunity to focus energy and passion on providing quality patient-oriented care. Interested in relocating to Western USA and continue to develop and utilize my skills as a medical provider. Dedicated to optimizing the health and wellness of patients and providing insight needed for achievement of health goals. In search of a strong supervising physician relationship in order to provide the best care to patients as possible.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
Concentra Urgent Care
Charlotte, NC
12.2023 - Current
- Clinic mainly operates as an occupational urgent care, frequently investigating and treating injuries that occurred in the workplace.
- Perform DOT physical examinations according to FMCSA standards.
- Stabilize acute orthopedic injuries through splinting or casting and referring to appropriate specialist as needed.
- Provide wound care as needed to include minor debridement, superficial foreign body removal and suturing.
- Interpret diagnostic test results to determine deviations from normal.
- Develop treatment plans for acute injuries and monitor progress of patients over time through regular follow-up visits
- Provide diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
- Documented all patient visits in an electronic medical record system using appropriate coding.
Physician Assistant, PRN/Part Time
Signify Health
Charlotte, NC
12.2023 - Current
- Evaluate and perform exams on patients in the comfort of their own residence
- The comprehensive visits include obtaining medical history, medication history, current complaints, potential socioeconomic issues, and annual wellness exam findings
- Play a crucial role in assessing the health care needs of insurance beneficiaries and ensuring that they receive the appropriate level of care and support
- Establish a compassionate and professional rapport with patients while addressing their concerns, answering questions, and providing clear explanations about the evaluation process
- Provide education to patients and their families about available health care resources, preventive care measures and strategies for managing chronic conditions
- Work closely with healthcare professionals, including primary care providers and social workers, to gather and provide relevant information and ensure a holistic understanding of the patient’s health care needs
- Stay updated on the latest Medicare guidelines and regulations to ensure accurate and compliant assessments
- Document findings and recommendations in accordance with Medicare standards.
Physician Assistant, Full Time
Metrolina Surgical Specialists
Charlotte, NC
02.2021 - 09.2023
- Physician Assistant in a private general surgery practice specializing in vascular surgery
- First assist surgeon in large operations includes but not limited to surgical bypass, carotid endarterectomy, arteriovenous fistula/graft creations, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and open hernia repairs
- Adept at assisting the surgeon in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of vascular disorders as well as several disorders requiring general surgery
- Possessing comprehensive knowledge of vascular surgical procedures, perioperative care, and endovascular interventions
- Proven ability to excel in fast-paced environments while maintaining a patient-centered approach
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a commitment to optimizing patient outcomes
- Assist the attending physician in new and established patient evaluations, follow up/post-op care, and education regarding disease processes, interventions/treatments available
- Experience in consulting, rounding, and discharging patients from the hospital
- This includes care coordination with other patient team members including nursing staff, social workers, and other physician consults
- Responsible for pre-procedure and post-procedure care of patients receiving endovascular interventions in the office setting
- First assist with endovascular interventions in the office and assist in administering moderate sedation to patients prior to procedure
- Experience in creating and submitting claims, ordering inventory, preparing table for surgery using sterile technique, obtaining insurance authorizations, and coordinating with surgical/equipment representatives.
Physician Assistant, Full Time
Masonboro Family Medicine
Wilmington, NC
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Primary care provider in a fast-paced, private practice
- Involved in all aspects of patient care across the lifespan, including detailed history, physical examinations, development and implementation of treatment plans, prescribing medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, as well as in-office surgical procedures
- Proficient at wound closure including sutures and staples, wound care, I&D, hemorrhoid evacuation, injections, aseptic and isolation techniques
- Experience in the management of chronic medical illnesses such as, but not limited to diabetes mellitus, COPD, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, heart failure, arrhythmias, obesity, chronic pain syndromes, thyroid disease, liver disease, psychiatric conditions, and substance abuse
- Experience in diagnosing and treating emergent and urgent care problems
- Experience working in a diverse environment with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds.
Medical Scribe, Emergency Medicine
PhysAssist Scribes, Inc.
Jacksonville, NC
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Shadow and record patient-physician interaction within the emergency department
- Type the appropriate medical information in the patient’s medical record, including but not limited to History of Present Illness, Review of Systems, and Physical Exam findings
- Communicate efficiently and effectively with the physician assigned to
- Maintain privacy and adhere to HIPAA rules and regulations.
Customer Service Representative
Carolina Home Medical
New Bern, NC
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Serve as a customer service representative for durable medical equipment sales
- Retrieve prescriptions for durable medical equipment and dispense as directed
- Verify personal and insurance information
- Provide instructions to patients on proper use of equipment
- Experience in measuring and assessing patients for compression stockings.
Certified Nursing Assistant I
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Wilmington, NC
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Uphold responsibility of a nurse aide to provide personal care to the patients of the hospital in various clinical settings such as inpatient admissions and behavioral health
- Communicate and work with other staff to carry out specified tasks and to provide quality care to patients and their families.
Resident Assistant (CNA), Medicine Technician
Spring Arbor Assisted Living
Albemarle, NC
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Assist residents in completing activities of daily living
- Provide residents with medications and assist in wound care
- Answer resident requests as directed.
Home Health Aide
Bayada Home Health Care
Albemarle, NC
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Provide personal care in the comfort of a client’s home
- Prepare meals for clients as needed
- Keep client’s home organized and clean
- Ensure that clients have taken their pre-organized medications
- Report any abnormal findings or changes to the home care nurse.
Intern, Support Staff
Bayada Home Health Care
Concord, NC
01.2015
- Work in a home health care office to provide general office support (filing, organization, etc.)
- Call patients to confirm upcoming home health aide schedule
- Uphold compliance for current employees
- Answer phone calls and requests in a professional manner.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
East Carolina University
01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina Wilmington
01.2015
Spanish
North Carolina Governor’s School
Skills
- Suturing and wound closure
- First-assist in OR
- Minor office procedures
- Medical Decision Making
- Medical Examination
- Second Language, Spanish - Intermediate Proficiency
- EMR including EPIC, eClinicalWorks, and Allscripts
- Computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Collaborating in a multidisciplinary approach
Honors and Awards
- 2014, 2015, Team Captain, UNCW Track and Field
- 2013, 2015, National College Athlete Honor Society
Licenses and Certifications
- NCCPA Board Certified
- Current DEA license
- Unrestricted NCMB License
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
- DOT Certified Medical Examiner
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Physician Assistants, 2020
- North Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants, 2021
Accomplishments
· 2018, Dale Newton Scholarship – Department of Physician Assistant Studies
· 2013 – 2015, Athletic Scholarship – University of North Carolina Wilmington
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Concentra Urgent Care
12.2023 - Current
Physician Assistant, PRN/Part Time
Signify Health
12.2023 - Current
Physician Assistant, Full Time
Metrolina Surgical Specialists
02.2021 - 09.2023
Physician Assistant, Full Time
Masonboro Family Medicine
01.2020 - 01.2021
Medical Scribe, Emergency Medicine
PhysAssist Scribes, Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2016
Customer Service Representative
Carolina Home Medical
01.2015 - 01.2016
Intern, Support Staff
Bayada Home Health Care
01.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant I
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2014
Resident Assistant (CNA), Medicine Technician
Spring Arbor Assisted Living
01.2012 - 01.2014
Home Health Aide
Bayada Home Health Care
01.2011 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Spanish
North Carolina Governor’s School
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