Nadiya Kitcmanuk
Suffern
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate physician assistant graduate with four years of hands-on dermatology experience as a medical assistant and additional clinical training through a dermatology rotation during PA school. Passionate about medical and cosmetic dermatology, patient education, and delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Strong foundation in dermatologic procedures, clinical workflow, and collaborative team environments. Recognized for excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a strong work ethic, with a commitment to continued learning and professional growth within dermatology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Schweiger Dermatology Group
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted dermatologist in performing various dermatological procedures, including biopsies, excisions, and cryotherapy
- Recorded patients' medical history, symptoms, and vital signs accurately in electronic health records (EHR) system
- Provided education to patients on proper skincare routines and post-treatment care instructions
- Instructed patients on medication usage, dosage instructions, potential side effects, and precautions under physician guidance
- Aided in documenting patient progress notes following consultations or treatment sessions with detailed information on findings and recommendations provided by the dermatologist
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Assisted physicians and nurses in providing urgent medical care to patients in a fast-paced urgent care setting
- Performed vital signs assessments, including blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate measurements
- Conducted basic laboratory tests such as urine analysis, rapid strep tests, pregnancy tests, and glucose monitoring
- Assisted with wound care procedures including cleaning wounds, applying dressings, and providing appropriate instructions for follow-up care at home
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols by properly sterilizing equipment after each use and maintaining a clean work environment throughout the day
- Performed EKGs (electrocardiograms) to assess cardiac activity and identify any abnormalities that required further evaluation by healthcare providers
Education
Masters in Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Florham Park, NJ05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY05.2022
Skills
- Proficient and fluent in Ukrainian
- Proficient in EMR: ModMed (EMA)
- HIPAA compliance
- Suturing
- Medical diagnosis
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Physical examination
- Diagnosing conditions
- Biopsy techniques
- Injectable therapies
Clinical Rotation Experience
- January 2025- February 2026 (5 weeks per rotation)
- Emergency Medicine: Carewell ER, East Orange, NJ
- General Surgery: Richmond University Medical Center, Staten Island, NY
- Internal Medicine: Bellevue Hospital, New York, NY
- Psychiatry: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, Paramus, NJ
- Family Medicine: Vanguard Medical Center, Riverdale, NJ
- Pediatrics: Practice of Clifford Butterman, MD, West New York, NJ
- Gynecology: Practice of Russel Hoffman, MD, Mountainside, NJ
- Urgent Care: AFC Urgent Care, Paramus, NJ
- Dermatology: Schweiger Dermatology Group, Paramus, NJ
Affiliations
- Member of the PAEA
- Member of the AAPA
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Schweiger Dermatology Group
11.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
AFC Urgent Care
05.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Binghamton University
Masters in Physician Assistant Studies - Physician Assistant
Fairleigh Dickinson University