Patrick J. Dougherty BS, MSM, MBA, PA-C
Mattawan,MI
Summary
With over twenty years of clinical and educational experience I am equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Physician Assistant
Southwestern Michigan Emergency Services P.C.
01.2015 - Current
- Managed primary assessment and medical management of the acutely ill or injured patient. Typically 1.5-2 patients per hour
- Experience consulting and collaborating with other subspecialty providers
- EMR utilization and improvement-EPIC
- Integral part in Safety and quality care committees
Associate Professor
Western Michigan University
01.2017 - Current
- Develop a learning model for each topic covered during the didactic year
- Instruct all aspects of bedside physical examination, documentation as it relates to system based medical diagnosis, communication techniques used for patient interviews and professional interactions
- Lecture about topics and interpretation of EKG, laboratory data, radiology findings, and the physical pathology or system-based disease processes
- Lead and Implemented the first on-line training and software roll out across entire PA program platform
Medical Legal Consultant-Expert Witness
Self-employeed
01.2021 - Current
- Created medical exhibits to correlate with testimony.
- Researched related literature regarding issues at hand.
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Consulted with attorneys on malpractice, personal injury and workers compensation claims.
- Experience in deposition, trial preparation, and case review
Physician Assistant-FastCare/Urgent Care
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.2015 - Current
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
Borgess Inpatient Services
01.2009 - 12.2014
- Developed and administered APP scheduling
- Developed workflow plan and practice standards for APP use within the hospitalist group
- Responsible for rapid response for low to high level acuity patient call at Borgess Medical Center
- Acted as night-time House Officer for hospitalist physician group
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Battle Creek Health Systems-Premiere Health Service
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Carepoint, P.C.
01.2006 - 12.2011
- Company Overview: Locations: Aurora Medical Center, Rose Medical Center, Swedish Medical Center, and Skyridge Medical Center Emergency Department
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
Physician Assistant
Aspen Family Care
01.2005 - 12.2008
- Involved in all aspects of Primary care medicine and patient care.
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
Kalamazoo Centers for Medical Studies
01.2003 - 12.2006
- Managed all rapid response calls during night shift for Borgess Medical Center and Bronson Methodist Hospital
- Acted as night-time House Officer for hospitalist Physicians
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
Physician Assistant
Otsego Medical Center
01.2002 - 12.2005
- Experienced in the billing practices for a PA and knowledgeable with regards to PA’s and Medicare/Medicaid Law
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
Emergency Room Technician
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.1996 - 12.2001
- Involved in direct patient care in a team oriented environment
Education
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04-2025
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI08-2002
Bachelor of Science -
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI04-1999
Skills
- Educational leadership, faculty communication, student performance evaluation
- Clinical APP Preceptor since 2004
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
- Medical-Legal Documentation Analysis
- Continuous Quality Improvement Projects
- Data-Driven Medical Practice
- Decades of direct patient care management
- ATLS, ACLS, BLS, PALS Certified
- NCCPA Board Certified
Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
Certification
- Drug Enforcement Administration Registration (DEA) - United States Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration.
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) - American College of Surgeons.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Licensed Physician Assistant - MI Medical Board or Department of Health.
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
- Certified Medical Educator (CME) - Physician Assistant Education Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
- HIPAA Compliance Certification - Various accredited training organizations.
Timeline
Medical Legal Consultant-Expert Witness
Self-employeed
01.2021 - Current
Associate Professor
Western Michigan University
01.2017 - Current
Physician Assistant
Southwestern Michigan Emergency Services P.C.
01.2015 - Current
Physician Assistant-FastCare/Urgent Care
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.2015 - Current
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Battle Creek Health Systems-Premiere Health Service
01.2010 - 12.2012
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
Borgess Inpatient Services
01.2009 - 12.2014
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Carepoint, P.C.
01.2006 - 12.2011
Physician Assistant
Aspen Family Care
01.2005 - 12.2008
Hospitalist Physician Assistant
Kalamazoo Centers for Medical Studies
01.2003 - 12.2006
Physician Assistant
Otsego Medical Center
01.2002 - 12.2005
Emergency Room Technician
Bronson Methodist Hospital
01.1996 - 12.2001
MBA - Organizational Leadership
Western Michigan University
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Science -
Western Michigan University
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