Rachel Cataldo
Clive,IA
Summary
Patient-focused physician, specializing in Family Medicine, skilled at working with full age range of patients in outpatient and inpatient environments. Detail-oriented in checking patients' symptoms, ordering laboratory tests and developing on-point treatment plans. Warm, caring approach to patients and persistent in finding best treatment options available.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Medicine Resident Physician
University of Iowa Sioux City Family Medicine Residency
2022.07 - 2024.07
- Managed acute and chronic conditions of all ages during weekly outpatient community clinic visits.
- Provided dual hospital coverage across departments - emergency, inpatient, labor and delivery.
- Delivered care within the community - home visits, prenatal and gynecologic services at Winnebago Indian Reservation, and geriatric services at long-term care facilities.
Patient Care Technician
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
2016.02 - 2022.06
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks for efficient workflow and quality patient care.
- Collaborated closely with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients and families
Education
M.D. -
University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
Tampa, FL12.2021
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Iowa State University
Ames, IA07.2014
Skills
- Advanced clinical knowledge
- Pediatric, geriatric, obstetric care proficiency
- Preventive, emergency and inpatient management
- Preventive, emergency and inpatient management
- Minor surgical procedures competency
- Telemedicine familiarity
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Compassion and Empathy
- Attention to Detail
Affiliations
- American Board of Family Medicine (2022-Present)
- American Academy of Family Physicians (2022-Present)
- American Medical Association (2017-Present)
Certification
- Controlled Substance Registration Certificate, 2022-8/2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2023-7/2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 2023-8/2025
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - 2023-7/2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, 2022
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO), 2023-8/2026
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), 2023-10/2027
- Emergency Medical Technician, 2017, Iowa
- Advanced Nurse Aide, 2017, Iowa
- Nurse Aide, 2012, Iowa
Licenses
- Iowa Board of Medicine, 12/2023-Present, Physician – Permanent (active)
- Iowa Board of Medicine, 6/2022-6/2025, Physician – Resident (inactive)
- South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners, 6/2022-6/2023, Physician – Resident (inactive)
Research
Brennan Ninesling, BS, BA; Amanda Pitre, BS; Rachel Cataldo, BS, MS; Eduardo Gonzalez, MD, Karim Hanna, MD, Submitted for publication to Global Public Health (IF 1.98), Southern Medical Journal (IF 0.924), and Journal of Community Health (IF 1.57)
Timeline
Family Medicine Resident Physician
University of Iowa Sioux City Family Medicine Residency
2022.07 - 2024.07
Patient Care Technician
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
2016.02 - 2022.06
M.D. -
University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Iowa State University
- Controlled Substance Registration Certificate, 2022-8/2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2023-7/2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 2023-8/2025
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - 2023-7/2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, 2022
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO), 2023-8/2026
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), 2023-10/2027
- Emergency Medical Technician, 2017, Iowa
- Advanced Nurse Aide, 2017, Iowa
- Nurse Aide, 2012, Iowa
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