Sandy Drake
North Bend,OH
Summary
Talented medical professional offering strong history of success in meeting patient needs by leveraging healthcare expertise to diagnose and treat conditions. Conduct hands-on assessments, collect patient histories and order laboratory tests independently to support patient needs. Self-motivated and hardworking with excellent bedside manner.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
TriHealth
12.2018 - Current
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Manage between 25 - 50 patients daily.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
Physician Assistant
Qualified Emergency Specialists
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with medical colleagues to offer clinical care management, patient education and emergency services.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
- Made tentative diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations and infection management.
- Skillfully supported physicians during basic and invasive medical procedures.
Respiratory Therapist
TriHealth
06.2006 - 07.2017
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
- Cooperated and communicated with physicians to deliver patient satisfaction and meet compliance with set standards.
- Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
- Completed continued education units annually to stay current with respiratory therapy advancements and maintain compliance with administrative regulations.
- Responded to emergency codes and calls during off-hours and immediately initiated treatment.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY05.2009
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Quality Patient Care
- Outpatient Procedures
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Written Documentation
- Performing Physicals
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Direct Patient Care
- Written Communication Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Patient Diagnosing
- Incisions and drainage
- Laceration Repair
- Diagnostic codes
Certification
- Certified Physician Assistant - 2017 to current
- DEA - NPI# 1073038790
Timeline
Physician Assistant
TriHealth
12.2018 - Current
Physician Assistant
Qualified Emergency Specialists
07.2017 - 07.2019
Respiratory Therapist
TriHealth
06.2006 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Sullivan University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Northern Kentucky University
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