Sarah Ayers
North Collins,NY
Summary
Physician Assistant with fourteen+ years experience in healthcare. Skilled in providing hospitalist care and urgent care. 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
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Noyes Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- Conducted rounds in hospital to check on admitted patients and provide care.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
Physician Assistant (PA)
Cuba Memorial Hospital
08.2013 - Current
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses, and progress notes in patient charts
- Made necessary referrals when needed
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries in urgent care setting.
- Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Immobilized joints appropriately for specific type of fractures
- Skilled with suturing and wound closure
- Transferred unstable patients to appropriate higher level of care after corroborating with accepting facility
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Physician Assistant
St. James Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Maintained accurate records and reports regarding patients' histories and progress, services provided, and other required information
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Reviewed patient files and records, including allergies, problems, medications and immunization statuses.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Performed fluorescein staining for eye foreign bodies and corneal abrasions.
Physician Assistant (PA)
IPC: The Hospitalist Group
06.2014 - 12.2021
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Experienced with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Atrial Fibrillation, Congestive Heart Failure, Diabetes, Cancer, Alzheimer's Disease, Coronary Artery Disease, and Osteomyelitis among various others
- Strong skills with psychiatric conditions such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Dementia with Behavioral Disturbances
- Managed care for post-operative patients through discharge.
- Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
- Provided end of life care to 100+ patients
- Ordered appropriate testing with close follow up (labs, x-rays, EKGs...)
- Managed fluid status, electrolyte abnormalities of patient
- Performed surgical clearances
- Appropriately managed pain control
- Involved in Behavioral Medication Reduction Committee
- Responsible for Discharge of Patients
- Addressed acute medical issues on daily basis
- Worked closely with pharmacy consultants in regards to medication management
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
- Provided patient education
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management.
- Participated in planning of hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
Physician Assistant (PA)
General Motors
02.2013 - 01.2015
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information
- Performed thorough history and physicals for employees of General Motors
- Obtained vital signs
- Performed urinalysis, blood glucose checks
- Evaluated injuries that occurred in facility
- Educated employees regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Ordered x-rays, MRIs, CT scans and standard laboratory tests when appropriate.
- Closely monitored acute conditions.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
- Addressed ergonomics and provided monthly report to company
- DOT physicals
- Dispensed medications
Physician Assistant (PA)
Western New York Immediate Care
12.2009 - 10.2014
- Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers.
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Diagnosed multiple different conditions, disease states
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Ordered and read lab tests, x-rays, Ultrasounds, and EKGs.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant
D' Youville College
Buffalo, NY2009
Skills
- Reliable
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient-focused care
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Experienced in end of life care
- Competent in physical assessments
- Diagnostic tools familiarity
- Laceration repair aptitude
- Strong clinical judgment
- High level of autonomy
- Proficient with Meditech, Epic, Point Click Care, Gehrimed, and Sigmacare
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certified
- DEA License MZ1984841
- NYS License 013325
- Clozaril REMS certification
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Noyes Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Physician Assistant
St. James Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2023
Physician Assistant (PA)
IPC: The Hospitalist Group
06.2014 - 12.2021
Physician Assistant (PA)
Cuba Memorial Hospital
08.2013 - Current
Physician Assistant (PA)
General Motors
02.2013 - 01.2015
Physician Assistant (PA)
Western New York Immediate Care
12.2009 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant
D' Youville College
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