Dedicated Physician Assistant with expertise in comprehensive assessments, medication management, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient care through effective communication and HIPAA compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Physician Assistant
FamilyCare Medical Group
Syracuse, NY
08.2017 - Current
Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and documented medical histories.
Assisted in developing treatment plans alongside physicians and healthcare teams.
Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
Managed medication prescriptions and monitored patient responses effectively.
Provided support during minor surgical procedures and clinical interventions.
Maintained accurate electronic health records for all patient interactions.
Reviewed patient records to assess quality of care provided by other health professionals.
Counseled patients about wellness activities including diet and exercise regimens; referred patients to specialists when necessary.
Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
Documented lab results, diagnoses and treatments for review by attending physician.
Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
Performed routine medical procedures such as injections, immunizations, biopsies, joint aspirations, splinting fractures and dislocations.
Educated staff members regarding best practices for clinical practice.
Instructed patients on preventive health care, medical problems, medications, and prescribed treatments.
Prescribed medication according to protocols established by supervising physician.
Assisted in performing minor surgeries such as suturing lacerations or removing foreign bodies from the skin.
Ordered laboratory testing, physical assessments and specialist consults to help diagnose and treat patients.
Monitored progress of patients over time through regular follow-up visits.
Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
Coordinated services between primary care providers and specialists.
Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and family members.