Overview
Professional Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
HONORS & AWARDS
Personal Information

Sharla Gordon, PA-C

Geisinger Medical Center
Danville,PA
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Dedicated Physician Assistant with a proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care across clinical environments. Expertise in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and adaptability to meet the dynamic needs of healthcare. Recognized for reliability, effective communication skills, and a results-driven approach that enhances patient outcomes and fosters teamwork. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with the latest advancements in medical practices.

Work History

Physician Assistant, Trauma Surgery

1 Year 11 Months
Geisinger Medical Center | 10.2024 - Current
  • Assisted physicians during surgeries and other medical procedures to treat patients appropriately and safely.
  • Supported procedural care by preparing patients, assisting with interventions, and maintaining sterile technique.
  • Coordinated patient-centered treatment plans through collaboration with physicians, nurses, and care teams, ensuring comprehensive care.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, procedures, and discharge instructions to promote understanding and adherence.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, procedures, and discharge instructions.
  • Documented encounters in electronic medical records, ensuring precise and compliant clinical charting.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills in complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
  • Mentored clinical staff and improved workflow consistency across fast-paced care environments.

Paramedic

5 Years
UPMC Wellsboro | 01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Provided advanced life support services for 911 and interfacility transport.
  • Assessed patients’ conditions and initiated advanced life support interventions during emergency calls.
  • Administered medications, IV therapy, and airway management per established EMS protocols.
  • Coordinated patient transport and transfer reports with emergency department staff.

Advanced Emergency Room Technician

2 Years
UPMC Wellsboro | 01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Monitored vital signs and reported critical changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic medical records.
  • Stocked emergency room supplies and maintained readiness of treatment areas.
  • Performed EKGs and prepared patients for emergency diagnostic procedures.
  • Collected specimens and assisted with phlebotomy using infection-control standards.

Paramedic

1 Year
Coudersport Reginal Advanced Life Support | 01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provided advanced life support services for 911 and interfacility transport.
  • Assessed patients’ conditions and initiated advanced life support interventions during emergency calls.
  • Administered medications, IV therapy, and airway management per established EMS protocols.
  • Coordinated patient transport and transfer reports with emergency department staff.

Education

Master of Science - Physician Assistant

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Suwanee, GA | 07-2024

Bachelor of Health Sciences - Pre-Physician Assistant

South College | Knoxville, TN | 09-2021

Summa Cum Laude

Certificate - Paramedicine

Finger Lakes Community College | Canandaigua, NY | 07-2016

Honors

Skills

Medical diagnosis
Physical examination
Lab result interpretation
Assisting in surgeries
Patient management
Epic documentation
Patient education
Treatment Planning

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants
  • National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

Certification

NCCPA — Exp. Dec. 2026

Pennsylvania State Licensure — Exp. Dec. 2026

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) — Exp. June 2027

Basic Life Support (BLS) — Exp. May 2026

Advanced Trauma Life Support — Exp. Jan. 2028

Paramedic – Pennsylvania Dept. of Health — Exp. Dec. 2026, Paramedic – National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians — Exp. March 2027

Timeline

Physician Assistant, Trauma Surgery

Geisinger Medical Center
10.2024 - CurrentRead More

Paramedic

UPMC Wellsboro
01.2017 - 01.2022Read More

Advanced Emergency Room Technician

UPMC Wellsboro
01.2017 - 01.2019Read More

Paramedic

Coudersport Reginal Advanced Life Support
01.2016 - 01.2017Read More

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Master of Science from Physician Assistant
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South College

Bachelor of Health Sciences from Pre-Physician Assistant
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Finger Lakes Community College

Certificate from Paramedicine
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HONORS & AWARDS

Summa Cum Laude, South College, Paramedic of the Year, Tioga County Firemen’s Association

Personal Information

Title: PA-C
Sharla Gordon, PA-C