Stacy Ellis
Hennessey,OK
Summary
Experienced Physician Assistant 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
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant - Primary Care/ Rheumatology
Oklahoma Arthritis Center
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
- 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.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
- Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations and infection management.
Physician Assistant - Psychiatry
Millennium Medical Services
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Provides psychiatric evaluation, emergency assessment and determining a plan of care, including pharmacological decisions and other interventions
- Main area of focus was in geriatric and elder care setting.
- Duties included ordering appropriate labs and review of medications, ordering and prescribing appropriate psychotropic medications and also providing recommendations for Primary Care when indicated.
- Telemedicine and travel involved within northwest Oklahoma.
Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery
Olathe Medical Services, Inc.
04.2009 - 06.2021
- Involved in all aspects of orthopedic patient care including: joint injections and aspirations, first assist in total joint replacements, trauma as well as general orthopedic procedures, history and physical examinations, diagnosing and development of treatment plans, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, hospital patient rounds in two hospitals
- Also, responsible for all pre-op and post-op orders, hospital discharges and admissions
- Shared call with weekend/weekday rotation
- I shared a clinic assisting the surgeon, as well as, independent clinics on days when not involved in the OR
- Also, involved with running orthopedic same day clinic
- My other duties have also included assisting with an outreach clinic in rural Kansas
- I am proficient in EMR
- Served on Medical Executive Peer Review Committee, which was a board of physicians and advanced practice providers to review medical records for determination of standard of care and make recommendations
- I also served on Quality Engagement Team, which is a of board providers and administrators to help drive EMR functionality, help support clinic workflow design to maximize efficiency and care throughout the OMSI system
- Also, sat on Credentials Committee.
Physician Assistant - Primary Care
Olathe Medical Services, Inc.
12.2008 - 06.2009
- Primary care provider in a walk-in clinic
- Involved in all aspects of patient care, including: detailed history and physical examinations, development of treatment plans, prescription of medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, minor emergency care including evaluation and treatment
- Able to communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public and to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease, and provide instruction on proper care and treatment.
Physician Assistant - Primary Care Provider
Piedmont Family Care
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Primary care provider in a private, rural health care clinic
- Involved in all aspects of patient care, including: detailed history and physical examinations, development of treatment plans, prescription of medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, in-office surgical procedures, minor emergency care including evaluation and development of treatment plans
- Proficient with Electronic Medical Records, EMR system was E-MDs
- Able to communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public and to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease, providing instruction on proper care and treatment.
Graphic Designer
Oklahoma Department of Commerce
01.1999 - 06.2005
- Graphic designer for State agency involved in the recruitment of national and international businesses
- Responsible for the concept, design, production and delivery of all marketing material for the promotion of the State of Oklahoma, Main Street Programs, and rural community development.
Education
Associates of Animal Sciences -
Redlands Community College
Pursuing degree in Psychology -
Oklahoma State University
Pursuing degree in Psychology -
Phillips University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Speech Pathology
University of Science And Arts of Oklahoma
Masters of Health Sciences - Physician Assistant
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
11.2007
Certification
- Kansas State Board of Healing Arts Physician Assistant Licensure
- Oklahoma State Physician Assistant Licensure
- Certified by National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants
- Drug Enforcement Administration Licensure
- Basic Life Support Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Licensure
Extracurricular Activities
Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue Satellite Adoption Center
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Physician Assistant - Primary Care/ Rheumatology
Oklahoma Arthritis Center
05.2023 - 11.2023
Physician Assistant - Psychiatry
Millennium Medical Services
01.2022 - 05.2023
Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery
Olathe Medical Services, Inc.
04.2009 - 06.2021
Physician Assistant - Primary Care
Olathe Medical Services, Inc.
12.2008 - 06.2009
Physician Assistant - Primary Care Provider
Piedmont Family Care
01.2008 - 12.2008
Graphic Designer
Oklahoma Department of Commerce
01.1999 - 06.2005
Associates of Animal Sciences -
Redlands Community College
Pursuing degree in Psychology -
Oklahoma State University
Pursuing degree in Psychology -
Phillips University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology and Speech Pathology
University of Science And Arts of Oklahoma
Masters of Health Sciences - Physician Assistant
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Similar Profiles
Kami MontonatiKami Montonati
Radiologic Technologist at Oklahoma Arthritis CenterRadiologic Technologist at Oklahoma Arthritis Center
Katie RobinsonKatie Robinson
Nurse Practitioner at Oklahoma Arthritis CenterNurse Practitioner at Oklahoma Arthritis Center
Kenyetta StriplingKenyetta Stripling
Clinic Billing Specialist at Oklahoma Arthritis CenterClinic Billing Specialist at Oklahoma Arthritis Center
Alexandra RuizAlexandra Ruiz
Patient Services Representative at Oklahoma Arthritis CenterPatient Services Representative at Oklahoma Arthritis Center
Meagan TillmanMeagan Tillman
LPN Charge Nurse at Hennessey Nursing and RehabLPN Charge Nurse at Hennessey Nursing and Rehab