Summer Kent
St. Petersburg
Summary
Certified physician assistant with outpatient and procedural experience, including intra-articular joint injections and first assist in surgical settings. I have a solid foundation in orthopaedic care combined with proficiency in patient evaluation, diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment. I am known for my positive attitude that fosters approachability and trust with patients. I am committed to delivering compassionate and high-quality patient care to diverse medical populations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Alexander Orthopaedics
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Received focused training in orthopaedic surgery with hands-on experience in total joint arthroplasty, including pre-operative evaluations, first assist in the OR, and post-operative management.
- Proficient in performing ultrasound-guided and landmark-based injections for the knee, glenohumeral joint, subacromial space, and trochanteric bursa, as well as interpreting musculoskeletal imaging and managing common joint pathologies in outpatient settings.
- Managed care for 30+ patients per day in a high-volume orthopaedic clinic, collaborating with five orthopaedic surgeons to evaluate, treat, and follow up on a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
Medical Assistant in Pediatrics
Roxbury Pediatrics
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed POC nasal and throat cultures on patients ranging from 0 to 18 years of age, ensuring accurate and timely medical care.
- Measured vital signs and assisted the physician with newborn exams.
- Provided educational support and resources to families on vaccines and developmental milestones.
TMS Technician & Medical Assistant
Medical Imaging Center of Southern California (MICSC)
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Performed innovative targeted TMS to treat patients for a variety of mental health disorders.
- Gathered comprehensive medical histories to determine candidacy for TMS.
- Assisted with fMRI studies, connectomics, and neuronavigation to determine regions of the brain to target with TMS therapy.
- Attended to concierge clientele to ensure their comfort and positive experience.
Medical Assistant in Family Medicine
Peter Birnstein M.D.
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Performed venipuncture and administered vaccines daily.
- Operated a ten-lead electrocardiogram on more than 30 patients daily.
- Organized hundreds of patient charts and ensured medical records were up to date.
Patient Care Technician & Phlebotomist
Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with nurses, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and physicians to optimize patient care.
- Assessed vitals and conducted POC blood glucose tests on more than 20 patients a shift.
- Performed timely venipuncture for morning labs and successfully removed IVs.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2021
Skills
- Suturing
- Local anesthesia
- Intra-articular joint injections: knee, glenohumeral, subacromial, & trochanteric bursa
- Educating patients
- Biopsies
- Cryosurgery
- Telehealth
- EMR (Epic, eClinicalWorks, Athena)
Certification
- NCCPA Board Certified Physician Assistant: 1229197
- Florida state license: PA-9120003
- DEA license: MK9592773
- NPI: 1902608086
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Training
- Rotation: Dermatology, Site: Alan Rosenbach M.D. // Beverly Hills, CA
- Rotation: Orthopaedic Surgery, Site: Roper Orthopaedic Surgery // Charleston, SC
- Rotation: Family Medicine, Site: Palmetto Primary Care // Charleston, SC
- Rotation: Inpatient Pediatrics, Site: McLeod Hospital // Florence, SC
- Rotation: Internal Medicine, Site: Trident Hospital // Charleston, SC
- Rotation: General/ Colorectal Surgery, Site: Roper Colorectal Surgery // Charleston, SC
- Rotation: Emergency Medicine, Site: Roper Emergency Department // Charleston, SC
- Rotation: OBGYN, Site: The EpiCentre // Charleston, SC
- Rotation: Psychiatry, Site: Stepping Stone, Compass // Charleston, SC
Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA)
- Florida Orthopaedic Society (FOS)
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Alexander Orthopaedics
04.2025 - 06.2025
Medical Assistant in Pediatrics
Roxbury Pediatrics
10.2022 - 12.2022
TMS Technician & Medical Assistant
Medical Imaging Center of Southern California (MICSC)
06.2022 - 10.2022
Medical Assistant in Family Medicine
Peter Birnstein M.D.
08.2021 - 06.2022
Patient Care Technician & Phlebotomist
Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital
12.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
Indiana University Bloomington
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Charleston Southern University
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