Susan Carr
Physician
Chester,IL
Summary
Experienced Family Practice trained physician very motivated and enthusiastic to work and maintain a high level of care and professionalism in the Emergency Medicine Department.
Overview
10
10
years of post-secondary education
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medicine Physician
NES Illinois
Chester, IL
07.2019 - Current
- Evaluated preliminary results and administered initial treatment such as stitching lacerations, splinting, casting broken bones or installing tubes and devices.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.
- Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations.
- Followed level of medical care and quality for patients and monitored care using available data and chart reviews.
- Performed complete histories and physical examinations.
- Supervised other professional or non-professional personnel and provided medical instructions as needed.
- Analyzed complex emergent conditions and quickly determined treatments for various illnesses and injuries.
- Supported standards of medical care by adhering to policies and procedures.
Primary Care Physician
State Of Illinois-Department Of Human Services
Chester, IL
05.2000 - 01.2019
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Conducted on-site sick call and chronic care clinics for patients.
- Visited infirmary daily when on-site and recorded encounters in patient's progress notes.
- Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
- Conducted on-site sick call and chronic care clinics.
Family Practice Physician
Chester Clinic, P.C.
Chester, IL
08.1994 - 01.2011
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prescribed and administered medication, therapy and treatment to prevent and treat illness, injury and disease.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to evaluate treatment efficacy.
- Delivered prenatal care to over 250 pregnant women per 11 years and provided postnatal care to infants and mothers.
- Ordered various tests to provide information on patients' condition, including x-rays, electrocardiograms, sonograms, ultrasounds and laboratory tests.
- Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
- Referred patients to medical specialists for consultant services when necessary for patient's well-being
- Delivered prenatal care to over 250 pregnant women per 11 years and provided postnatal care to infants and mothers.
- Remained up-to-speed with developments and best practices in medicine by attending continuing education conferences and seminars.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Physiology
05.1984 - 05.1986
- Member of Beta Beta Beta
- Majored in Physiology
- Dean's List Spring, Summer and Fall 1984, Spring, Summer and Fall 1985, Spring 1986
No Degree - Organic Chemistry
05.1986 - 07.1987
- Research Project: Isolation and Crystallography of 9-pivalyl-fluorine, To isolate and define the molecular Crystal structure of 9-pivalyl-fluorine.
M.D. - Homeopathic Medicine
08.1987 - 06.1991
Family Practice Residency Completion Certificate - Family Practice
07.1991 - 06.1994
- Awarded Chief Resident in third year of training.
- Supervised 12 Family Practice residents in the program.
- Coordinated call schedules for all resident.
- Liaison between faculty and residents.
- Completed professional development in Family Practice.
Skills
Analytical skills
Verbal and written communication
Collaboration
BLS/ACLS/PALS certified
Timeline
Emergency Medicine Physician - NES Illinois
07.2019 - Current
Primary Care Physician - State Of Illinois-Department Of Human Services
05.2000 - 01.2019
Family Practice Physician - Chester Clinic, P.C.
08.1994 - 01.2011
SIU Family Practice Residency - Family Practice Residency Completion Certificate , Family Practice
07.1991 - 06.1994
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine - M.D., Homeopathic Medicine
08.1987 - 06.1991
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - No Degree, Organic Chemistry
05.1986 - 07.1987
Southern Illinois University Carbondale - Bachelor of Arts, Physiology
05.1984 - 05.1986