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Susanna J. Roberts

Susanna J. Roberts

Gainesville,FL

Summary

Dynamic Orthopedic Physician Assistant with extensive experience at UF Health Shands Teaching Hospital, excelling in musculoskeletal examinations and joint injections. Proven ability to enhance patient care coordination and deliver effective communication. Recognized for surgical assistance in complex procedures and commitment to educating future medical professionals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Orthopedic Physician Assistant

Shands Teaching Hospital
Gainesville, Florida
05.2019 - 01.2025
  • Provided comprehensive orthopedic care including musculoskeletal exam, history taking, joint injections, surgical consult, pre-operative and post-operative care.
  • Provided first-assist orthopedic surgical care for a wide variety of orthopedic procedures including total joint replacements and revisions, arthroscopy of the knee, shoulder, hip, and ankle, various tendon repair procedures, and fracture management.
  • Completed thorough and accurate documentation of patient visits and procedures for the electronic medical record.
  • Supported comprehensive patient care and support by managing patient calls, portal messages, and peer to peer insurance discussions.
  • Provided on-call support for the University Athletic Association including sideline coverage for sporting events.
  • Performed sports physicals for high school and college athletes.
  • Contributed to education of medical and PA students as a rotation preceptor and lecturer for the University of Florida College of Medicine.

Orthopedic Physician Assistant

The Orthopedic Institute
Gainesville, Florida
08.2018 - 05.2019

Clinical Coordinator

Laboratory for Rehabilitation Neuroscience
Gainesville, USA
08.2014 - 05.2016
  • Full – time clinical coordinator for Dr. David Vaillancourt.
  • Recruited study participants from the Center for Movement Disorders, performed blood draws, conducting fMRI studies, administered EEG, cognitive, motor, and balance testing, and assimilated data for analysis.
  • Oversaw data collection and longitudinal follow-up for over 300 patients.

Education

M.S. - Physician Assistant Studies

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
06.2018

B.S. - Applied Physiology & Kinesiology

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
08.2014

Skills

  • Musculoskeletal examination
  • Joint injections
  • Orthopedic surgical assistance
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Sports physicals
  • Diagnostic imaging interpretation
  • Preoperative evaluations
  • Postoperative care
  • Peer to peer insurance negotiation
  • Patient care coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Team collaboration

Certification

2018 - Present Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
2018 - Present Physician Assistant License: #9111381 – Florida Department of Health
2017 – Present, Advanced Life Support for Health Care Providers (ACLS) – American Heart Association
2015 – Present, Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS) – American Heart Association

Professional Association Memberships

  • Florida Association of Physician Assistants, Member since 2016
  • American Association of Physician Assistants, Member since 2016

Affiliations

  • Pickleball player
  • Weightlifter
  • Musician
  • Outdoor enthusiast
  • Devoted wife and mother

Timeline

Orthopedic Physician Assistant

Shands Teaching Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2025

Orthopedic Physician Assistant

The Orthopedic Institute
08.2018 - 05.2019

Clinical Coordinator

Laboratory for Rehabilitation Neuroscience
08.2014 - 05.2016

M.S. - Physician Assistant Studies

University of Florida

B.S. - Applied Physiology & Kinesiology

University of Florida

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