Sydney Cantwell, PA-C, MSPAS
Harveys Lake,PA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented Physician Assistant with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, eager to learn and apply new skills. Excelled in pre-operative and post-operative care, significantly enhancing patient recovery processes. Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills, ensuring patient comfort and understanding of treatment plans.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant, General Surgery
Lehigh Valley Physician Group
01.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history-taking and diagnostic evaluations, to determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Assist in managing pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing bariatric and general surgical procedures.
- Manage acute post-operative complications and provide follow-up care to ensure optimal recovery.
- Actively participate in the bariatric surgery program, guiding patients through pre-operative evaluations and post-operative lifestyle modifications.
- Conducted post-surgical hospital rounds to ensure recovery goals were met, and anticipated discharge was on track.
- Precisely document patient history to accurately track conditions and surgical recovery.
- Order and interpret diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement surgical vs nonsurgical treatment options.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Currently training as first assistant in the operating room for both open and robotic surgeries, gaining hands-on experience in surgical techniques and patient care.
Nursing Assistant
Smith Health Care, Ltd.
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported needs of 20+ residents under long-term care.
Front Desk Assistant
10X Fitness
01.2018 - 08.2021
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Kept front desk and lobby clean, clutter-free and orderly to present attractive atmosphere.
- Monitored check-ins to identify delinquent accounts and collect payments.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Marywood University
Scranton05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Physician Assistant Studies
Marywood University
Scranton, PA12.2021
Skills
- Diagnostic testing
- Treatment planning
- Interpreting images
- Prescription management
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Evaluating culture results
- Patient education
- Wound Care
- Weight loss protocol
- Discharge Planning
Certification
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants | 6/30/2023
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support | 3/4/2024
- Basic Life Support | 3/4/2024
- Medication for Addiction Treatment | 5/10/2023
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support | 10/7/2022
Timeline
Physician Assistant, General Surgery
Lehigh Valley Physician Group
01.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Smith Health Care, Ltd.
01.2018 - 08.2021
Front Desk Assistant
10X Fitness
01.2018 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Marywood University
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Physician Assistant Studies
Marywood University
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants | 6/30/2023
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support | 3/4/2024
- Basic Life Support | 3/4/2024
- Medication for Addiction Treatment | 5/10/2023
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support | 10/7/2022
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