Compassionate, professional Physician Assistant with 5 years experience in a Neurosurgical clinical setting seeking opportunity to focus energy and passion on providing quality patient-oriented care. Dedicated to optimizing patient care and safety, with a focus on providing individualized treatment plans. Bringing experience in pre-operative, operative, and post-operative care. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Parkway Neuroscience And Spine
Hagerstown, MD
07.2019 - Current
Provided compassionate medical care to patients under the supervision of a Physician.
Collaborated with the health care team from various specialties to establish and manage patient care.
Performed preoperative and postoperative care of patients, including taking medical histories, performing physical examinations, ordering diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, educating patients about their conditions and treatments, assisting in surgery as directed by the surgeon.
Assisted surgeons during surgical procedures to include suturing wounds closed after surgery and monitoring patient following the procedure.
Documented all clinical encounters using electronic health record software.
Participated in professional development activities such as attending educational workshops/training programs related to job responsibilities and participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department or hospital where employed.
Maintained current knowledge of new developments related to job responsibilities through participation in educational opportunities and reading professional publications specific to job functions.
Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies -
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN
05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Glenville State College
Glenville, WV
05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Glenville State College
Glenville, WV
05-2016
Skills
Treatment Planning
Implementing treatment plans
Electronic Medical Records
Prescribing medication
Surgical Assistance
Educating patients
Wound Care
Preoperative evaluations
Physical examination
Patient Assessments
Suturing
Emergency room consultations
Direct Patient Care
Affiliations
A mother of an energetic three-year-old boy, who rarely let's me sit down.
Enjoys weight lifting and spending time outdoors.
Certification
NCCPA Certification | May 2019 - Current
ACLS Certification | Current
BLS Certification | Current
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Parkway Neuroscience And Spine
07.2019 - Current
Master of Physician Assistant Studies -
Indiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Glenville State College
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Glenville State College
NCCPA Certification | May 2019 - Current
ACLS Certification | Current
BLS Certification | Current
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