Tigist Opheim
Duluth,MN
Summary
Dynamic Physician Assistant with extensive experience at ASL Occupational Health and Urgent Care, adept at conducting clinical assessments and tailoring treatments to individual patient needs. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a compassionate bedside manner, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction in fast-paced environments. Proficient in performing diagnostic procedures and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
ASL Occupational Health and Urgent Care
10.2022 - Current
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Exhibited great problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined clinic workflow by collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Performed pre employment exams on, Merchant Marine employees, workman's comp injuries and DOT drivers in occupational clinic, in addition, evaluated and treat blood borne pathogen exposures.
- Optimized time management skills to prioritize urgent cases while maintaining high-quality care for all patients.
- In urgent care, rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Performed procedure such as laceration repairs, punch excisional biopsies, foreign body removal and splint applications.
- Make follow up phone calls to check in on patients status
COVID 19 Testing Center Clinical Supervisor
Vault Health
12.2020 - 07.2022
- Administered COVID tests and offered education about COVID to clients who come to the center.
- Administered COVID vaccines to patients and monitored them for any adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs, ensuring comprehensive support was provided across all domains of life functioning.
- Assessed patients, determined needs, and managed care when they come in for COVID testing.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
- Implemented performance improvement initiatives focused on enhancing client experience and service quality.
- Utilized various outcome measures in order to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Monitored adherence to ethical guidelines among clinical staff members, supporting their ongoing professional growth while maintaining high quality care standards.
Urgent Care Provider
MedExpress Urgent Care
12.2018 - 09.2020
- Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic bedside manner.
- Ensured accurate diagnoses by ordering appropriate diagnostic tests and interpreting results efficiently.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Mentored newly hired Physician Assistants within the practice, helping them acclimate to their roles effectively while fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Performed procedures mentioned above.
Physician Assistant, Urgent Care
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
11.2011 - 11.2018
- Obtained medical history and conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment in a timely manner.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Performed procedures mentioned above
Education
Doctor of Medical Science - Doctorate For Physician Assistant
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN08-2019
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - Emergency Medicine
UNMC
Omaha05-2009
Bachelor of Science - General Medicine (PA)
Butler University
Indianapolis, IN05-2006
Skills
- Obtaining medical history
- Clinical assessments
- Tailoring treatments according to the patient's needs
- Performing procedures
- Great bedside manner
- Great communication
Languages
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Physician Assistant
ASL Occupational Health and Urgent Care
10.2022 - Current
COVID 19 Testing Center Clinical Supervisor
Vault Health
12.2020 - 07.2022
Urgent Care Provider
MedExpress Urgent Care
12.2018 - 09.2020
Physician Assistant, Urgent Care
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
11.2011 - 11.2018
Doctor of Medical Science - Doctorate For Physician Assistant
Lincoln Memorial University
Master of Physician Assistant Studies - Emergency Medicine
UNMC
Bachelor of Science - General Medicine (PA)
Butler University
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