Timothy Zietz, MPAS, PA-C
Byron,MN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant with proven abilities in high-quality patient services and support for examinations, diagnostic testing, and treatment plan formulation while ensuring superior safety standards in complex patient situations.
Collaborative healthcare professional interfacing with multi-functional teams using sound judgment to optimize patient outcomes in fast-paced, challenging environments requiring adaptability and decisiveness to succeed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Mayo Clinic
10.2023 - Current
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Delivered high-quality medical care while managing multiple patients simultaneously during periods of high volume or limited staffing resources.
- Followed prescribed care plans based on documented patient condition and presenting symptoms.
- Served as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure effective communication throughout the treatment process.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Residency
Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat all acuities of patients in the emergency department from emergency severity index (ESI) 1-5 with physician and physician assistant oversite
- Rotations through Froedtert Health in Trauma (Level I Trauma Center) and community emergency medicine
- Rotate through a variety of specialty services at the Milwaukee VA including inpatient cardiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, mental health, medical ICU, dental, and dermatology
- Participate in the Medical College of Wisconsin Emergency Medicine Physician Resident weekly grand rounds
- Advanced procedural training and high-fidelity manikin simulation in the simulation center at the VA
- This includes training in central line placement, rapid sequence intubation, lumbar punctures, chest tube placement, fracture care/splinting, joint reductions, slit lamp examination etc
- Hippo EM online platform used for additional asynchronous learning resulting in CME credit
- Receiving training in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) focused on emergency and critical care medicine
- Actively participate in various interdisciplinary professional development activities at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin (F&MCW) working on team dynamics, effective team communication, personal development, empathetic communication, and change management.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted with teaching graduate level applied anatomy to 1st year PA students by helping with cadaver dissections, creating/setting up examinations, holding weekly office hours to help with difficult topics, and providing post-examination review.
- Developed strong rapport with students through open communication channels, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to provide additional support for struggling students, leading to improved academic outcomes.
Medical Assistant
BayCare Clinic Orthopedics
05.2015 - 05.2020
- Provided hands-on patient care and support with routine checks, diagnostic testing, collection/processing of specimens, recording vital signs, health history, and administration of medications as directed by physician or physician assistant.
- Documented all patient information in electronic medical record (EMR).
- Assisted with in-office procedures for nail removal, pin removal, intra-articular injections or aspirations, splint or cast placement/removal, and suture/staple removal.
- Ensured patient/family knowledge of medications, procedures, pre- and post-operative care.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Emergency Room Scribe via PhysAssist Scribes
Aurora Bay Care Medical Center
05.2014 - 04.2015
Education
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Postgraduate Residency -
Clement J. Zablocki VA- Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI08.2023
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) -
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WI05.2022
Bachelor of Science in Human Biology & Psychology, Minor in Chemistry -
University of Wisconsin, Green Bay
Green Bay, WI12.2015
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School
Grafton, WI06.2011
Skills
- Diagnostic imaging interpretation
- Orthopedic Injury Management
- Physical examination
- Educating patients
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Suturing
- Evidence-based medicine
- Triage and Assessment
- Electronic Medical Records
Affiliations
- Member- Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants (SEMPA)
- Member- Physician Assistants in Orthopedic Surgery
- Member - American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
Licenses Credentials
- Physician Assistant MN State License, 08/2024
- Physician Assistant WI State License, 03/2026
- NCCPA Certification, 06/2032
- DEA Registration, 05/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 05/2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 05/2025
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), 02/2027
Presentations
ACS Mimic, 07/21/2023, Case presentation discussion for patient with immune checkpoint inhibitor-induced myocarditis followed by a brief overview of the definition, epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of myocarditis. This was a national presentation presented virtually to every VA emergency medicine/primary care residency throughout the country.
Community Service
- Medical/Surgical Floor Volunteer, Aurora Bay Care Medical Center, Green Bay, WI, 2013, 2014
- Medical/Surgical Floor Volunteer, Aurora Medical Center, Grafton, WI, 2012
Timeline
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant
Mayo Clinic
10.2023 - Current
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Residency
Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center
08.2022 - 08.2023
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
06.2022 - 08.2022
Medical Assistant
BayCare Clinic Orthopedics
05.2015 - 05.2020
Emergency Room Scribe via PhysAssist Scribes
Aurora Bay Care Medical Center
05.2014 - 04.2015
Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Postgraduate Residency -
Clement J. Zablocki VA- Milwaukee
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) -
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Bachelor of Science in Human Biology & Psychology, Minor in Chemistry -
University of Wisconsin, Green Bay
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School
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