Victoria Bennett
Smithville,TN
Summary
Highly compassionate, motivated, and driven Emergency Medicine fellowship trained Physician Assistant looking to provide high quality, evidence-based and patient-centered care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Fast Pace Urgent Care
McMinnville, TN
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted rapid patient assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and evidence-based treatments for diverse conditions across all age groups, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage high patient volumes, prioritize critical cases, and provide patient-centered care in fast-paced environments.
- Proficient in performing procedures such as suturing, splinting, I&Ds, wound care, and interpreting X-rays and lab results.
- Delivered high-quality, timely care while ensuring clear communication with patients and families, fostering trust and understanding.
Physician Assistant
West Valley Detention Center
San Bernardino, CA
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Established strong rapport with Sheriff's Department personnel while collaborating with doctors, APPs, and specialists to treat male and female patients in person and via telemedicine across multiple correctional facilities in largest county in the United States.
- Diagnosed and treated illnesses and injuries, managed acute and chronic conditions, ordered and interpreted lab results, and performed minor surgical and orthopedic procedures while responding to emergency situations utilizing knowledge from Emergency Medicine fellowship.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented medical histories.
- Assisted in minor procedures and provided patient education.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop treatment plans.
Physician Assistant
Sylmar Urgent Care
Sylmar, CA
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Provided care for urgent and primary patients.
- Managed patient triage, utilized critical thinking, facilitated COVID testing, ordered and evaluated lab tests, coordinated referrals, performed sutures, executed fracture reductions, applied splints, and assessed pediatric patients daily to ensure comprehensive care.
- Conducted patient assessments and gathered medical histories for urgent care visits.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and procedures in a fast-paced environment.
- Administered medications and vaccinations according to established protocols.
Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine Fellow
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Colton, CA
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Completed post-graduate fellowship providing full-spectrum emergency medicine training alongside Physician Residents at a Level I Trauma Center, fostering collaboration in high-acuity environments.
- Evaluated, diagnosed, treated, and admitted patients while learning and practicing advanced procedures that included RSI, ultrasound guided central line placement, paracentesis, FAST scan, lumbar puncture, arterial line placement, intraosseous line placement, needle chest decompression, and peripheral IV placement.
- Performed EKG interpretation, simple and complex laceration repairs, toenail removal, nail trepanation, fracture and dislocation management, splint application, wound care, foreign body removal, ocular ultrasound, tonometry, arthrocentesis, incision and drainage, and interpretation of radiographs and CTs, contributing to comprehensive patient care.
- Completed hands-on training with emergency medicine physicians and physician assistants, rotating through anesthesiology, ultrasonography, surgical intensive care, burn care, pediatrics, San Bernardino detention centers, Riverside University Health Systems Emergency Department, and a diabetic youth camp, enhancing clinical exposure across diverse settings.
Athletic Trainer
Bethel University
McKenzie, Tennessee
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Developed and implemented injury prevention programs, reducing injury rates across sports teams.
- Provided injury assessment and rehabilitation services to student-athletes.
- Collaborated with coaches to create tailored training regimens for athletes.
- Organized and supervised rehabilitation exercises for injured athletes.
- Educated athletes on nutrition and hydration to enhance recovery and performance.
- Coordinated with medical professionals for referrals and follow-up care of athletes.
- Performed taping, bracing, and wrapping of athletes in accordance with protocols.
- Maintained comprehensive medical records for student-athlete injuries and treatments.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff, coaches, and administrators.
Education
Emergency Medicine PA Fellowship - Post Graduate Training
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Colton, CA01-2019
Masters of Medical Sciences - Physician Assistant Studies
Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Harrogate, TN08-2017
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training, Chemistry, Health, Strength and Conditioning
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN01-2014
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Direct patient care
- Physical examination
- Diagnostic evaluation
- Differential diagnoses
- Evidence-based treatment
- Minor surgical procedures
- Acute care management
- Chronic condition management
- Emergency response
- Specialist collaboration
- Clear communication
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Rapport building
- Patient-centered care
- Discharge summaries
Certification
• D.E.A. Licensed Prescriber Schedule II-V, MB4633182, 2017 - Present
• Basic Life Support - AHA, 2014 - Present
• TN PA License, 6612, 2017 - Present
• Basic Life Support - AHA, 2014 - Present
• TN PA License, 6612, 2017 - Present
References
- Evan Dyer, PA-C - Fast Pace Health Orthopedics - 1(931)510-7525
- Jason Calinisan, DO - Vituity - 1(909)649-2321
- Brian Jarman, PA-C - Vituity - 1(909)214-4927
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Fast Pace Urgent Care
09.2025 - Current
Physician Assistant
Sylmar Urgent Care
11.2019 - 11.2020
Physician Assistant
West Valley Detention Center
01.2019 - 12.2024
Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine Fellow
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
10.2017 - 12.2018
Athletic Trainer
Bethel University
01.2016 - 06.2016
Emergency Medicine PA Fellowship - Post Graduate Training
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center
Masters of Medical Sciences - Physician Assistant Studies
Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training, Chemistry, Health, Strength and Conditioning
Cumberland University