Victoria Owusuaa
Newburgh,NY
Summary
Certified Physician Assistant specializing in Behavioral Health, Vascular Surgery, and Obstetrics & Gynecology. Focus on patient evaluations, medication management, and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline detoxification and rehabilitation services.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health & Behavioral Management Physician Assistant
Liberty Behavioral Management
Carmel Hamlet, USA
01.2020 - Current
- Managed detoxification and rehabilitation services for individuals with substance use disorders, ensuring comprehensive support throughout recovery.
- Coordinated care with physicians and specialists to streamline treatment plans and enhance patient outcomes.
- Prescribed medications and ordered diagnostic testing.
- Perform patient evaluations, physical exams, and treatment planning.
- Provided follow-up care and discharge planning, facilitating smooth transitions and continuity of care for patients.
Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant
Westchester Medical Center
Valhalla, USA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed pre- and post-operative patient care, ensuring comprehensive support for surgical recovery.
- Conduct vascular surgery consultations and inpatient rounds.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through coordinated care strategies.
- Perform advanced wound care and wound VAC management.
- Obtained procedural consents while educating patients and families on care processes and expectations.
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician Assistant
Harlem Hospital Center
New York, USA
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Conducted fetal monitoring and obstetric ultrasonography, facilitating timely interventions for maternal and fetal health.
- Managed high-risk pregnancy conditions and provided postpartum care to optimize patient outcomes.
- Executed patient assessments, OB admissions, and diagnostic evaluations to ensure comprehensive care.
- Assisted in obstetric surgeries and provided perioperative care.
- Provided patient counseling and specialty referrals.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Touro College
1700 Union Blvd Bay Shore, NY 1170612-2021
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
City College of New York, Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education
160 Convent Ave New York, NY01-2015
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Behavioral therapy techniques
- IV therapy
- Mental health assessments
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Health records management
- Microsoft Office
- Substance use treatment
Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)
- New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA)
Certification
- NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- ACLS & BLS Certified
- DEA Registration
- NYS Infectious Disease Control Certification
Accomplishments
Golden Key International Honour Society
Personal Information
Title: PA-C
Timeline
Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant
Westchester Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Mental Health & Behavioral Management Physician Assistant
Liberty Behavioral Management
01.2020 - Current
Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician Assistant
Harlem Hospital Center
01.2016 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Touro College
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
City College of New York, Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education