physician assistant resume example with 20+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
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Summary
Seasoned Physician Assistant and mid-level practitioner with 25 years of experience in delivering direct clinical care to diverse patient populations. Highly skilled in communicating complex health care issues to supervisors and personnel and devising plans to meet patient physical and psychological care needs. Expertise in providing preventive care, actualizing emergency interventions and performing non-invasive procedures to restore and maintain patients' health. Proven leadership abilities that guide healthcare professionals towards achievement of patient outcome goals while optimizing activities and driving organizational missions.
Skills
Assessing Needs
Interpreting Pathology Results
Prescribing Medication
Multilingual in Spanish
Managing Charts
Preoperative Evaluations
Family Medicine
Continuity of Care Record
Primary Care Experience
Patient Diagnosing
Laser Hair Removal
Differential Diagnoses
Performing Physicals
Specializiing in Colposcopy, Nexplanon, Paraguard, Endometrial Biopsy, Biote, Cryotherapy, Pessary Placement, Pap smears
Education and Training
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And ScienceLos Angeles, CAExpected in 05/2008 ā āMaster of Science:Public Health - GPA:
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And ScienceLos Angeles, CAExpected in 08/1997 ā āBachelor of Science:Physician Assistant - GPA:
West Los Angeles CollegeCulver City, CAExpected in 05/1995 ā āAssociate of Arts:Biology - GPA:
University of California, BerkeleyBerkeley, CAExpected in 05/1991 ā āMaster of Arts:Interdisciplinary Studies - GPA:
Experience
Forward - Physician Assistant Wichita, KS, 01/2000 - Current
Performed comprehensive patient exams and assessments to formulate, implement and continuously update individualized plans of care.
Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
Interviewed patients and reviewed patient files to determine medical histories, previous treatment and therapies and medication history.
Documented lab results, diagnoses and treatments for review by attending physician.
Ordered laboratory testing, physical assessments and specialist consults to help diagnose and treat patients.
Worked with medical professionals to provide complex clinical care management, patient education and counseling.
Trinity Health Corporation - Service Coordinator Meridian, ID, 01/1997 - 01/2022
Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.
Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
Directed protective placement, case management, parent education and family reunification activities.
Referred patients to community resources for mental health treatment, child protective services and assistance for people with developmental disabilities.
Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families.
Counseled and prepared residents for transition to independent living.
Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills.
Practiced cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement and structural family therapy.
Administered conflict resolution strategies to help families resolve disputes.
Coordinated mental health assessments for children, adolescents and adults receiving child welfare and prevention services.
Assisted uninsured and under-insured patients in obtaining medications through grants and community resources.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team of mental health case managers and disability workers.
Visited clients at residence for home study assessments to assist courts with custody decisions.
Conducted initial screenings, intakes and needs assessments to help organize community-based services.
Collaborated with dynamic interdisciplinary treatment teams to develop and implement treatment plans.
Organized referrals to aide individuals in recovery or dealing with daily living challenges such as food shortages.
Completed rental and other housing assistance applications for program participants. Entered assessments, guest data and progress notes into centralized data collection system.
Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
Acted as consultant to community programs by interpreting regulations and policies.
Researched and analyzed community needs to determine program directions and goals.
Determined organizational policies regarding program eligibility, requirements and benefits.
Hackensack University Medical Center - Physician Assistant Iselin, NJ, 01/1997 - 01/1998
Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
Worked with medical professionals to provide complex clinical care management, patient education and counseling.
Conducted follow up appointments after patient surgeries to discuss findings and ongoing symptoms for proper care and healing.
Completed pre- and post-op patient inspections.
Communicated with patients' designated family members and friends after surgeries to explain results and patient status.
Continuously watched patients' vital signs and other telemetry monitors.
Collaborated with anesthetists and nurses before, during and after surgical procedures for comprehensive care.
Examined patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition and test results to verify necessity of operations and determine proper procedures.
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School Attended
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And Science
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine And Science