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PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY
Professional Summary

Accomplished Board certified Physician Assistant with over fifteen years of experience in inpatient Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery services and inpatient Cardiology services. Well-versed in providing expert cardiac care and managing complex treatment programs. Disciplined and detail-oriented with superior work ethics to influence positive outcomes. Fluent in French and English.

Licenses

Physician Assistant Certification, 2000-current

Drug Enforcement Administration license 2000-current

Advanced Cardiac Life Support 

Basic Life Support

NIH Stroke Scale Certification, current

Human Subject Protection Certification, 2013

Basic Course Human Subject Research 2007-current

Skill Highlights
  • Good communicator and coordinator of care
  • Direct patient management
  • Detailed clinical documentation
  • Wound Care Management to include negative pressure wound therapies
  • Exceptional Patient Advocate
  • Facilitator and mediator
  • Superior clinical acumen
  • Team building 
  • Physician Assistant
  • Licensing Requirements
  • Team Player
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Acute Care provider
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • Range Of Motion
Professional Experience
Beth Israel Lahey Health (BIDMC)Boston, MAPhysician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery09/2019 to Current
  • Interview patients and reviewed patient files to determine medical histories, previous treatment and therapies and medication history.
  • Independently conduct therapeutic interventions, including wound care and infection management.
  • Prescribe therapies and medications under direction of physician to ameliorate symptoms and treat underlying conditions.
  • Explain treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets, and physician instructions to patients.
  • Act as liaison for referring physicians as part of our cardiothoracic surgical team.
  • Record complete medical histories, progress notes and assessment details in BIDMC EHR system.
  • Provide initial coverage for unavailable physicians, filling critical staffing gap and providing solid patient care.
Catholic Medical CenterManchester, NHPhysician Assistant, Cardiothoracic, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery04/2015 to 07/2019
  • Managed care of often complicated 10-20 cardiothoracic and vascular surgical patients in ICU and step-down units from physical evaluation to coordination of resources in providing favorable outcomes.
  • Performed US-guided thoracenteses, manage and discontinue chest tubes and epicardial wires.
  • Implemented Continuous Quality Improvements initiatives and guidelines in the care of cardiovascular patients.
  • Participated Northern New England Cardiovascular Study meetings as part of a regional collaborative group.
  • Dictated accurate history and physicals promptly along with discharge summaries upon patient admitting or leaving hospital.
  • Recognized and communicate relevant information that requires urgent attention
  • Lead urgent management of hemodynamically unstable patients.
  • Consulted on patients with cardiovascular and thoracic concerns referred from other medical services or healthcare facilities.
  • Coordinated care on often complicated 12-15 outpatient post-operative patients.
  • Collaborated with multiple disciplines to assure unit programs are current and optimize care of our population.
  • Organized quarterly provider meeting on relevant clinical issues within our practice.
University Surgical AssociatesProvidence, RIPhysician Assistant, Vascular Surgery12/2007 to 04/2015
  • Provided care for up to 20 patients per day with various severity of illnesses and common to complex vascular problems in their pre and/or post-operative periods.
  • Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during physical examinations to properly diagnose and treat their illnesses.
  • Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discuss test results with patients and their families.
  • Exhibit expert knowledge of policies, procedures, ethical standards and laws regarding the delivery of medical care.
  • Rapidly assessed and responded to medical emergencies or changes in clinical status of patients.
  • Led clinical documentation initiative assuring accurate picture of patient's severity of illness leading to improved quality scores and reimbursement.
Rhode Island Center CardiologyProvidence, RIPhysician Assistant, Inpatient Cardiology05/2001 to 12/2007
  • Provided general medical and preventive care for up to 20 patients per day with cardiac problems. Diagnoses most often included Acute Coronary Syndrome, Congestive Heart Failure, Atrial and Ventricular arrhythmias, Valvular pathology, Diabetes, Hypertension, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. Acuity ranged from low to moderate with not infrequently being involved in management of life threatening emergencies.
  • Assessed and Managed patients in Emergency Department with potential acute cardiac issues. Reviewed individual cases with cardiologist and referring MD.
  • Responsible for all aspects of care to include physical assessment, ordering diagnostic tests and procedures, planning discharge and follow-up, prescribing medications, and treatments as in agreement with attending of record.
Education
Master of Science:Health Professions2000Bouve College of Pharmacy, Boston, MA
Certificate:Physician Assistant2000Northeastern University, Boston , MA
Bachelor of Science:Biology, minor Psychology1994Rivier College, Nashua, NH
MILITARY SERVICE
Army National GuardHanscom AFB, MAMAJOR/65D Physician Assistant05/2004 to 03/2020
  • Recipient of numerous awards for exceptional duty, Received MEDCOM Commander's Coin for placing Bronze on the much coveted German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge Competition-2016.
  • Educated and counseled soldiers about positive and preventative effects of better lifestyle habits during his/her Periodic Health Assessment (PHA).
  • Triaged soldiers with potential mental health issues to assure proper coordination of resources at PHA events.
  • Reviewed regular and over-40 physicals at PHA events to assure medical readiness of our soldiers.
  • Interpreted EKGs of older soldier physicals.
  • Coordinated medical care for Iraqi detainees-2010
  • Set up and staffed a Treatment Medical Facility for the care of coalition troops-2010
  • Operation Helping Hand-2005
  • Provided sustainment training to over 150 healthcare specialists (medics) and peers including BLS/ACLS.
United States Army ReservesHanscom AFB, MASergeant First Class/E-7 Health Care Specialist01/1986 to 05/2004
  • Developed program to meet new credentialing requirements for medics within specific time constraints.
  • Humanitarian missions in Ecuador and Haiti
  • Awarded "Most Valuable Soldier" from medical brigade commander and Ecuadorian president
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Beth Israel Lahey Health (BIDMC)
  • Catholic Medical Center
  • University Surgical Associates
  • Rhode Island Center Cardiology
  • Army National Guard
  • United States Army Reserves

School Attended

  • Bouve College of Pharmacy
  • Northeastern University
  • Rivier College

Job Titles Held:

  • Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery
  • Physician Assistant, Vascular Surgery
  • Physician Assistant, Inpatient Cardiology
  • MAJOR/65D Physician Assistant
  • Sergeant First Class/E-7 Health Care Specialist

Degrees

  • Master of Science : Health Professions 2000
    Certificate : Physician Assistant 2000
    Bachelor of Science : Biology, minor Psychology 1994

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