Dynamic Physician Assistant with extensive experience at HCA Lewis Gale Physicians, excelling in patient management and surgical assisting. Proven ability to interpret diagnostic tests and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in educating patients and performing thorough physical examinations, ensuring comprehensive care delivery.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistan
HCA Lewis Gale Physicians
Salem, VA
12.2007 - Current
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
Streamlined clinic workflow by collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and support staff.
Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring proper preparation of operating room equipment and patient positioning for optimal outcomes.
Conducted rounds in hospitals to check on admitted patients and provide care.
Physician Assistant
Guilford Orthopaedic And Sports Medicine
Greensboro, NC
08.2005 - 12.2007
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
Conducted rounds in hospitals and nursing homes to check on admitted patients and provide care.
Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring proper preparation of operating room equipment and patient positioning for optimal outcomes.
Physician Assistant
Greensboro Orthopaedics
Greensboro, NC
02.2003 - 08.2005
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring proper preparation of operating room equipment and patient positioning for optimal outcomes.
Conducted rounds in hospitals to check on admitted patients and provide care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
08-2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Hampden-Sydney College
Hampden Sydney, VA
05-2000
Skills
Patient management
Surgical Assisting
Suturing
Patient history documentation
Educating patients
Medical diagnosis
Interpreting laboratory results
Physical examination
Diagnosing conditions
Patient assessments
Wound care
Interpreting radiology results
Certification
Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.