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Advanced Practice Provider
DispatchHealthAdvanced Practice Provider
Sep. 2024Boston, Massachusetts, United States-Provide in-home acute and urgent care services, delivering high-quality medical care directly in patients' homes or mobile environments. -Work as part of a mobile care team alongside a DispatchHealth Medical Technician (DHMT) -Perform comprehensive health assessments, diagnose complex illnesses, and develop tailored treatment plans. -Administer therapeutic interventions, including splinting, suturing, wound care, and minor procedures. -Employ critical thinking and evidence-based clinical standards to ensure optimal patient outcomes. -Utilize mobile and portable medical tools and technology to analyze diagnostic tests and implement appropriate treatment or follow-up care. -Provide compassionate, culturally competent care and educate patients and families on managing acute illnesses and overall health. -Navigate end-of-life discussions and communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers. -Accurately document patient encounters, ensuring all details are captured for continuity of care.
Physician Assistant
PhysicianOne Urgent CarePhysician Assistant
Aug. 2023 - Jan. 2025Boston, Massachusetts, United States- Manage and prioritize a high volume of patients of all ages, averaging 30+ per 12-hour shift, while maintaining quality of care and efficiency in a fast-paced urgent care setting - Perform comprehensive medical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment for a diverse patient population - Conduct evaluations and develop appropriate treatment plans for acute medical conditions, injuries, and illnesses - Perform a variety of medical procedures, including but not limited to suturing, wound care, incision & drainage, casting/splinting - Assess and triage urgent behavioral health presentations—including anxiety, depression, substance use, and acute safety concerns—providing stabilization, crisis counseling, and referrals for appropriate follow-up care - Administer ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) protocols to ensure timely and effective emergency care - Demonstrate strong communication skills in providing education and counseling to patients and their families regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care - Collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care and optimal outcomes - Proficiently utilize EMR system to document patient encounters and maintain accurate medical records - Adhere to established protocols, guidelines, and standards of care to uphold patient safety
Physician Assistant
Brigham and Women's HospitalPhysician Assistant
Apr. 2022Boston, Massachusetts, United States- Provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population ages 18+; 16 patients per 8 hour shift - Evaluate and treat a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses including but not limited to respiratory infections, pulmonary and cardiac complaints, musculoskeletal injuries, urinary tract issues and genital complaints, women’s health and men’s health issues, weight management, hypertension, diabetes, and more. - Conduct remote and in-person behavioral health visits, providing psychiatric evaluations and medication management via telehealth for patients with depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and other mood or adjustment disorders. - Perform procedures including but not limited to I&D, casting and splinting, advanced wound care. - Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing and prescribe appropriate pharmacologic medications - Counsel patients on health management and illness prevention; make timely, appropriate referrals to specialists - Provide telemedicine acute care, behavioral health and psychiatric care, and primary care 10-20 hours per week - Maintain accurate and timely documentation through Epic EMR - Work closely with a team of physicians, advanced practice providers (PAs, NPs), medical assistants, social workers, and other staff to ensure the delivery of high quality, well-rounded care to patients NOTE: transition from full-time to per diem occurred 10/2023
PA Student - Surgery
Massachusetts General Hospital, UMass Memorial Medical Center, Carney Hospital, CAMCPA Student - Surgery
Jul. 2020 - Jun. 2021United StatesCardiac, Cardiothoracic -First and second assist in procedures including CABG, AVR, MVR, Ross Procedure, and open heart transplant (OHT). -Closely managed post-operative patients by interpreting telemetry, monitoring medications, I/O, vitals, and incision sites. -Removed cardiac wires and chest tubes. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: -First and second assist in cleft palate correction, sternal reconstruction, skin grafting, wound debridement, BKA/TMR, hernia repair, BBR, breast reconstruction, panniculectomy, gynecomastia reduction, fat grafting, and scar revision. -Performed skin exams and post-operative, inpatient, and outpatient wound care. -Collaborated with the surgeon or PA for consultations, cosmetic procedures, in-office procedures, and hand clinic. Gynecologic Surgery: -First and second assist in laparoscopic hysterectomy, myomectomy, cystoscopy and biopsy, hysteroscopy and biopsy.
PA Student
MGH Institute of Health ProfessionsPA Student
May. 2019 - Jul. 2021Boston, MassachusettsEmergency Medicine Virtual -- MGH Institute of Health Professions -- Boston, MA Cardiac Surgery -- Massachusetts General Hospital -- Boston, MA Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery -- UMass Memorial Medical Center -- Worcester, MA Family Medicine -- Brigham & Women’s / Mass General Health Care Center -- Boston, MA Internal Medicine -- Dunbar Medical Associates -- Charleston, WV Women’s Health -- Carney Hospital -- Dorchester, MA Psychiatry -- Brigham & Women’s Faulkner Hospital -- Boston, MA Pediatrics -- Patriot Pediatrics (MGH Outpatient) -- Bedford, MA Emergency Medicine -- Paris Regional Medical Center -- Paris, TX Responsibilities: -Worked in collaboration with a physician, PA, or NP to provide thorough medical care to diverse patient populations. -Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe physical assessments and obtained complete medical history. -Ordered and interpreted various diagnostic testing and imaging. -Diagnosed disease processes and implemented comprehensive treatment plans. -Counseled and educated patients and families on injury and disease processes, prevention, and management. -Administered well-woman exams, diabetic screenings, and other screening exams. -Documented patient encounters through EMR. -Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy. Hands-On Experience: -Conducted advanced procedures such as intubations and central line insertions in emergency care situations. -Performed comprehensive skin exams and wound care. -Performed venipunctures, injections and various diagnostic procedures throughout clinical rounds. -Closed wounds via sutures and staples. Removed sutures and staples when appropriate. -Performed fluorescein staining for eye foreign bodies and corneal abrasions. -Used proper technique to cast and splint fractured bones. -Performed Papanicolaou cytology smears, urinalysis, and in-office pregnancy testing. Placed foley catheters.
Junior Clinician at Internal Medicine Associates
Massachusetts General HospitalJunior Clinician at Internal Medicine Associates
May. 2019 - Mar. 2020Boston, MA-Volunteered with Crimson Care Collaborative through Harvard Medical School. -Performed high-quality patient centered primary and urgent care, conducted comprehensive physical exams and obtained full medical history on over 10 patients per shift with collaborating senior clinician. -Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and imaging. Formulated treatment plans and patient education.
Lead Medical Assistant, Lead Nutritionist
MOUNTAINEER FAMILY MEDICINELead Medical Assistant, Lead Nutritionist
Feb. 2018 - Dec. 2018Charleston, West Virginia Area-Provided patients with education on nutrition based lifestyle changes and preventative medicine. -Obtained full patient medical history, vitals, blood draws, urinalysis, EKG, drug screening, rapid strep testing. - Performed weekly check-ins with over 30 patients enrolled in our addiction medicine program for opioid use disorder -Assisted supervising physician with steroid joint injections and B12 injections.
Emergency Room Medical Assistant, PA Assistant
The Brooklyn Hospital CenterEmergency Room Medical Assistant, PA Assistant
Sep. 2017 - Dec. 2017Brooklyn, New York, United States-Volunteered in the Emergency Department as a direct assistant to the PA. -Worked directly with the PA in caring for over 50 patients per 12 hour shift. -Obtained patients' HPI, gave report to the PA. -Performed vision exams, irrigated and dressed wounds. -Assisted with casting/splinting, suture removal, and I&D.
Instructor
CITYROWInstructor
Oct. 2015 - Dec. 2017Greater New York City Area- Led high-energy group fitness classes combining rowing intervals with strength and mobility training, designed to improve endurance, power, and total-body conditioning - Delivered safe, motivating, and personalized coaching cues to participants of all fitness levels, adapting programming for injuries or limitations - Created a supportive and engaging class environment that fostered community, accountability, and member retention - Collaborated with fellow instructors and studio leadership to maintain consistency in programming and uphold brand standards
Owner/Founder, Certified Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Alex Ellis Fitness & WellnessOwner/Founder, Certified Trainer & Nutrition Coach
Jan. 2015NYC, Boston, Remote- Design and implement individualized fitness and nutrition programs tailored to client goals such as weight management, body recomposition, sport-specific training, and injury rehabilitation—emphasizing sustainable lifestyle change and evidence-based methods. - Conduct comprehensive assessments including functional movement screenings, postural analysis, and injury/imbalance evaluations to optimize programming and reduce risk of re-injury. -Deliver coaching both in-person and virtually, utilizing digital platforms to provide training sessions, progress tracking, nutrition counseling, and accountability support. - Integrate medical and clinical knowledge as a Physician Assistant to educate clients on safe exercise modifications, nutrition strategies, and long-term wellness planning. - Build and manage a successful independent business, overseeing marketing, client acquisition, and retention while maintaining a referral-based practice with high client satisfaction. -Empower diverse clientele ranging from busy professionals to athletes to improve functional strength, cardiovascular health, and overall quality of life through holistic, personalized programming.
DispatchHealth
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
PhysicianOne Urgent Care
Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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