A Surgical Physician Assistant extends their service by providing patient care before the surgery and is helpful to the surgeons in the operating room. Other common work activities are listed on the Surgical Physician Assistant Resume as – interpreting diagnostic tests, closing incisions, counseling patients about treatment, conducting physical exams, assisting surgeons in carrying out various surgical procedures; preparing the operating room, handling different operation equipment, preparing the patient for the surgery procedures, assisting the surgeon throughout the surgical process, and taking responsibility for post-surgery patient care.
Those who want to become one should possess a bachelor’s degree in Science-related subjects, and a qualification in the Physician Assistance program. Other core skills include wide knowledge of surgical procedures, a strong grasp of clinical procedures, clinical medicine, and pediatric surgeries; and the ability to ensure the safety of the patient at all times. Necessary certification and state licensure are also mandatory.
Objective : Aggressive but friendly Surgical Physician Assistant with consistent history of penetrating and acquiring accounts. Excellent negotiator and communicator - quick to establish rapport, build credibility and cultivate lasting relationships with major accounts.
Skills : Multiple Electronic Medical Records Programs, Mac Os, Office, Etc.
Description :
Applied sutures, staples, clips, or other materials to close skin, facia, or subcutaneous wound layers.
Clamped, ligated, or cauterized blood vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry, using hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures, or electrocautery equipment.
Coordinated or participated in the positioning of patients, using body stabilizing equipment or protective padding to provide appropriate exposure for the procedure or to protect against nerve damage or circulation impairment.
Discussed with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure, including operative consent, methods of operative exposure, diagnostic or laboratory data, or patient-advanced directives or other needs.
Covered patients with surgical drapes to create and maintain a sterile operative field.
Maintained an unobstructed operative field, using surgical retractors, sponges, or suctioning and irrigating equipment.
Monitored and maintained aseptic technique throughout procedures.
Monitored patient intra-operative status, including patient position, vital signs, or volume or color of blood.
Prepared and applied sterile wound dressings.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Summary : Licensed Physician Assistant searching for a position in the Tampa bay area where I can use my experience to further develop my skills and effectiveness in managing and improving patients quality of life and health issues and help build my employers practice. Consider locums, part time and permanent positions.
Skills : Suturing, First Assist, Home medical equipment, Spanish.
Description :
Included first assist in the OR in general, orthopedic, spine, plastic and vascular inpatient and outpatient surgeries.
Daily rounds on surgical service.
Ad missioned and discharged for numerous surgeons.
Prescribed medications including schedule 2.
Ordered and interpreted labs and other diagnostics.
Certified PICC line insertions.
Bedside procedures including but not limited to arthrocentesis, suture and staple placement and removal, incision and drainage, wound care and dressing changes, central line removal and troubleshooting.
Participated in PICC line committee and quality assurance meetings.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Physician Assistant
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Objective : Over 15 years of combined healthcare experience within a hospital setting including, 10 years of direct patient care five years of managerial responsibilities 12 credits in graduate finance coursework and 15 credits in graduate accounting coursework.
Skills : Surgical Experience, Intensive Care Experience, Research Experience.
Description :
Performed HPE on pre-surgical patients.
Coordinated and evaluated patient pre-surgical testing additional specialty referrals.
Assisted in general and plastic surgical procedures on outpatient and inpatient settings.
Provided comprehensive wound care management and patient education for plastic surgery and surgical departments.
Interfaced extensively with patients, staff and nursing personnel, surgeons, and various specialty medical physicians.
Maintained accurate SOAP and POMR medical records and assisted in interdepartmental QA reviews.
Specialized in advanced laparoscopic surgical techniques including but not limited to Robotic and Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
BS In Health Science
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Objective : To gain employment and experience as physician assistant. Highly detail oriented and excellent analytical skills as required to practice quality medicine yet able to appreciate the macroscopic facet of medicine.
Skills : Multiple Electronic Medical Records Programs, Mac Os, Office, Etc.
Description :
Performed comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations.
Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries.
Ordered and interpreted laboratory and radiographic studies.
Educated and counseled patients.
Performed minor surgical procedures.
Performed First Assist duties in surgery.
Assisted with call.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
MS In Physician Assistant
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Summary : Surgical Physician Assistant is a PA who has a broad range of medical and surgical knowledge. They are usually involved in all aspect of patient care, both in the outpatient and inpatient setting.
Skills : NCCPA certified, NC State license, NC Narcotics and, DEA licenses), Member of ASMBS, ACS, SAGES, AAPA, NCAPA.
Description :
Performed first assist duties.
Assisted with surgical procedures.
Conducted daily hospital rounds.
Wrote orders and progress notes.
Performed all admission history and physicals.
Ordered appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests.
Performed appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master Degree
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Headline : Surgery Physician Assistant assists surgical physicians by administering patient care and supporting the surgical physicians activities during surgeries.
Skills : Problem-solving and Conflict resolution skills.
Description :
Evaluated and clarified clinical conditions.
Formulated and implemented treatment and therapeutic plans for hospitalized patients.
Handled discharge planning and dictates discharge summaries.
Presented the patient to attending surgeons, if needed.
Helped to formulate treatment plans.
Ordered appropriate radiographic studies.
Performed office procedures.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS in Health Science
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Headline : General Surgery Physician assistant is a PA who has a broad range of medical and surgical knowledge. Involved in all aspect of patient care, both in the outpatient and inpatient setting.
Skills : Work in a high stress, Dynamic, Busy clinical setting.
Description :
Evaluated post-operative patients and does routine follow-up visits.
Returned phone calls of from patients.
Handled prescription refills.
Reviewed radiographic reports and laboratory reports for abnormalities.
Evaluated, screened and counseled patients on health maintenance and promote utilization of community resources.
Designed, conducted and/or participated in research studies.
Managed databases.
Performed quality assurance.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
PA Program
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Objective : General surgery physician assistants (GS PAs) are highly trained medical professionals who work alongside surgeons to assist with surgical procedures. Also provide primary care services, perform diagnostic tests, and manage patient care after surgery.
Skills : Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries.
Description :
Checked the patients history and performing physical exams.
Handled daily patient rounds and discharge summaries.
Educated and advised patients on how to look after themselves post surgery.
Performed a wide range of abdominal surgeries for many forms of intestinal and abdominal wall neoplasms, gallbladder disease, gastric and pancreatic disease.
Anticipated and corrected post-operative problems.
Continued care by managing patient care in pre-, intra- and post-operative settings, such as in the case of trauma.
Evaluated a trauma victim.
Followed trauma patient through critical care and surgical recovery and handling their outpatient care.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate Degree
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Summary : General surgery physician assistant includes working in a clinical setting in hospitals, outpatient clinics and surgical centers. Operating rooms with surgical physicians and other medical professionals.
Skills : Orders and interprets laboratory and radiographic studies.
Description :
Assessed patients that enter the emergency room immediately and oversee emergency patients recovery.
Conducted follow-up visits to monitor the patients condition.
Requested the appropriate medical tests and based on them, follow a treatment plan.
Developed effective patient care plans.
Referred patients to the appropriate specialists.
Ensured that patients are stable before transferring them to the proper department for further evaluation.
Provided instructions for discharge and any relevant paperwork.
Maintained the patients medical records.
Coordinated with different ER departments to ensure patients receive the necessary treatment.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Certification of PA
Surgical Physician Assistant Resume
Headline : Surgical Physician Assistant services that physician assistants provide may include diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription.
Skills : Educates and counsels patients, Performs minor surgical procedures.
Description :
Administered anesthesia, monitoring patients vital signs, and assisting in surgery procedures.
Performed routine exams on patients to identify risk factors for disease or other health concerns.
Performed diagnostic tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and endoscopies to collect tissue samples.
Prepared patients for surgery by thoroughly cleaning the operative site and administering preoperative medications.
Provided surgical assistance by preparing operating rooms, sterilizing equipment, and assisting with surgeries.
Performed medical procedures such as stitching wounds, removing inflamed tonsils or gallbladders, and performing breast biopsies.
Performed office surgery such as liposuction and Botox injections.
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