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Erin Elphick

Wilmington

Summary

Experienced Physician Assistant recognized for excelling in high-volume environments and delivering direct clinical and surgical care across emergency rooms, operating rooms, and intensive care units. Skilled in patient assessment, clinical diagnosis, and medical procedure assistance. Excels in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring effective collaboration with healthcare teams and optimal patient care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Vascular & General Surgery Physician Assistant

Tinsley Surgical
Wilmington
07.2024 - Current
  • First-assist in vascular and general surgeries, performing intraoperative tasks such as suturing, tissue retraction, cauterization, and drain placement in accordance with clinical privileges
  • Coordinate OR setup and patient positioning to adhere to sterile technique and surgical access requirements
  • Conduct inpatient hospital rounding, physical examinations, and treatment plans for vascular and general surgery patients, including consults, pre-/post-operative, and follow-up visits
  • Perform minor office procedures including abscess incision and drainages, cyst and skin lesion excisions, hemorrhoidectomies, surgical drain removals, and suture/staple removals
  • Deliver comprehensive patient education on vascular conditions and procedures such as abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, venous insufficiency, hernias, and wounds

Internal Medicine Physician Assistant

Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
Winston Salem
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Managed the health and well-being of patients as it pertained to their urgent medical conditions, chronic illnesses, and overall wellness
  • Diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases and illnesses across all organ systems in an acute internal medicine setting
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and radiographic images to further analyze patient conditions
  • Collaborated with specializing providers to coordinate comprehensive care for patients
  • Organized appropriate treatment interventions including prescription of pharmaceutical medications

Education

Master of Physician Assistant Studies -

High Point University
High Point, NC
08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science

Messiah College
Mechanicsburg, PA
05.2017

Skills

  • Surgical assistance in office based laboratory and operating rooms
  • Procedural skills including abscess/cyst incision and drainage, skin lesion excisions, hemorrhoidectomy, suture/staple removal
  • Diagnostic interpretation of ultrasounds, CT scans, MRIs, and X-rays
  • Proficient in Epic, Picis, TriMed Complete, and Athena electronic medical records

Affiliations

High Point Physician Assistant Student Marshall

  • Selected amongst fellow classmates to represent the High Point University school of Physician Assistant studies based on academic excellence

Rancho 3M Medical Outreach Volunteer

  • Conducted pediatric and community health screenings for orphans in Mexico while fostering spiritual growth, cross-cultural communication, and community-building among children, local staff, and missionaries

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS

Timeline

Vascular & General Surgery Physician Assistant

Tinsley Surgical
07.2024 - Current

Internal Medicine Physician Assistant

Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
01.2021 - 06.2024

Master of Physician Assistant Studies -

High Point University

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science

Messiah College

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