Darrell Fertil
Richmond Hill
Summary
Battalion Physician Assistant with 18 months of primary care experience in the Army, adept at managing routine and urgent patient care. Great foundation in family medicine and acute/chronic musculoskeletal conditions, while effectively educating patients on health issues. Strong communicator committed to enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive care and collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Battalion Physician Assistant
Army
10.2023 - Current
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
Army Medic
Army
04.2014 - 12.2020
- Administered first-aid treatment to reduce pain and minimize risk of complications.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
Education
Master of Science - Masters of Physician Assistant Studies
Interservice Physician Assistant Program
San Antonio, TX06-2023
Skills
- Primary care experience
- Chart preparation
- Suturing
- Wound care
- Managing prescription refills
- Patient history documentation
- Telemedicine
- Clinical decision making
- Laceration repair
- Interpreting radiology results
- Incisions and drainage
- Interpreting laboratory results
Certification
BLS
TCCC (Tactical Combat Casualty Care)
Timeline
Battalion Physician Assistant
Army
10.2023 - Current
Army Medic
Army
04.2014 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Masters of Physician Assistant Studies
Interservice Physician Assistant Program
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