Tasia Fortune
Kennesaw
Summary
Organized, dedicated, goal-oriented physician assistant with experience in general cardiology, advanced heart failure, interventional cardiology, telemedicine, cardiac rehabilitation, weight loss, and data analysis seeking to obtain a position to support the mission and goals of the healthcare system, where I may practice medicine to improve the quality of life of others while earning a trusting relationship amongst my patients and colleagues.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Inpatient Cardiovascular Physician Assistant
Wellstar Cardiology
02.2023 - Current
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
Weight Loss Consultant
Bee Healthy Medical Weight Loss And Wellness
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Counseled and coached clients during visits to offer solutions and support.
- Met with clients individually to discuss weight loss, nutrition and lifestyle changes.
- Provide information about weight loss program to prospective clients and administered online counseling sessions.
- Documented client needs, desires and problems to build rapport and identify areas needing support.
- Created and organized client charts, managed filing system and submitted reports.
- Delivered exercise guidance to patients recovering from heart attack, lung cancer, stroke and other major health crises to rebuild strength and endurance.
- Discuss different types of weight loss medications to lower blood sugar levels and improve overall health.
Inpatient Cardiovascular Physician Assistant
Prisma Cardiology
10.2020 - 02.2023
- Evaluation and treatment of adults with acute and chronic cardiovascular condition in the inpatient setting utilizing evidence-based medicine
- Hemodynamic monitoring, interpretation, and management
- Prescribe diagnostic tests and ensure expedition of those with sensitive conditions
- Interpret test and report findings to the Cardiologist to formulate effective medical plan
- Proficient EKG interpretation, limited skills in reading echocardiogram sonography and nuclear stress imaging
- Educate patients and family about treatments, diagnosis, care, medications, and follow-up plans
Statistician
Potash Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2018
Material Management Apprentice
United States Air Force Reserve
07.2008 - 08.2014
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistance Studies
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of South Carolina
Columbia12.2014
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Proficient in EPIC, Cerner, and Athena
- Preventive Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Critical Thinker
- Patient History Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate Professional
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
Licenses / Certifications
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support / Basic Life Support
- NCCPA (Certified)
- South Carolina Physician Assistant License (Active)
- Georgia Physician Assistant License (Active)
- Utah Physician Assistant License (Active)
- New York Physician Assistant License (Active)
- California Physician Assistant License (Pending)
Timeline
Inpatient Cardiovascular Physician Assistant
Wellstar Cardiology
02.2023 - Current
Weight Loss Consultant
Bee Healthy Medical Weight Loss And Wellness
01.2022 - 02.2023
Inpatient Cardiovascular Physician Assistant
Prisma Cardiology
10.2020 - 02.2023
Statistician
Potash Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2018
Material Management Apprentice
United States Air Force Reserve
07.2008 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Physician Assistance Studies
Gardner-Webb University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
University of South Carolina
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