Respiratory Therapist Physician Assistant
Resume:
Courtney Amin
*** ****** ***** **** 636-***-****
O’Fallon, MO 63366 accnto@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION
Master of Medical Science Degree
Conferral: December 2013
Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO
Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Degree
Conferral: May 2008
Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
Cum Laude
Associates of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy,
Degree Conferral: May 2008
Ozarks Technical Community College, Springfield, MO
Magna Cum Laude
HONORS & AWARDS
Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
December 2013- Present
Alpha Epsilon Lambda
April 2013- Present
Golden Key International Honour Society August
2006- May 2008
Phi Eta Sigma May 2006- May
2008
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSOCIATIONS
Certified Physician Assistant January 2014-
Present
Basic Life Support Expires March
2015
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Expires June 2014
American Academy of Physician Assistants
September 2011- Present
Missouri Association of Physician Assistants
September 2011- Present
Certified Respiratory Therapist May
2008- Present
Registered Respiratory Therapist June
2008- Present
National Board of Respiratory Care May
2008- Present
- Missouri Licensure currently in process
Courtney Amin
265 Sunset Villa Lane 636-***-****
O’Fallon, MO 63366 accnto@r.postjobfree.com
STUDENT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Saint Louis University Hospital- Emergency Medicine, St. Louis, MO
October- December 2013
Performed focused histories and physical exams on patients with acute illnesses
Formulated assessments and implanted treatment plans for patients in triage, acute
traumas, and emergency room
Enhanced technical skills in suturing, injections, chest tube insertions, pelvic exams,
incisions and drainage, wound care and dressings, and ultrasound performance and
interpretation
Worked closely with physicians and physician assistants in developing appropriate care
plans for acutely ill patients
Communicated with patients regarding the pathophysiology of their disease process as
well as all procedures and treatment options/plans during their visit
Utilized time management skills in order to provide adequate patient care as well as
worked morning, evening, and night shifts allowing for more patient population variability
Barnes Jewish Hospital- Psychiatry, St. Louis, MO
October- October 2013
Performed psychiatric interviews and physical exams on new consults in an inpatient
setting
Assisted in Electric Convulsive Therapy on patients with Bipolar and Depressive disorders
Participated in Grand Rounds on all patients in our psychiatric consult service
Collaborated with Residents and Attendings on treatment plans for patients with
new/established psychiatric disorders
Responsible for reassessing new consults in the hospital as well as writing daily notes
updating other healthcare professionals on their psychiatric status
Mercy Hospital St. Louis- OB/GYN, St. Louis, MO
September- October 2013
Performed history and physical exams and communicated findings to preceptors
Enhanced technical skills in microscopy interpretation, pap/pelvic exams, breast exams,
fetal heart tones, determining fundal height, and suturing
Assisted in vaginal and cesarean sections, total abdominal/vaginal hysterectomies, and
uterine myomectomies
Assessed newborn well-being using APGAR scoring and physical examination
Utilized Epic EMR
Parkland Health Clinic- Family Medicine, Farmington, MO
August- September 2013
Performed complete and thorough history and physical exams which led to accurate
diagnoses and treatment plans
Courtney Amin
265 Sunset Villa Lane 636-***-****
O’Fallon, MO 63366 accnto@r.postjobfree.com
Gained technical skills in knee, elbow, and shoulder corticosteroid injections, vaccination
injections, and pelvic exams
Communicated with patients in order to understand concerns and increase their
understanding of their health
Utilized eClinicalWorks EMR
Parkcrest Plastic Surgery- Plastic Surgery, Saint Louis, MO
June- July 2013
First and second assist in surgeries including breast augmentations, breast reconstructions,
breast reductions, panniculectomies, liposuction, and skin grafting
Enhanced technical skills in suturing, wound dressing changes, breast sizer injections,
suture removal, wound vac changes and operations
Assisted preceptor with obtaining histories from new surgical consults
Mercy Hospital St. Louis- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Saint Louis, MO
May- June 2013
Second assist in cardiac, pulmonary, and esophageal surgeries including coronary artery
bypass grafts, mitral/aortic valve replacements, lung lobectomies and resections
Participated in rounds and wrote daily progress notes on post-operative patients in the
CVICU and on the floor
Gained technical skills in removing chest tubes, pericardial drains, cardiac pacing wires,
and placing chest tubes and pacing wires intraoperatively
Performed in-office pre-operative histories and physical exams
Utilized Epic EMR
John Cochran Veteran’s Administration Hospital- General Surgery, St. Louis, MO
March- April 2013
Performed daily rounds on pre and post-op patients in an inpatient setting
Responsible for updating daily lab results, I/O’s, drain outputs, and any tests performed
Assisted in surgery and performed skills including suturing, driving laparoscopic cameras,
draining
abscesses, and removing sutures
Performed complete history and physical exams on new consults in colorectal and vascular
clinics two days a week
Utilized CPRS EMR
University of Kansas Medical Center- Pediatrics, Kansas City, KS
February- March 2013
Performed physicals, well child exams, and provided acute care in an urgent care setting
Presented history and physical findings to physicians and helped formulate differential
diagnoses and plans
Cared for underserved families including Nepali refugees and Hispanic families and utilized
translator services
Courtney Amin
265 Sunset Villa Lane 636-***-****
O’Fallon, MO 63366 accnto@r.postjobfree.com
Worked in the Pediatric Urgent Care two days a week and performed focused histories,
physical exams, and formulated assessments and plans
Kopjas Private Practice- Internal Medicine, Maryville, IL
January- February 2013
Performed patient assessments alongside my preceptor in an outpatient clinic
Performed complete history and physical exams, ordered and interpreted labs, imaging,
and ECGs
Assisted preceptor in diagnosing conditions as well as determining appropriate treatment
Gained technical skills in administering injection medications and pelvic exams
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Registered Respiratory Therapist- Mercy Hospital, St. Louis, MO
May 2008- April 2012
Provided respiratory care including nebulizer therapy, mini bronchoalveolar lavages,
manual and percussive device therapy, arterial blood gases, extubations, nitric oxide
therapy
Operated machinery including mechanical ventilators, noninvasive mechanical ventilators,
and intrapulmonary percussive ventilators
Performed adult and pediatric care in multiple care areas including emergency room, adult
intensive care units, medical/surgical units, cardiovascular intensive care units, post-
operative care units, pediatrics, and transitional care units
Utilized EPIC EMR
Respiratory Technician- Mercy Hospital, Springfield, MO
August 2007- May 2008
Provided respiratory care including nebulizer therapy, manual and percussive device
therapy, and arterial blood gases
Performed adult care in areas including medical/surgical units, post-operative care units,
and transitional care units
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