Physician Assistant Patient Care

Samantha Moore

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EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF CHARLESTON

Master of Physician Assistant Studies January 2023- May 2025

●Elected member of the University of Charleston’s PA Student Association.

GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY

B.S. Integrative Studies, concentration in Pre-Physician Assistant August 2017- May 2021

●Honors Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement member, Dean’s list recipient.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE May 2024- March 2025

Dermatology, WV Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center South Charleston, WV

●Gained skills with punch biopsies, shave biopsies, cryotherapy, incision and drainage of abscesses, suturing, injections, phototherapy, Botox, BBL laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma injections.

●Performed full body skin examinations and assisted with diagnosing and treating skin cancer, eczema, psoriasis, HS, and skin infections.

Obstetrics & Gynecology, St Mary’s Women & Family Care Center Barboursville, WV

●First-assist in surgeries, including diagnostic laparoscopies, laparoscopic salpingectomies, dilation and curettage, endometrial ablations, cystoscopies, total robotic laparoscopic hysterectomies, vaginal deliveries, and cesarean deliveries.

●Performed pelvic exams, pap smears, fetal doppler ultrasounds, fundal height measurements, and pre- and post-op management. Assisted with IUD insertion, Nexplanon insertion, and managing prenatal, postnatal, and gynecological care.

General Surgery, Thomas Health WVU South Charleston, WV

First assist in a variety of surgical procedures, including peritoneal dialysis catheter placements, lumpectomies, colonoscopies, appendectomies, cholecystectomies, excisions, laparoscopic hernia repairs, diagnostic laparoscopies, and port placements.

Gained hands-on experience in sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and patient care in the operating room, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

Internal Medicine Adult ICU, CAMC- SICU/MICU Charleston, WV

Gained proficiency in central line insertion, assisting with lumbar punctures, and intubations.

Managed critically ill patients with conditions including COPD exacerbations, ARDs, ESRD, pneumonia, sepsis, and CHF.

Actively participated in advanced cardiac life support protocols and assisted with optimizing ventilator settings for critically ill patients.

Family Medicine, CAMC Primary Care Nitro, WV

Developed proficiency in managing acute and chronic conditions, including HTN, PAD, DM, COPD, asthma, chronic pain management, thyroid disorders, HLD, MSK workups, GERD, anxiety, depression, orthostatic hypotension, and anemia.

Independently conducted a thorough patient interview, physical exam, and documentation with efficiency. Interpreted laboratory results, CT scans, and x-rays to support clinical decision-making.

Performed various clinical procedures including ear irrigations, woods lamp exams, venipunctures, injections, and I&D’s.

Emergency Medicine, Raleigh General Hospital Beckley, WV

Developed proficiency splinting, wound suturing, I&D’s, anesthetic nerve blocks, EKG placement, and peripheral IV-line placement.

Actively participated in advance cardiac life support protocols during emergency situations.

Assisted in the assessment and management of various acute conditions including, DVT, PE, STEMI, N-STEMI, SAH, gunshot wounds, MVA injuries, fractures, cystitis, pyelonephritis, nephrolithiasis, seizures, atrial fibrillation, SVT with RVR, anaphylaxis, cholecystitis, cholangitis, diverticulitis, GI bleeds, bowel perforation, anemia, sepsis, cellulitis, and pneumonia.

Ordered and interpreted laboratory tests, CT scans, x-rays, and EKGs to support clinical decision making.

Psychiatry, PSIMED Charleston, WV

Assisted in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients within correctional facilities across the state, including medication management and treatment planning.

Provided rehabilitation management and care for patients with psychiatric and behavioral disorders, including antisocial personality disorder, acute psychosis, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, insomnia, narcissistic personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, PTSD, and victims of domestic abuse.

Pediatrics, New River Health Oak Hill, WV

Skilled in performing diagnostic procedures, including strep and nasopharyngeal swabs, ear irrigations, nail clipping cultures, venipunctures, allergy injections, and vaccinations.

Managed acute pediatric complaints such as strep throat, otitis media/externa, dermatitis, urticaria, constipation, URIs, influenza, COVID-19, and migraines. Provided care for pediatric patients with chronic conditions, including ADHD, autism, anxiety, and depression.

Conducted well-child visits, physical exams, assessments, and treatment plans to support comprehensive pediatric care.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Medical & Surgical Assistant, Advanced Dermatology Associates June 2021 – September 2023

●Advanced experience as the head MA assisting with Mohs surgery, excisions, biopsies, suture removal, patient preparation for procedures, and phototherapy.

Medical Assistant- Internal Medicine, Al-Dalli, Mohammed, M.D. February 2020- May 2021

●Proficient in EKGs, injections, laboratory orders, EHR system, and assisting with procedures.

LICENSES & MEMBERSHIPS

●NCCPA Licensure pending May 2025

●ACLS Certification- AHA, expires March 2026

●BLS Certification- AHA, expires March 2026

●American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)

●Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA)

Association of Plastic Surgery Physician Assistants (APSPA)

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

●Medical Reader for the 2024 and 2025 $100,000 Heart to Heart Grant from the Alpha Phi Foundation.

●Completed over 60 hours of volunteer service in the local community while maintaining full-time clinical and didactic responsibilities.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE/ ACHIEVEMENTS

Elected Historian, University of Charleston’s PA Student Association (UCPASA) March 2023- March 2024

Founder, George Mason Universities Foundation for Center of Health and Human Rights November 2019- May 2021

Vice President, Alpha Phi Foundation in support of Women’s Heart Health November 2019- November 2020

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