Erin Smochek
Erie
Summary
- A licensed physician assistant with over 20 years of experience in cardiothoracic and vascular surgery
- Highly skilled at endovascular vein harvesting, radial artery harvesting and first assisting in all types of cases including general, cardiac, vascular, and thoracic surgery
- Ability to perform a comprehensive history and physical, formulate and execute treatment plans, and monitor and treat the patient's progress
- Provide education and counseling to patients and families
- Confident in training and mentoring peers and staff on procedure techniques and protocols
- Ability to work independently, as well as be a strong team member and leader
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Physician Assistant
UPMC Hamot, CVTS Flagship
04.2011 - Current
- Perform daily rounds to establish and execute a focused plan of care for each patient
- First assisting the operating room on all cardiac, thoracic and vascular procedures, including endovein and endoradial harvesting
- Perform hospital consultations, order appropriate testing and laboratories and formulate a plan of care in conjunction with supervising physician and team.
- Provide education and counseling to patients and familes.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
- Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Physician Assistant
The Heart Center at DuBois Regional Medical Center
12.2003 - 03.2011
- Responsibilities included performing daily rounds, attendance of daily morning critical care conference, and providing a daily task list for team members
- First assisting in the operating room, endovascular saphenous vein and radial artery harvesting
- Complete consultations and establish a plan of care for patients
- Conduct weekly clinical case conferences to discuss potential cases, review previous cases, and provide education to peers and staff regarding any issues
- Provide education and counseling to patients and families
- Prepare morbidity and mortality monthly reports
General Surgery Physician Assistant
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
09.2002 - 11.2003
- Duties included first assisting in all surgical cases with primary focus on general surgery
- Conducting daily rounds and performing history and physical exams
- Monitoring patients progress, arranging proper discharging plans and completing all discharge summaries and related paperwork
General Surgery Physician Assistant
Premier Medical Associates
06.2000 - 07.2002
- Responsibilities included first assisting in all surgical cases, conducting daily hospital rounds and formulating plans of care for patients
- Providing preoperative care and education to patient and family
- Conduct daily office hours, perform office procedures, and attend weekly clinics
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant
Gannon University
Erie, PA08.1999
Skills
- Decades of experience
- Highly skilled in operating room
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong leadership abilities
- Dedicated team member
Timeline
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Physician Assistant
UPMC Hamot, CVTS Flagship
04.2011 - Current
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Physician Assistant
The Heart Center at DuBois Regional Medical Center
12.2003 - 03.2011
General Surgery Physician Assistant
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
09.2002 - 11.2003
General Surgery Physician Assistant
Premier Medical Associates
06.2000 - 07.2002
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant
Gannon University
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