Amanda Befferman
Physician Assistant Certified at ROCKY MOUNTAIN SENIOR CARE- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Physician Assistant Colorado State License
Colorado Medical BoardFeb, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Nationally Certified Physician Assistant
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Jan, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
ACLS
American Heart Association | American Stroke AssociationJun, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
BCLS
American Heart Association | American Stroke AssociationJun, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
HIPAA
HIPAA TrainingMay, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
Infection Control
Infection controlMay, 2014- Oct, 2024
Experience
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ROCKY MOUNTAIN SENIOR CARE
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United States
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Medical Practices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Physician Assistant Certified
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Mar 2022 - Present
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat transitional care, long-term care, and assisted living patients • Collaborate with nursing staff to establish comprehensive care plans • Promptly respond to critical care scenarios and treat acute conditions • Manage a multitude of chronic conditions • Psychiatric comanagement • Post-operative and pre-operative care. Pain management and wound care. • Minimize re-hospitalizations with thorough clinical examination and preventative care measures • Work closely with interdisciplinary team to create complex discharge plans with appropriate follow up Show less
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Rocky Mountain Family Practice
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United States
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Medical Practices
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1 - 100 Employee
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Physician Assistant Certified
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Jun 2019 - Feb 2022
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat transitional care and long-term care patients • Collaborate with nursing staff to establish comprehensive care plans • Promptly respond to critical care scenarios and treat acute conditions • Manage a multitude of chronic conditions • Post-operative and pre-operative care. Pain management and wound care. • Minimize re-hospitalizations with thorough clinical examination and preventative care measures • Work closely with interdisciplinary team to create complex discharge plans with appropriate follow up Show less
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Northwell Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Physician Assistant Certified
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Mar 2017 - Jun 2019
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute medical and surgical patients • Dependable provider in rapid response, critical care, and code scenarios • Piloted unit-based advanced care provider practice on a dedicated medical/surgical unit • Chosen initiate for structured interdisciplinary bedside rounding leading to improved HCAPS scores on a medical/surgical unit • Manage acute and chronic conditions in an inpatient medicine setting • Work closely with interdisciplinary team to create complex discharge plans with appropriate follow up • Facilitate thorough and efficient medical care while improving length of stay • Perform medical procedures at bedside, such as midline insertion, Foley catheter insertion, NGT placement, and so on Show less
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Hospital for Special Surgery
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Clerical Associate
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Oct 2013 - Jul 2014
• Provided patient education and treatment management planning • Reviewed patient’s radiological tests for pathology • Observed orthopedic procedures and patient treatment progress over time • Processed insurance billing and coding • Obtained pre-authorization for medical procedures and orthopedic surgeries • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding the exchange of medical records and patient health information • Collected patient copays, deductibles, and insurance balances • Provided patient education and treatment management planning • Reviewed patient’s radiological tests for pathology • Observed orthopedic procedures and patient treatment progress over time • Processed insurance billing and coding • Obtained pre-authorization for medical procedures and orthopedic surgeries • Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding the exchange of medical records and patient health information • Collected patient copays, deductibles, and insurance balances
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CVS Pharmacy
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United States
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead Pharmacy Technician
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Feb 2007 - Jan 2014
• Assisted patients with medication management • Experienced with pharmaceutical drug interactions• Trained new employees to follow store’s policies and procedures• Coached staff for better work flow• Processed prescriptions through prescription insurance• Functioned under close supervision of a pharmacist• Adhered to state pharmaceutical laws and regulations• Managed prescription drug and medical supply inventory
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Cosmetician
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Aug 2006 - Feb 2007
• Educated patrons on appropriate skin care• Managed inventory of cosmetics and skin care products• Organized planograms for cosmetics and skin care products
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Atlantic Dermatology
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Physician Assistant Shadowing
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Mar 2013 - May 2013
• Identified various skin lesions and morphology • Observed history taking, skin exams, diagnosis, procedures, and management of dermatological conditions • Identified various skin lesions and morphology • Observed history taking, skin exams, diagnosis, procedures, and management of dermatological conditions
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Education
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2014 - 2016
Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies
Master of Science (MS), Physician Assistant Studies -
2007 - 2011
Molloy College
Bachelor's degree, Biology, General
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