David A. Rivera Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Fort Liberty, Nc, Us

As a First Lieutenant and Physician Assistant in the Army Reserves, I embody a dual role of medical expertise and military leadership. My responsibilities extend beyond providing top-tier medical care to encompass leading medical teams in various types of environments. In this capacity, I conduct comprehensive physical examinations, diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and assist in surgical procedures. My position as a First Lieutenant has allowed me to develop and refine my leadership skills, particularly in areas of team management, strategic planning, and crisis response. I take pride in mentoring and guiding junior medical staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient team dynamic. My role is pivotal in ensuring the health and readiness of soldiers, demonstrating my unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care and my dedication to serving my country.

New York, Ny, Us

Manage medical/surgical/trauma patients in an Adult Level 1 Trauma Center. Perform appropriate physical exams, order and evaluate results of diagnostic and screening procedures. Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and infection management. Admit patients to hospital for surgical or medical inpatient care.

Assisted in planning, organizing, and coordinating unit medical operations; advised the Chief Medical Officer, Medical Operations Officer and the Medical NCOIC on the current and future medical consults and medical supply requests. Provided quality assurance on medical records to ensure data was complete and accurate for IG inspection. Assisted in MEPCOM laboratory conducted blood draw, drug screen, and other medical screening for applicants attempting to join the Armed Forces.

Washington, Dc, Us

5-week Internal Medicine rotation. Worked alongside medical students, interns, residents and attending physicians. Gathered medical data and making tentative assessments and plans for the management of patients.

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5-week Psychiatry Rotation. Obtained history of present illness and medical history of psychiatric patients entering the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP).

Bronx, Ny, Us

5-week Emergency Medicine Rotation. Obtained history of present illness/ injury, medical history and physical exam of patients. Interpreted x-rays and electrocardiograms. Incised and drained cutaneous abscesses. Sutured and stapled lacerations.

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5-week General Surgery Rotation. First Assist in various surgical procedures (Gastric Bypass, Laparoscopic cholecystectomy/ appendectomy, mastectomy). Monitored post-operative, in-hospital patients' condition and progress. Presented patient cases during surgical rounds. Advised and educated patients regarding the prevention of post-operative complications.

Brooklyn, New York, Us

Worked along-side a Gerontologist in a family practice and a long term care facility as part of my Geriatric rotation. Was required to take a detailed medical history, and focused physical examinations on 10-15 patients daily.

New York, Ny, Us

Making the care process as manageable and stress-free as possible for patients as is part of the mission at HSS. A patient care assistant, I treated our patients and their families with the respect they deserve. Acted as the main point of contact throughout their time with HSS, I assist staff nurses in developing patient care plans, monitoring changes in patient conditions, supporting admission and discharge processes and making the overall experience for everyone involved as smooth as possible.

New York, Ny, Us

Assists with the transportation of patients, equipment and related materials upon request or inaccordance with Hand and Foot Center. Ensure patient safety and proper positioning for surgery. Assists in positioning patients for anesthetic blocks and surgical procedures under guidance ofanesthesiologist and RN. Help with the set-up of the operating room prior to surgery. Maintains clean and hazard-free environment at all times. Cleans unit equipment, such as scope cart, IV poles, stretches, monitors, countertops, and overbed tables.

Participated directly in the medical clearing of Mobilizing and Demobilization of over 10, 000 Soldiers.

Provided medical support to the Owyhee Indian Reservation by setting up health fairs and teaching basic health care and nutrition. Helped with the accreditation of their medical clinic.

New York, Ny, Us

Responsibilities: Answering phones and providing information, taking messages, or redirecting to the appropriate person. Assisted with verifying Operating Room patient scheduling for insurance purposes. Maintained a cooperative and professional relationship with office and clinical staff.

Instructed and trained Army medics who were deploying in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom; Ensured medics were trained in CPR, EMT, and Combat Medical Skills.

Worked in the Emergency Department of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. Responsible for taking patients demographic information, along with medical history and vitals. Initiated I.Vs and drew blood. Treated wounds and injuries, but mainly helped transport battlefield soldiers flown in to either OR or ICU.

Worked full-time as a medical assistant where I performed various tasks: taking vital signs, medical history, phlebotomy and collected various other specimens for testing. Performed EKG and CV profiler for patients with cardiovascular concerns. Initiated allergy skin test, and monitor patients closely. Maintained and organized medical records for over 500 charts.

Completed 178 contact hours for the Army Trauma Training ProgramWorked in the Emergency Department providing assistant with patients by draw blood work, initiating I.Vs, and providing medical intervention when needed. Exposed to operating room and intensive care procedures.

Worked in the Vincenza Army Health Clinic by taking patients medical history and vitals; phlebotomy, and organized patient records.

Diploma Of Education, Basic Officer Leader

Master'S Degree, Physician Assistant

Bachelor’S Degree, Anthropolgy/ Biology/ Chemistry

Medical Assistant Certificate, Medical/Clinical Assistant

Military Occupational Specialty, Healthcare Specialist