Miranda Henderson

Physician Assistant Independent Contractor at Signify Health (2026-07 – Present)

Conduct comprehensive in-home Annual Health Assessments (AHAs)
Obtain detailed medical, surgical, medication, family, and social histories while identifying gaps in preventive care and chronic disease management
Perform comprehensive physical examinations and functional, cognitive, depression, and fall risk assessments
Collect and process point-of-care and laboratory specimens, including blood and urine samples, in accordance with established clinical protocol
Perform diagnostic testing and preventive screening services, including ECG monitor application and patient education for home-based colorectal cancer screening kits
Review and reconcile medications, assess adherence, and identify potential medication-related concerns
Assess and accurately document chronic medical conditions using ICD-10 and HCC coding to support risk adjustment and quality reporting
Educate patients on chronic disease management, preventive health recommendations, medication compliance, and healthy lifestyle modifications
Identify unmet medical and psychosocial needs, evaluate social determinants of health, and coordinate appropriate referrals to primary care providers, specialists, and community resources
Practice autonomously in patients' homes while maintaining a high standard of clinical decision-making, patient safety, and compassionate care

Physician Assistant at Wellstreet Piedmont Urgent Care (2025-02 – 2026-06)

Independently evaluate and manage patients presenting with low to moderate acuity conditions in a high-volume urgent care setting
Perform focused histories and physical examinations to rapidly diagnose and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries
Order, interpret, and act on point-of-care testing, laboratory studies, and imaging to guide clinical decision-making
Perform procedures including laceration repair, incision and drainage, minor joint reductions, wound care, and foreign body removal
Conduct sports physicals, pre-employment evaluations, and workers' compensation visits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
Identify patients requiring higher levels of care, stabilize and arrange transfer to the emergency department
Provide patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, return precautions, and follow-up care
Collaborate with supervising physicians and clinic staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care

Physician Assistant at Aiken Regional Medical Centers Emergency Department (2023-10 – 2025-01)

Evaluated and managed patients, medical and traumatic acuity in the emergency department
Performed initial medical screening exams and triage evaluations, initiating diagnostic workups including labs, imaging, and EKGs
Developed and implemented treatment plans for acute, chronic, and emergent conditions
Interpreted diagnostic studies and reassessed patients to guide ongoing management and disposition
Performed procedures including laceration repair, incision and drainage, joint reductions, wound care, and foreign body removal
Coordinated hospital admissions, discharges, and transfers to higher levels of care, including consultation with specialists
Stabilized critically ill or injured patients prior to transfer or definitive care
Documented patient encounters accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, APPs, nursing staff, technicians, and consultants
Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and hospital course

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) at Gold cross (2020-06 – 2023-08)

Responded to emergent calls, providing prehospital emergency medical care in both medical and traumatic situations
Performed patient assessments, obtained vital signs, and gathered medical histories to guide care
Delivered basic life support interventions and assisted with stabilization for transport
Safely operated emergency vehicles and ensured patient safety during transport
Worked collaboratively with law enforcement, fire departments, and receiving hospital teams

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