1. JILLIAN R. RANKER, MSPAS
130 Woodhaven Drive, Jeannette, PA 15644
jrranker@gmail.com • (724) 244–5896
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Motivated, responsible physician assistant seeking challenging opportunity to facilitate
growth of career
• Personable, empathetic and enthusiastic provider experienced with numerous patient
demographics and proven track record of establishing meaningful relationships with all
patients
• Adaptable, committed team player trained in a variety of health care settings, such as
hospitals, private outpatient offices, medical clinics, and patient centered medical homes
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies Ÿ July 2016
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
GPA: 3.55
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience with Minor in Dance & Movement Studies Ÿ May 2013
Allegheny College, Meadville, PA
GPA: 3.64, Cum Laude
Study Abroad, South Africa Ÿ May 2011
Allegheny College, Meadville PA
CLINICAL ROTATIONS
(2015 – 2016)
Family Medicine Kennedy Health Alliance Marlton, NJ
Pediatrics Children’s Health Center, Inc. Tampa, FL
Prenatal/GYN Conemaugh Women’s Center Johnstown, PA
Emergency Medicine Inspira Medical Center Woodbury, NJ
Internal Medicine La Red Health Center Georgetown, PA
General Surgery Excela Health General Surgery Greensburg, PA
Behavioral Medicine Belmont Behavioral Hospital Philadelphia, PA
Dermatology (elective) Tri-State Dermatology Smithfield, PA
Alpha Dermatology Sellersville, PA
SUMMARY OF SKILLS:
• Histories and physical exam – managed, diagnosed, and treated many varying populations
including neonate, pediatric, adult, geriatric, special needs, behavioral, and pregnant patients in
inpatient, outpatient, and operative settings
• Performed routine medical procedures –IM/SQ/intradermal injections, incision and drainage,
biopsying, suturing/stapling, electrocautery, IV insertion, venipuncture, foley catheter placement,
intubation, splinting, and pelvic exams with microscopy
• First assistant in general surgery – supported surgeons while performing open and laparoscopic
procedures, including dermatologic and bariatric surgeries

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RELATED HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE
Physical Therapy Aide, Bradley Physical Therapy, Inc., Washington, PA Ÿ 2013-2014
• Provided information to patients by answering questions and requests, allaying fears
• Helped treat patients by applying heat packs and paraffin dips and assisting patients into whirlpool
• Monitored patients’ technique and motion on exercise equipment and measured their mobility
• Assisted patients in performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques
Home Health Aide, Community Home Health Care, Greensburg, PA Ÿ 2012-2013
• Provided health care tasks, took vitals, and performed personal hygiene services
• Assisted in housekeeping tasks and other related support services essential to the patient’s health
• Observed, recorded and reported all changes in consumer’s health to supervisor
• Demonstrated competence in performing necessary skills
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Physician Assistant Studies Research Practicum Ÿ 2016
“Dance/Movement Therapy as a Treatment for Depression in Students”
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Senior Comprehensive Research Project Ÿ 2013
“Effects of Repeated vs. Acute Carbon Dioxide Exposure on Age-Related Ventilatory Response to
Hypercapnia in Neonatal Mice”
Allegheny College, Department of Neuroscience
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE
• Physician Assistant National Certification Exam (Scheduled August 31, 2016)
• Basic Life Support, 2015
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 2015
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
• American Academy of Physician Assistants, Student Member
• Sara Somers Ruppert Society
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST