Krista M. Wert has extensive education and clinical experience to work as a physician assistant. She holds a Master of Physician Assistant Studies and Master of Public Health from the University of Florida. Her clinical rotations included surgery, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has worked as a patient care assistant and teaching assistant. Wert also has research experience in public health topics and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and as a CNA. She is involved in professional associations and seeks to utilize her skills and education as a physician assistant.

1. Krista M. Wert
8646 Port Said St. Orlando, FL, 32817
(407) 325-9590
kmwert806@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Masterof Physician Assistant Studies
June 2015
University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL
Masterof Public Health
August 2013
Concentration: Social and Behavioral Science
University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions, Gainesville, FL
GPA: 4.0/4.0
Bachelor of Health Science
May 2012
University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions, Gainesville, FL
GPA 3.75/4.0
Cum Laude
Financed 100% of college tuition with Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
HONORS/SCHOLARSHIPS
University of Florida
2014 UF Medical Grant
2008-2012 Florida Bright Futures Merit Scholarship
CLINICAL ROTATIONS
General Surgery- December 2014
Holmes Regional Medical Center, Melbourne, FL
 First assisted in open abdominal and laparoscopic procedures, including
cholecystectomy, appendectomy, bowel resection, and hernia repairs.
 Participated in pre-operative and post-operative rounding in hospital and outpatient
trauma clinic
Intensive Care Medicine- January 2015
Holmes Regional Medical Center, Melbourne, FL
 First assisted in bedside and operating room procedures such as percutaneous
tracheostomy, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.
 Participated in chest tube removal, drain removal, wound closure, and wound care.
 Participated in ATLS protocol in the trauma bay.
Emergency Medicine- scheduled for March 2015
UF Health, Gainesville, FL
General Trauma and Orthopedic trauma- scheduled for June 2015
Holmes Regional Medical Center, Melbourne, FL

2. Krista M. Wert
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
Patient Care Assistant, UF Health at the University of Florida
June 2012- August 2013
Gainesville, FL
 Assisted nurses with routine procedures for cardiovascular intermediate care
and telemetry unit
 Recorded vitals, blood glucose monitoring, fluid measurement, catheter care,
etc.
 Maintained outstanding patient care for a floor capacity of 36 patients
 Served as preceptor for multiple new trainees
 Received several Customer Service is Key recognitions
Teaching Assistant, University of Florida
August 2012- December 2012
Gainesville, FL
 Facilitated Leadership Skills and Styles in Healthcare class in the Bachelors of
Health Science Program
 Organized assignments, answered student inquiries, graded activities
Intern, Orlando Regional Medical Center Hospital and Adult Outpatient Orthopedic Unit
May 2011- August 2011
Orlando, FL
 Viewed multiple surgeries and pre/post-operation clinic appointments
 Provided assistance to physicians, physician assistants, and nurses
 Tended to patients when necessary
 Sharpened skills in analytical observation, gained firsthand knowledge of
hospital setting
Corporate Services Specialist, QMedRx, Inc.
May-August 2008, May 2009-2010
Maitland, FL
 Communicated and helped prepare Lyme disease patients for their daily
procedures
 Assisted with medical nursing equipment and IV ceftriaxone
CERTIFICATIONS
BLS Certification, Issue date: 04/28/2014, Expiration date: 04/28/2016
ACLS Certification, Issue date: 04/28/2014, Expiration date: 04/28/2016
CNA Certification, Issue date: 06/31/2012, Expiration date: 12/31/13
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
2012- present: American Academy of Physician Assistants, Student Member
2013- present: Florida Academy of Physician Assistants, Student Member
PUBLIC HEALTH EXPERIENCE AND PROJECTS

3. Krista M. Wert
Student Researcher, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
May 2014-August 2014
An Investigation of UF campus climate and Students’ Experiences with Victimization
 Developed a quantitative survey and qualitative key informant interview guide
to assess facilitators and barriers to student health access.
 Conducted key informant interviews and observation studies to develop
recommendations and strategies to de-stigmatize student mental health
services.
Student Researcher, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
August 2012- December 2012
Promoting Hookah Prevention among College-Aged Students
 Developed an educational program directed at changing attitudes on hookah
use via the PRECEDE-PROCEED planning model
 Developed a health communications campaign to promote alternative tobacco
use among the target population
 Conducted an expert panel focus group in order to assess the testing materials
for the campaign
Student Researcher, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
May 2012- August 2012
Assessing Barriers to Cancer Screening in Persons with Disabilities
 Designed a survey and focus group script, and actively recruited participants
 Moderated, recorded, and transcribed focus group and surveys
 Coded and analyzed quantitative and qualitative data using SPSS, NVivo
Student Researcher, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
January 2012- April 2012
Barriers to Care among the Elderly Latino Population
 Conducted a thorough literature review on the target behavior and population
 Developed a conceivable qualitative study based on the gaps in the literature
review
 Devised a theoretical framework to formulate the focus group script
Student Representative, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
August 2012- December 2012, October 2014
AHEC Tobacco Training and Cessation-Initial Training (ATTAC-IT)
 Taught and delivered effective evidence-based tobacco use treatment,
cessation, and prevention services to middle school students
 Interacted with children using teaching aids and leadership skills to provide
health education
EXTRACURRICULAR
Member, Public Health Student Association August 2011- August 2013
Member, Pre-Physician Assistant Association January 2010- December 2012