Samantha O.
About Samantha O.
Samantha O. is a Senior Emergency Department Physician Assistant at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State University and a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Chatham University.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Samantha O. has been employed as a Senior Physician Assistant in the Emergency Department at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since September 2019. In this role, she provides critical care and support to pediatric patients in emergency situations. Her responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, performing medical procedures, and collaborating with medical teams to ensure effective treatment plans.
Education and Expertise
Samantha O. completed her Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health at Penn State University in May 2017. She furthered her education by earning a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Chatham University, graduating in 2019. This educational background equips her with a strong foundation in health sciences and patient care, essential for her role in the emergency department.
Background
Samantha O. has a diverse work history that began with her role as Shift Lead at Dairy Queen from 2010 to 2013. She also served as PA State President and PA District 3 Officer at DECA Inc. from 2011 to 2013. In the healthcare field, she worked as a Caregiver Intern at Home Instead Senior Care from 2014 to 2015 and as a Patient Care Technician at Allegheny Health Network from 2016 to 2018.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current position, Samantha O. gained valuable healthcare experience through various roles. She interned as a Sports Medicine Summer Intern at Allegheny Health Network in 2015. Her early experiences in customer service and leadership roles, combined with her healthcare internships, have contributed to her skills in patient interaction and emergency care.