JOSE OMAR ALLENDE ESCALERA
San Juan
Summary
As a recent graduate of Pavia Hospital in Arecibo, I am eager to embark on my journey as a Medical Doctor, bringing enthusiasm, dedication, and a strong foundation in medical knowledge and clinical skills. With a passion for patient-care and a commitment to lifelong learning, I am poised to contribute positively to a healthcare team. My clinical rotations have equipped me with hands-on experience in various specialties, refine my ability to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with compassion and empathy. I am eager to apply my education and skills in a professional setting, where I can continue to grow and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those entrusted to my care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Provider with supervision of a MD
Medical Intership Hospital Pavia Arecibo
2023.06 - 2024.06
- As a medical intern, I am in charge of collecting medical history, examining patient and making treatment recommendation, performing intubations and sutures
- I perform these duties under the supervision of an attending
- In addition, I work 24 hrs shifts every 5 days where I am in charge of carrying out urgent examinations, resolve medical emergency, placing diagnostic orders and treatments and keeping the patient families informed.
- Delivered targeted follow-up care for continued patient monitoring.
- Kept detailed, accurate patient notes for thorough medical records.
- Performed physical exams on patients, continuously communicating patient needs and comfort levels.
- Ordered diagnostic tests to gather data about patient conditions and inform treatment planning.
- Referred patients for specialist care in partner facilities.
Physician Assistant
Northeast Corp at Caribe Medical Plaza
2019.01 - 2019.06
- During this time I assisted with administrative task such as answering call, scheduling appointments and organizing patient record
- Additionally, I was in charge of the first interaction with patient such as taking vital and documenting the medications they were taking
- I had the opportunity to participate in several health fairs for the city of Vega Baja.
- Recorded patients' vital signs at periodic intervals, following clinical procedure and taking legible and consistent notes.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms to keep to schedule and complete full list of daily appointments.
- Performed basic surgical procedures to collect tissue samples or remove cysts or deliver wound care.
Student co-assisting
Xavier University School of Medicine
2016.08 - 2018.08
- Participated in 'Act of Kindness' walks to encourage a healthy lifestyle for a foundation supporting those affected by Down Syndrome and a foundation that provides free art classes to school children in Aruba
- Participated in health fairs to educate underserved communities in Aruba on certain disease prevention techniques
- I offered screenings and assessments of blood pressure and cardiovascular health to help attendees get on track to their healthier self while explaining the need for follow-up care to ensure access to regular health care services
- The lessons I learned helped prepare me for my clinical rotations as I gained valuable conversational skills when discussing medical issues with attendees.
Physician Assistant
Haiti stands up
2018.05 - 2018.05
- A group of General Surgeon, Orthopedic, Urology and Internal went to Carrefour, Haiti to do community work
- There I was in charge of the first interaction with the patient such as vital signs, medical history, physical examination and medical clearance for surgery with the supervision of a train Surgeon.
- Reviewed patient medical history, verbally collecting information about current symptoms and overall wellness.
- Gave patient injections and removed stitches to promote healing.
Shadowing
Institute Endourology and Urology of the North
2014.01 - 2015.08
- I was in my bachelor degree and had the opportunity to due some shodowing with the doctor
- I was able to take history and physical examination.
Physician shadowing
Emergency deparment at Dr Susoni hospital
2012.12 - 2014.04
- As an emergency medicine concierge, I took requests from hospital guests to make them feel welcome
- I was also fortunate to spend time in the hospital's geriatric department, occasionally accompanying the patients
- This position afforded me the opportunity to improve my communication skills as I interacted with patients from diverse backgrounds
- I quickly learned to listen carefully to requests of the hospital guests who came with their own set of unique needs so that I could relay them to other staff effectively
- Gaining this practical experience in a clinical setting ultimately reinforced my passion for improving others' health and well-being.
Helper
Haiti stands up
2010.09 - 2010.10
- After the 2010 earthquake that impacted the population of Haiti, I volunteer with a group of doctor to go to Haiti to do humanitarian work
- My job was taking vital signs and doing limited physical examination since I was only on my first year of bachelor degree.
Education
Undergraduate - Biochemistry -
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
M.D. -
University of Science And Health of Antigua
Antigua06.2023
Skills
Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical software, telemedicine, electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Soft Skills: communication, leadership, teamwork, attention to detail, problem- solving, clarity and consistency in medical note.
Languages
English
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
Affiliations
- Soccer
- Fishing
- I have interest in Research and Publishing
Certification
ACLS certified, 05/2026
PALS certified, 05/2026
BLS Certified, 05/2026
HIPAA 05/2025
OSHA 05/2025
Timeline
Medical Provider with supervision of a MD
Medical Intership Hospital Pavia Arecibo
2023.06 - 2024.06
Physician Assistant
Northeast Corp at Caribe Medical Plaza
2019.01 - 2019.06
Physician Assistant
Haiti stands up
2018.05 - 2018.05
Student co-assisting
Xavier University School of Medicine
2016.08 - 2018.08
Shadowing
Institute Endourology and Urology of the North
2014.01 - 2015.08
Physician shadowing
Emergency deparment at Dr Susoni hospital
2012.12 - 2014.04
Helper
Haiti stands up
2010.09 - 2010.10
Undergraduate - Biochemistry -
Universidad Interamericana De Puerto Rico
M.D. -
University of Science And Health of Antigua
ACLS certified, 05/2026
PALS certified, 05/2026
BLS Certified, 05/2026
HIPAA 05/2025
OSHA 05/2025
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