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Jake Summerford Pa-C

Area Clinical Operations Director at Piedmont Urgent Care

Jake Summerford, PA-C has a diverse work experience in the healthcare field. Jake is currently working at Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet as the Area Clinical Operations Director, a position they started in August 2021. Prior to that, they worked as a Physician Assistant at the same organization from January 2021 to August 2021.

From 2016 to 2020, Jake served as a Physician Assistant, Lead at Gwinnett Urgent Care. Additionally, they worked as a Physician Assistant at Northside Hospital from June 2016 to February 2017.

Before their roles as a Physician Assistant, Jake gained experience at United Allergy Services. From May 2012 to May 2013, they worked as a Quality Assurance Specialist, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures. Jake also served as a Training Specialist from May 2011 to May 2012, where they assisted in implementing new clinics and labs, trained clinical specialists, and verified patient insurance. Jake conducted allergy tests, prepared allergy immunotherapy medication, and provided patient education.

Overall, Jake Summerford, PA-C has held various positions in healthcare organizations, demonstrating expertise in clinical operations, patient care, training, and quality assurance.

Jake Summerford, PA-C completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from The University of Georgia. Jake attended this institution from 2007 to 2010. Later, Jake pursued a Master's degree in Physician Assistant from Augusta University, where they studied from 2013 to 2015.

In terms of additional certifications, Jake obtained Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association | American Stroke Association in April 2022. Jake also became DOT Certified by NRCME in June 2018. While the information provided does not specify the exact month and year, Jake is identified as a Certified Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

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  • Area Clinical Operations Director

    August, 2021 - present

  • Physician Assistant

    January, 2021