Renee Funk
Pierz
Summary
Dedicated Physician Assistant with 16 years of experience in a dynamic Level I Trauma Center, collaborating effectively within a large physician group. Expertise in delivering emergency care under stringent time constraints and thriving in high-pressure situations. Proven ability to assess and treat urgent and emergent medical conditions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of care while fostering a compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Wapiti
Alexandria, MN
06.2026 - Current
Physician Assistant
Central MN Emergency Physicians (Now EPPA-since 7/2016
St Cloud, MN
03.2015 - Current
- Treated diverse medical conditions and injuries in a high-volume level II Trauma Center, collaborating with PAs and physicians to provide comprehensive care.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop effective treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Analyzed test results and examination information to accurately diagnose illnesses and diseases.
- Improved patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic bedside manner.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery and outcomes.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Appropriately documented patient histories, exams and treatment courses.
Physician Assistant
Family Medical Center
Little Falls, MN
05.2010 - 10.2010
- Examined and treated patients in a clinical setting after hours for acute medical injuries and illnesses, providing timely care and support.
Physician Assistant
Mid-Minnesota Family Practice Center (now renamed Family Health Center)
St Cloud, MN
11.1999 - 05.2004
- Examined and treated patients in a busy, teaching clinical setting, caring for urgent patients with acute medical conditions and illnesses.
Physician Assistant
St Joseph's Medical Center
Brainerd, MN
10.2001 - 01.2004
- Examined and treated patients with a variety of medical conditions and injuries, under strict time constraints, in the Emergency Department, working along with two other Emergency Physicians.
Physician Assistant
Buffalo Hospital
Buffalo, MN
01.1999 - 10.2002
- Examined and treated patients in a busy Urgent Care, in a hospital setting, in conjunction with the Emergency Department.
- Occasionally, assisted in examining and treating patients in the Emergency Department in concurrence with one other Emergency Medicine Physician.
Education
Certificate - Physician Assistant Program
Augsburg College
Minneapolis, MN, USA01-1998
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
University of Minnesota
Duluth, MN, USA01-1995
Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient focused care
- Skilled in assessing patients and ordering appropriate diagnostic lab tests and imaging to further investigate patient conditions
- Experienced in providing patient diagnoses under strict time constraints
- Skilled in performing minor procedures to treat medical conditions as needed
- Competent in prescribing appropriate courses of treatment, including pharmaceutical medications
- Patient management
- Suturing
- Patient history documentation
- Educating patients
- Medical diagnosis
- Interpreting laboratory results
Affiliations
- Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants (MAPA)
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
Certification
- MN Board Certified for 16 years.
- NCCPA Certified for 16 years.
- DEA Licensed for 16 years.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
- In process of obtaining Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- In process of obtaining Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS)
Community Service
Volunteer to assist the school nurse, at local Catholic Elementary School, performing head lice checks.
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Wapiti
06.2026 - Current
Physician Assistant
Central MN Emergency Physicians (Now EPPA-since 7/2016
03.2015 - Current
Physician Assistant
Family Medical Center
05.2010 - 10.2010
Physician Assistant
St Joseph's Medical Center
10.2001 - 01.2004
Physician Assistant
Mid-Minnesota Family Practice Center (now renamed Family Health Center)
11.1999 - 05.2004
Physician Assistant
Buffalo Hospital
01.1999 - 10.2002
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
University of Minnesota
Certificate - Physician Assistant Program
Augsburg College