Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
Christie Buffington

Christie Buffington

Kennesaw,GA

Summary

Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background over twenty-seven years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Atrium Floyd
06.2024 - Current
  • Check patients in using EMR(Epic), obtain vitials, injections, phlebotomy, assist with small office procedures, DOT physicals/drug screens, call in medication refills, obtain prior authorizations, check out patients, order lab test and procedures

Lead Medical Assistant

12.2023 - 06.2024
  • Run and maintain clinic flow, Check patients in using EMR (ECW) obtain vitals, place and remove catheters, assist with small office procedures, call in medication refills, obtain prior authorizations, order lab test and procedures, schedule appointments and surgeries

Medical Assistant

Northside Cardiovascular Institute
06.2021 - 12.2023
  • Check patients in using EMR(Cerner), obtain vitals, EKG’s , phlebotomy, IV’s, assist with small office procedures, call in medication refills, obtain prior authorizations, complete STD forms, complete FLMA forms, order lab test and procedures, schedule appointments and procedures

Medical Assistant

Gainesville City Board Education
11.2018 - 01.2021
  • Check in students, vitals, administer medication, hearing and vision screens, GRITS, maintain daily and monthly logs, order supplies

Medical Assistant

The Longstreet Clinic P.C
Gainesville, GA
05.2015 - 11.2018
  • Check patients in using EMR(Epic), obtain vitials, injections, phlebotomy, IV’s, assist with small office procedures, call in medication refills, obtain prior authorizations, order office supply’s, check out patients, order lab test and procedures

Unit Assistant

NGHS
Gainesville, GA
03.2012 - 01.2014
  • All phlebotomy (lab asst); maintained mother/baby area, registration of all new mothers and newborns, GRITS, handled call station, customer service, performed hearing screening on all newborns, heel sticks for genetic testing of newborns

Registered Medical Assistant

The Longstreet Clinic P.C
Gainesville, GA
03.2004 - 03.2011
  • Check patients in using EMR, obtain vitials, injections, phlebotomy, IV’s, assist with small office procedures, call in medication refills, obtain prior authorizations, order office supply’s, check out patients, order lab test and procedures

Education

Healthcare Information Mgmt -

Colorado Christian University, Lakewood, CO
11.2024

Pre Nursing -

North Georgia, Oakwood, GA
06.2003

Medical Assistant -

North Georgia Technical College, Clarkesville, GA
12.1998

Skills

  • Multi-talented
  • Detail oriented
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Leadership skills
  • IV skills
  • Phlebotomy skills
  • Injections
  • Minor office procedures
  • EKG’s
  • X-rays
  • Scheduling
  • Triage
  • Prior authorizations
  • EMR
  • EPIC
  • ECW
  • Excellent decision making skills
  • Team player
  • Self motivated
  • Well versed in LTD and STD disability claims
  • FLMA claims
  • Workman compensation claims
  • Catheter change and preparation

Accomplishments

  • Rookie of the year- Portamedic
  • DOT Drug screen certified

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Medical Assistant - Atrium Floyd
06.2024 - Current
Lead Medical Assistant -
12.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Assistant - Northside Cardiovascular Institute
06.2021 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant - Gainesville City Board Education
11.2018 - 01.2021
Medical Assistant - The Longstreet Clinic P.C
05.2015 - 11.2018
Unit Assistant - NGHS
03.2012 - 01.2014
Registered Medical Assistant - The Longstreet Clinic P.C
03.2004 - 03.2011
Colorado Christian University - Healthcare Information Mgmt,
North Georgia - Pre Nursing,
North Georgia Technical College - Medical Assistant,

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