Christie Buffington
Kennesaw,GA
Summary
Seasoned Medical Assistant with deep knowledge in managing medical operations, coordinating patient care, and enhancing healthcare outcomes. Strong ability to supervise and train staff, coupled with skills in electronic health records management and patient education. Demonstrated success at fostering collaborative environments while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency. Committed to improving overall patient experiences through competent leadership and quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Medical Assistant
Advanced Urology
Marietta, GA
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Participated actively in continuing education programs relevant to my role as a Lead Medical Assistant.
- Assisted in organizing laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures.
- Reviewed patients' medical histories prior to their visits to ensure accuracy of information provided by the physician.
- Supervised and trained medical staff on proper procedures for patient intake, examinations and treatments.
Certified Medical Assistant
Wellstar Cardiovascular
Canton, GA
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Check patients in using EMR (Epic), obtain vitals, EKG's, phlebotomy, assist with small office procedures, call in medication refills, obtain prior authorizations, order lab test and procedures, schedule appointments and procedures
Certified Medical Assistant
Northside Cardiovascular Institute
11.2018 - 04.2022
- 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
Certified Medical Assistant
The Longstreet Clinic P.C
Gainesville, GA
05.2015 - 11.2018
- Check patients in using EMR(Epic), obtain vitals, injections, phlebotomy, IV's, assist with small office procedures, call in medication refills, obtain prior authorizations, order office supplies, check out patients, order lab test and procedures
Education
Pre Nursing -
06.2003
Medical Assistant -
12.1998
Skills
- Leadership skills, Training skills
- Phlebotomy skills, IV skills
- Injections
- Minor office procedures
- EKG's
- X-rays
- Scheduling
- Triage, Call Center
- Prior authorizations
- EMR, EPIC, ECW, CERNER
- Well-versed in LTD and STD disability claims
- FLMA claims
- Workman compensation claims
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Spreadsheets
Accomplishments
- Rookie of the year - Portamedic
- DOT Drug screen certified
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Lead Medical Assistant - Advanced Urology
12.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Medical Assistant - Wellstar Cardiovascular
04.2022 - 12.2023
Certified Medical Assistant - Northside Cardiovascular Institute
11.2018 - 04.2022
Certified Medical Assistant - The Longstreet Clinic P.C
05.2015 - 11.2018
North Georgia College and State University - Pre Nursing,
North Georgia Technical College - Medical Assistant,
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