Kari Roth
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Saint Alphonsus Heart Care
10.2019 - 09.2023
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate medical assistance during appointments.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, facilitating timely treatment plans and decision making.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Medical Assistant
York Hospital Pediatrics
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Medical Assistant
Florida Urgent and Family Care
03.2016 - 09.2017
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and instruments prior to each appointment, enabling smooth transitions between patients.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Aerospace Medical Service Technician
Air Force Reserve
11.2013 - 11.2016
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive medical support during aerospace missions.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes through meticulous administration of medications and treatment plans.
- Improved efficiency in the medical facility by maintaining accurate records and coordinating with healthcare professionals.
- Provided critical lifesaving interventions during emergency situations, applying knowledge of advanced life support techniques.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations for aviators, guaranteeing flight readiness and reducing mission risk factors.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and infection control within the medical facility, safeguarding against potential health hazards.
- Administered vaccinations to military personnel as part of immunization programs, preventing outbreaks among deployed units.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Nightingale College
12.2023
Skills
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Data Entry and Electronic medical record knowledge
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Flow Management
- Patient-Focused Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Professional Bedside Manner
Certification
Basic Life Support for Heath Care Providers (BLS) -American Heart Association- Expire: August 2025
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Saint Alphonsus Heart Care
10.2019 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant
York Hospital Pediatrics
10.2017 - 09.2019
Medical Assistant
Florida Urgent and Family Care
03.2016 - 09.2017
Aerospace Medical Service Technician
Air Force Reserve
11.2013 - 11.2016
BSN - Nursing
Nightingale College