Katherine Ortiz
Oakland Gardens
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant with exceptional background, handling fast-paced and intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Flexible and versatile with experience in numerous specialties. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction, as well as complying with regulatory and practice standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant (OBGYN)
Northwell Health
Great Neck
05.2025 - Current
- Assist the OB/GYN physician in conducting in-house procedures, including but not limited to ultrasounds, vulva biopsies, IUD insertion and removal, and colposcopies.
- Triage 30+ patients daily by measuring vital signs, while obtaining medical history and other health-related information through detailed and compassionate interviews.
- Oversee the collection and processing of urine, blood, and other biological samples for comprehensive laboratory tests.
- Proficiency in venipuncture.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Medical Assistant (Pulmonary Medicine)
Northwell
01.2022 - Current
- Conducts spirometry, Feno and six-minute walk tests.
- Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation levels.
- Assists in obtaining prior authorizations for biologic medications by reducing approval wait time by 40%
- Maintains and updates patient records ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with HIPPA procedures.
Medical Assistant (Neurology)
Dr. James Liguori
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted in neurological assessments, EEGs, EKGs for diagnosing movement disorders and seizures.
- Performed venipuncture and specimen collection, ensuring proper handling for lab analysis.
- Coordinated patient flow, reducing wait time by 30% through efficient scheduling and preparation.
Medical Assistant (PCP)
Quality Medical Providers
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Conducted phlebotomy, urine analysis, and diagnostic specimen collection for routine patient evaluations.
- Assisted in routine check-ups, immunizations, and chronic disease management.
- Processed insurance claims, referrals, streamlining billing procedures.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Medical Career Training Center
Flushing, NY01.2019
High School Diploma -
Francis Lewis High School
Fresh Meadows, NY01.2014
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Diagnostic testing
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs and examinations
- Pulmonary function tests (pfts)
- Restocking lab supplies
- Compassionate caregiver
- Prior authorization
- Patient triage
- Venipuncture
- Equipment sterilization
- OB/GYN procedures
- Medical terminologies
- Strategic thinking
- Laboratory specimen handling
- Medical billing
- Insurance processing
Timeline
Medical Assistant (OBGYN)
Northwell Health
05.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant (Pulmonary Medicine)
Northwell
01.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant (Neurology)
Dr. James Liguori
01.2020 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant (PCP)
Quality Medical Providers
01.2019 - 01.2020
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Medical Career Training Center
High School Diploma -
Francis Lewis High School