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Kathie (Huncosky) Bollenbach

Kathie (Huncosky) Bollenbach

Physician Assistant
Edenton,NC

Summary

Highly motivated, easy going, team-oriented and compassionate Physician Assistant with24 years of direct out-patient experience in family practice, urgent care, and emergency department settings. Proficient in diagnosis and treatment of injuries and acute and chronic illnesses in patients of all ages. Also skillful in building rapport with patients, families and colleagues. I have enjoyed great relationships with past supervising physicians and respect my role as part of the health care team. Prior to leaving Wisconsin, I was nominated and received the 2013 Wisconsin PA of the Year Award This award is presented yearly by the Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants and is based on recommendations by colleagues and patients, and community involvement.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

ECU Medical Center
04.2019 - Current
  • 13 bed ER with 24h physician coverage and 12h mid-level coverage. Yearly census 40,000
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases..
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from acute and chronic conditions.
  • Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
  • Evaluated patients and documented medical histories.

Primary Care Physician Assistant

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center
04.2017 - 04.2019
  • Sole provider in new clinic start up.
  • Grew this clinic to 35 patients daily with in-house pharmacy and mental health services.
  • Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
  • Consulted and coordinated patient care with other physicians, pharmacists and specialists.
  • Administered or prescribed treatments.
  • Analyzed test results and examination information for accurate patient diagnosis.
  • Community public speaking and patient education classes (diabetes, smoking cessation)

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

ECU Medical Center
12.2013 - 04.2017
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from acute and chronic conditions.
  • Rapidly analyzed and responded to critical situations such as cardiovascular, abdominal, and neurological in emergency situations.
  • Evaluated patients and documented medical histories.
  • Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.

Primary Care Physician Assistant

Community Memorial Hospital
07.2009 - 12.2013
  • Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
  • Managed 20 -34 patients daily
  • Completed thorough patient examination for symptoms and physical information
  • Administered or prescribed treatments.
  • Analyzed test results and examination information for accurate patient diagnosis.
  • Consulted and coordinated patient care with other physicians, pharmacists and specialists.
  • Reviewed patient records, medications and immunization statuses.
  • Referred patients to medical specialists for consultant services when necessary for patient's well-being.

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant

Advanced Care Providers, Inc.
03.2004 - 12.2013

While employed full-time in a Primary Care Clinic setting, I provided weekend ED and Urgent Care services. I was credentialed at 10 hospitals and health centers throughout Wisconsin

  • Langlade Memorial Hospital - UC, Antigo, WI
  • Shawano Medical Center - ED, Shawano, WI
  • St. Clare's Hospital - ED, Weston, WI
  • Marshfield Medical Clinic - Minocqua, WI
  • Marshfield Medical Clinic - Merrill, WI
  • Good Samaritan Hospital - ED, Merrill, WI
  • St. Mary's Hospital, ED, Rhinelander, Wi
  • St. Michael's Hospital - ED, Stevens Point, WI
  • Divine Savior Medical Center - ED, Portage, WI
  • UW-Healthcare - Walk In, Merrill, WI


Primary Care Physician Assistant

Northern Health Centers
09.1999 - 07.2009
  • Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
  • Consulted and coordinated patient care with other physicians, pharmacists and specialists.
  • Administered or prescribed treatments.
  • Analyzed test results and examination information for accurate patient diagnosis.

Clinical Director

Northern Health Centers, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
  • Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans enabling facility to meet budgetary and quality assurance goals.
  • Developed an interactive relationship with adjoining dental clinic with shared resources
  • Public speaking at local, state and national events.

Education

Masters of Medical Science - Physician Assistant Studies

Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL
09.1999

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry / Biology

University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
Green Bay, WI
05.1997

Skills

  • Slit Lamp
  • Central Lines
  • Intubation
  • Implanon Insertion/Removal
  • Colposcopy
  • Endometrial Biopsy
  • IUD
  • Splinting/Casting
  • Intubation
  • Suturing
  • Fracture Reduction

Accomplishments

  • 2013 Wisconsin Physician Assistant of the Year
  • Publication: Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, 1999 Prozialeck, W.C., Pitts, T. S., Huncosky, K.E., Lamar, P. C. , Kasimos, J.N., mayer, A.M.S., and Niewenjuis, R.J. (1999 Experimental Biology Meeting.) Cadmium induced lung injury in mice: evidence for specific increase in the permeability of alveolar epithelial cell-cell junctions. FASEB J. 13:A549, 1999

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS

Volunteer/Mission Service


2002  June - August, Hillside Clinic, Punta Gorda, Belize

2004  Lutherans in Medical Missions - Juarez, Mexico

2005  Lutherans in Medical Missions - Juarez, Mexico

2006  Hearts for Honduras

2007  Lutherans in Medical Missions - Juarez, Mexico

2009  Lutherans in Medical Missions - Juarez Mexico

2019  International Medical Relief - Bahamas - Hurricane Dorian

Timeline

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

ECU Medical Center
04.2019 - Current

Primary Care Physician Assistant

Roanoke Chowan Community Health Center
04.2017 - 04.2019

Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

ECU Medical Center
12.2013 - 04.2017

Primary Care Physician Assistant

Community Memorial Hospital
07.2009 - 12.2013

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant

Advanced Care Providers, Inc.
03.2004 - 12.2013

Clinical Director

Northern Health Centers, Inc
01.2004 - 01.2008

Primary Care Physician Assistant

Northern Health Centers
09.1999 - 07.2009

Masters of Medical Science - Physician Assistant Studies

Midwestern University

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry / Biology

University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
Kathie (Huncosky) BollenbachPhysician Assistant