Kathrine Buffington
Alamogordo,NM
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 20 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Baptist Heart Specialists, Jacksonville Heart
Jacksonville, Fl
10.2021 - 04.2026
- Assisted healthcare team in patient intake and registration processes.
- Supported physician by preparing examination rooms and assisting during procedures.
- Performed routine administrative tasks, including filing and data entry.
- Empowered patients through education on self-management techniques for chronic conditions.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Supported patient well-being, providing empathetic care and addressing concerns with sensitivity.
Medical Assistant
First Coast Heart And Vascular
Saint Augustine, FL
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Medical Assistant
Florida Cancer Specialists
Palm Coast, FL
01.2014 - 10.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical supplies and equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols by following proper sterilization techniques for medical equipment.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
Education
Medical Assisting (2 YEARS COLLEGE) -
CITY COLLEGE
Orlando, FL04.2004
High School Diploma -
Alamogordo High School
Alamogordo, NM05-1994
Skills
- Emergency care
- Epic
- Managing allied health teams - Largest allied health team managed (16-20 team members)
- Medication administration
- Medical procedure assistance
- EKG
- Phlebotomy
- Medical claims processing
- Patient rooming
- Specimen collection
- Meditech
- Wound care
- Insurance prior authorization
- Family medicine
- Vital signs
- Phone triage
- EMR/EHR
- Subcutaneous (SubQ) medication administration
- Basic life support
- Medical assisting - Medical assistant experience (16-20 years)
- Cardiology
- Cerner
- Working with adult populations
- Intramuscular (IM) medication administration
- Allscripts
- Electronic health records (EHR) management
- Managing patient records
- Medical procedure preparation
Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- RMA
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Baptist Heart Specialists, Jacksonville Heart
10.2021 - 04.2026
Medical Assistant
First Coast Heart And Vascular
10.2021 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant
Florida Cancer Specialists
01.2014 - 10.2021
Medical Assisting (2 YEARS COLLEGE) -
CITY COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
Alamogordo High School