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Valerie Mazziotti PA-C, NCMP

Enumclaw,WA

Summary

Highly skilled physician assistant, Menopausal practitioner, and Health and Life Coach. Compassionate, empathetic listener. Highly motivated to grow and learn professionally.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Physician Assistant Certified

Valley Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
  • Providing all aspects of primary care medicine from pediatrics to geriatrics.
  • Documented full medical histories, treatment progress and evaluation data in Epic.
  • Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
  • Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
  • Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
  • Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
  • Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
  • Proficient in procedures including IUD and Nexplanon insertion/removal, endometrial biopsy and skin biopsy.

Certified Menopause Practitioner

Menopause Society
04.2005 - Current

Certified Menopausal Practitioner with the Menopause Society (formally North American Menopause Society).

  • Knowledgeable in the care of women in mid-life and beyond.
  • Skilled in appropriate use of hormone replacement therapy and expertise in the benefits and risks of hormonal and non-hormonal treatment for menopausal vasomotor symptoms, osteoporosis, vaginal atrophy, and disease prevention.
  • This certification requires additional CME, training, and bi-annual certification.

Certified Life and Wellness Coach

Self Employed Services
06.2021 - Current
  • Certified by the Health Coach Institute, accredited by the International Coaching Federation
  • Creator of APP Coaching Network
  • Creator of my signature coaching program for Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants with a focus on career advancement, reducing burnout, and improving career longevity which I currently provide services at Valley Medical Center. These weekly sessions create peer support and networking experiences for APP staff.
  • I have led workshops at the University of Washington Physician Assistant program in career development and will speak for the WAPA conference in November regarding career development and job burnout.

Family Medicine Physician Assistant Certified

Virginia Mason Medical Center
01.1995 - 01.2019
  • Performed all aspects of primary care medicine including direct patient care, prescribing medication, interpreting lab and imaging reports, procedures, medical documentation, and coordination of patient care with all aspects of medical specialties including providers, physical therapists, pharmacists, and support staff.

Family Medicine Physician Assistant

Medical Arts Associates
01.1993 - 01.1995
  • Developed treatment plans with family physicians and other healthcare team members, providing consultations and referrals for other services as necessary.
  • Initiated, performed and interpreted diagnostic tests, providing support in routine and emergent patient care.
  • Educated patients and family members on overall wellness, health problem prevention, current health status maintenance and warning signs for common acute and chronic illnesses.
  • Evaluated patient and family treatment outcomes and modified care plans in consultation with physicians and other health team members.

Physician Assistant

Care Unit Hospital
11.1991 - 11.1993
  • Conducted admission history and physical exams.
  • Provided treatment and supervision of in-patient detox for alcohol and drug abuse.
  • Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
  • Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
  • Instructor in patient education with emphasis on STI prevention

Education

Bachelor's of Science - Physician Assistant

University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical School
Madison
06.1991

Exercise Kinesiology Program - Exercise Kinesiology, Athletic Training

Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA
01.1989

Skills

  • Creative Thinking
  • Best Practices and Standards
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Positive Communication Strategies
  • Proficient in Software Program (Epic)
  • Individual and Group Counseling
  • Provider Well-being
  • Group and Individual counseling
  • Career planning
  • PA student preceptor

Awards

Physician Assistant Scholarship recipient Provider of the Month, Valley Medical Center 

Top Box Press-Ganey scores for Patient Satisfaction

Personal

I enjoy traveling (especially to Italy), cooking, learning Italian language, playing the cello and piano, interor design and playing with my dog. 

Languages

Italian
Limited Working

Timeline

Certified Life and Wellness Coach

Self Employed Services
06.2021 - Current

Physician Assistant Certified

Valley Medical Center
07.2019 - Current

Certified Menopause Practitioner

Menopause Society
04.2005 - Current

Family Medicine Physician Assistant Certified

Virginia Mason Medical Center
01.1995 - 01.2019

Family Medicine Physician Assistant

Medical Arts Associates
01.1993 - 01.1995

Physician Assistant

Care Unit Hospital
11.1991 - 11.1993

Bachelor's of Science - Physician Assistant

University of Wisconsin-Madison Medical School

Exercise Kinesiology Program - Exercise Kinesiology, Athletic Training

Seattle Pacific University
Valerie Mazziotti PA-C, NCMP