Vernice Ann Bautista

Non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the Arkansas Valley of rural Colorado. Active member of a comprehensive medical team, caring full time for a family practice of newborns to centenarians and those in between. Delivering high quality health services through preventive care, diagnoses and personalized treatment plans. Documenting full medical histories, treatment progress and evaluating data in NextGen. Participating in multidisciplinary committees, including Clinical Leadership, Recruitment & Retention, and Laboratory Committee.

Primary Care/Family Medicine Practice in Southern CO.

Evaluated and treated patients in clinic. Saw all age ranges. Average patient encounters from 18-25 a day. Performed annual exams, sport physicals, preventive health maintenance. Managed chronic diseases and monitored pain management of patients. Effectively reduced symptoms and treated underlying conditions by prescribing targeted medications and therapies in collaboration with supervising physician.

Family and Internal Medicine Practice in rural CO.

Evaluated and treated patients in clinic, nursing homes, the regional hospital (AVRMC/Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center) and a facility called The Colorado Boys Ranch. Took call. Saw all age ranges, Medicaid, Medicare and Work Comp. Average patient encounters from 18-30 a day. Performed annual exams, sports physicals and preventative health maintenance as well. Reviewed examination information, laboratory reports and expressed symptoms to make tentative diagnoses.

Family Practice Clinic in a small town in Kent, WA.

Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.

Conducted laboratory tests and radiographic procedures.

Performed phlebotomy.

Developed and maintained laboratory policies and procedures.

Devised a follow-up program for abnormal pap smear results and scheduled overdue laboratory orders.

Created a database for frequently ordered tests to justify acquisition of new laboratory equipment.

Community-based clinic in the outskirts of Seattle, WA.

Performed phlebotomy, electrocardiograms, and specimen processing as well as diagnostic laboratory tests including microscopy as directed by clinicians.

Trained on the job as a Radiology Technician.

Closely worked with physicians and medical staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the clinic.

Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.

Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.

Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.

Operated equipment to produce quality images of specific body parts.