Katharine Loco-Marshall, MPA, PA-C

adhivz@r.postjobfree.com 1510 Cherrylane S. #301

206-***-**** Seattle, WA 98144

OBJECTIVE To use my strong background as a Family Medicine Physician Assistant working among a diverse community to provide quality and consistent health care for this remote position.

EDUCATION Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA May 2018

Master of Physician Assistant

University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM May 2003

Bachelor of Arts in Architecture

Central New Mexico Community College, Albuquerque, NM 2009-2011

45 credit hours towards clinical prerequisites. Dean’s list every semester.

WORK EXPERIENCE Nisqually Tribal Health Clinic, Nisqually Indian Reservation, Olympia, WA October 2018-Present

Physician Assistant, Family Practice

With effective communication skills for patient care, conducted patient interviews to obtain a complete history. Narrowed differential diagnosis by performing appropriate physical exams. Analyzed ordered diagnostic testing, to thoughtfully treat/manage both acute and chronic medical conditions. Communicated test results with objective compassion to patients. Utilizing my personal knowledge of Native American attitudes and sensitivities, I encouraged a strong patient understanding of treatment plans and increased active patient participation in achieving health care goals. Appropriately referred patients to specialists to improve success of treatment. Reviewed plans of care with physician as appropriate. Maintained accurate documentation.

Desert Hills Treatment Center, Albuquerque, NM April 2015-December 2015

Behavioral Health Technician

Worked critical graveyard shift for treatment of adolescent patients diagnosed with PTSD or other mental health disorders. Prepared patients for sleep and assisted them in the morning to accomplish their ADL’s and alleviate potential triggers. As a crisis team member, acquired the skills and knowledge needed to deescalate a violent or suicidal patient. Observed and documented patient behavior; presented notes to medical staff.

Atherotech Laboratories, Santa Fe and Los Lunas, NM January 2015-December 2015

Phlebotomist

Independently travelled within state to cover phlebotomy clinics. Performed venipuncture. Correctly labelled approximately 3,000 specimens and prepared them for transport. Discussed with the doctor appropriate tests for the diagnoses and treatment of patients presenting with uncommon disorders. Opened and closed clinics, preparing lab for next shift.

Tricore Laboratories, UNM Hospital, Albuquerque, NM April 2012-December 2014

Clinical Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist

Drew blood. Centrifuged, aliquoted, decanted, and packaged specimens for transport while ensuring specimen integrity. Entered data, registered patients in outpatient clinic, answered and directed phone calls in English and Spanish. Ensured HIPPA compliance and quality control standards were met. Received positive comments for exceptional bedside manner from patients and staff.

Peace Corps, Binadjoube, Togo, West Africa June 2006-August 2008

Health Volunteer/Natural Resources Volunteer

Served two years in a village of 1,000. Instructed farmers on soil and plant techniques to improve crop production. Taught a bi-weekly hygiene and nutrition class to women. Improved water quality through education and filtration techniques. Escorted village women by foot to rural clinic to receive prenatal care. Aided nurses with labor and delivery. Developed and implemented children’s programs to enhance self-confidence and teamwork. Introduced small revenue projects with the production of soap, tofu, and honey.

SKILLS Acute mental health crises management, infectious disease management including HIV/AIDS/STD’s, substance abuse counseling, emergency medicine protocol usage, knee injections (Synvisc and glucocorticoid), splinting, incision and drainage of skin and soft tissue infections, radiographic and EKG interpretation, ultrasonography, microscope exam preparation and interpretation, lab value interpretation, female pelvic examination, basic dermatological procedures (skin biopsy, cryotherapy, intralesional injection), experienced working with economically and culturally diverse populations, flexibility, efficient collection of appropriate medical history, effective communication, Microsoft Outlook Word, Excel, PowerPoint, telemedicine, home visits, ability to enter clinic environment with little or no hand-holding, consistent reasoning under pressure.

OTHER HEALTH CARE EXPERIENCE Kindred Hospice Patient Visitor; Norfolk, VA January 2017-April 2018

Legacy Church First Aid Team Volunteer; Albuquerque, NM April 2012-December 2015

Hospice de la Luz Patient Visitor; Albuquerque, NM 2009– 2011 & 2012-2015

Health Horizons Medical Service Volunteer and Spanish Translator; Dominican Republic January 2012

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSING National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants June 2018-Present

Advanced Cardiac Life Support/Basic Life Support Certified Health Care Provider May 2016-Present PBT Licensed Phlebotomist 2014-2017

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic 2010-2013

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES Christian Faith Bible Study Leader; Seattle, WA March 2020-Present

First Nations Big Sister; Albuquerque, NM April 2010-April 2011

QU Migrant Worker ESL Volunteer; Windsor, CT September 2011-December 2011

CNM ESL and Literacy Volunteer; Albuquerque, NM April 1998-April 2011

Albuquerque Rescue Mission, Kitchen Volunteer; Albuquerque, NM June 1996-June 2000

OTHER LANGUAGES Spanish: Fluent

French: Fluent

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