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Katherine Johansen

@katherinejohansen

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Compassionate Physician Assistant dedicated to patient-centered care.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to provide compassionate care and grow professionally.

I am a dedicated Physician Assistant with a strong commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care across various medical settings. My experience spans urgent care, primary care, and military treatment facilities, where I have honed my skills in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. I pride myself on my ability to communicate effectively with patients and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Throughout my career, I have worked in diverse environments, including Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune, and Henrico Doctors Hospital Emergency Department. In these roles, I have successfully managed patient care, performed diagnostic tests, and executed medical procedures. My dedication to continuous learning and improvement has been recognized through awards such as the Outstanding Clinical Achievement Award and my Magna Cum Laude graduation from Virginia Tech.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Physician Assistant

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care

Mar 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 3 months)

Provided high-quality, patient-centered care in both urgent care and primary care settings. Obtained detailed histories, performed complete physical exams, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests, and formulated diagnoses to prescribe appropriate treatments.

Urgent Care Primary Care Treatment Planning Laceration Repair Abscess Incision And Drainage Patient Education

Physician Assistant

Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune

Feb 2019 - Aug 2021 (2 years 6 months)

Served as a Family Medicine Physician Assistant, delivering comprehensive primary care to active duty personnel, retirees, and military dependents. Effectively communicated and coordinated care with active duty physicians, managing specialty referrals and evaluating approximately 20 patients per day.

Family Medicine Primary Care Patient Management Diagnostic Testing Treatment Formulation Electronic Health Records Communication

Physician Assistant

Henrico Doctors Hospital Emergency Department

Apr 2017 - Jan 2019 (1 year 9 months)

Functioned as an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant, providing efficient and thorough emergency-based care at a Level II trauma center. Performed procedures including laceration repair, abscess incision and drainage, and foreign body removals, while collaborating with hospitalist teams and on-call specialists.

Emergency Medicine Treatment Planning Laceration Repair Abscess Incision And Drainage Foreign Body Removal Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Shenandoah University

Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies

2014 - 2016

Completed a rigorous program focused on physician assistant studies. Gained comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in various medical disciplines.

Virginia Tech

Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences

2010 - 2014

Grade: Magna Cum Laude

Activities and societies: Virginia Tech Honors Scholar, National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a focus on Biological Sciences. Participated in the Virginia Tech Honors Scholar program and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars.