Skilled Office Manager with a proven track record at Richard Bensinger, MD, excelling in documentation control and fostering clear communication. Demonstrated expertise in streamlining operations, enhancing patient satisfaction, and maintaining confidentiality. Achieved a significant improvement in scheduling efficiency and customer service, leveraging both hard and soft skills to support team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Manager/Front Desk
Richard Bensinger, MD
Seattle, WA
08.2023 - Current
Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Front Desk
Panel of Consultants, Inc
Tukwila, WA
01.2016 - 08.2023
Answered incoming calls, addressed inquiries and routed messages to appropriate personnel.
Verified patient demographics, entered data into electronic health record system and provided support to physicians.
Assisted in preparing treatment rooms for patient examinations by stocking supplies and ensuring proper sanitation standards were met.
Provided administrative support such as filing documents, photocopying materials and organizing office supplies.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations by maintaining confidentiality of all patient information.
Provided customer service to patients including answering questions about treatments or services offered by the practice.
Maintained a clean reception area by restocking supplies, cleaning furniture surfaces and vacuuming carpets.
Assisted with scheduling tests or other procedures as requested by physicians or other healthcare providers.
Checked-in patients when they arrived at the front desk; obtained necessary paperwork from them prior to check-in process.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing excellent customer service in a busy office environment.
Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
Photocopied insurance cards, documented details and verified patient coverage for upcoming procedures or appointments.
Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.
Handled correspondence, managed files and performed other clerical duties for office staff.
Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
Gathered, transcribed, and typed medical information into charts.
Followed infection control procedures to protect patients and staff in waiting area.
Protected patients by observing strict HIPAA guidelines.
Answered multi-line phone system and directed callers to requested personnel and departments.
Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
Delivered high-quality administrative and customer service to sustain patient and work flows.
Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
Routed laboratory or diagnostic results to appropriate staff.
Education
English
Shoreline Community College
Seattle, WA
Business Administration
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA
Skills
Documentation and control
Mail handling
Scheduling and calendar management
Documentation expertise
Data retrieval systems
Clear oral/written communication
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Office Manager/Front Desk
Richard Bensinger, MD
08.2023 - Current
Front Desk
Panel of Consultants, Inc
01.2016 - 08.2023
English
Shoreline Community College
Business Administration
Seattle Central Community College
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