Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Medical Support Assistant G-6 STEP 01
Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
Chicago, IL
2024.01 - Current
Schedule cancel and reschedule appointments/or consults for the Veterans Affair and Department of Defense, and patients that are no show the patients is contracted via phone to reschedule a follow up appointment.
Provide medical documents in preparation for appointments for patients and staff.
Coordinate with administrative services such as active-duty members, veterans, family members and caregivers for clinical support.
Assist with registration within the VA for new/transfer· patients as well as My Healthy Vet.
Use of different types of computerized programs and databases sensitive information such as electronic medical records scheduling system VISTA, CPRS and Microsoft Office.
Maintained accurate records of patient medical history, medications, test results, and other pertinent information in electronic health record system.
Performed administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, photocopying and scanning documents.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations related to the protection of confidential patient information.
Assisted with the scheduling of patient appointments and follow-up visits.
Answered phone calls from patients or healthcare providers and responded to inquiries professionally.
Patient Service Representative Eye Clinic
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
2023.10 - 2024.01
Greeted patients upon arrival and directed them to the appropriate area.
Scheduled patient appointments over phone and in person, maximizing productivity.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments with patients and healthcare professionals.
Scheduled patient appointments that includes vision fields and glaucoma
Accessed patient information through various software applications, maintaining strict confidentiality to remain compliant with HIPAA regulations.
Supported hospital and clinic operations using customer service skills and detailed system knowledge on Epic
Prepared letters sent to patients for NO SHOW patients with a reschedule appointment.
Provided helpful assistance by anticipating and responding to needs of patients and family members.