Experienced administrative assistant with a reputation for delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Known for keen attention to detail and ability to make sound decisions while managing multiple tasks. Self-motivated and excels both independently and as part of a team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinic Office Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist
North Memorial
05.2024 - Current
Serve as the primary point of contact for patients, providing front-line support for urgent care and primary care services and ensuring a smooth check-in process for new and established patients.
Manage the scheduling of patient appointments, including coordinating new patient registrations and follow-up visits, utilizing the Epic electronic health record (EHR) system to optimize appointment flow.
Accurately verify patient demographics, insurance information, and medical history, ensuring all patient data is up-to-date and complete before appointments.
Maintain strict confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguard sensitive medical records, and facilitate the proper handling of patient documents.
Collaborate directly with providers in urgent and primary care settings, ensuring seamless communication between clinical and administrative teams to support patient care and operational efficiency.
Process and manage incoming patient referrals, including entering relevant medical data into Epic and coordinating with appropriate departments for follow-up care.
Handle patient inquiries via phone and in person, offering assistance with appointment scheduling, insurance inquiries, and general clinical questions while ensuring a professional and compassionate patient experience.
Assist in managing clinical workflow by preparing patient charts, verifying information, and ensuring all necessary documentation is present before patient visits.
Support front desk operations, including collecting co-pays, processing payments, and generating financial records for insurance verification and billing purposes.
Provide administrative assistance with filing, faxing, and updating patient records as required, while maintaining an organized and efficient office environment.
Ensure adherence to clinic protocols and policies, assisting in the execution of daily administrative functions while maintaining a high standard of service and confidentiality.
Streamlined patient check-in and check-out processes, implementing an electronic system that reduced wait times by 30% and improved patient satisfaction scores.
Phlebotomist
Biolife Plasma Donation Center
07.2022 - 01.2024
Collected blood from veins using a vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
Upheld data security and compliance with HIPAA protocols through multiple identification points and document verification.
Assessed veins, using judgment and accommodating patient preference.
Collected, stored, and prepared blood samples for laboratory testing per written specifications and established protocols.
Maintained accuracy and confidentiality through proper chart management in the EMR system.
Handled centrifuging, pipetting, and preparation for sending out.
Created accurate labels and updated system records with patient sample information and details.
Gathered blood samples from patients for tests and transfusions.
Applied pressure at the site, stopping bleeding before bandaging.
Monitored patient for adverse reaction and used appropriate intervention.
Selected vein, avoiding the base of the inner wrist and other high-risk areas.
Minimized patient discomfort using physical techniques and friendly communication.
Upheld data security and HIPAA compliance using multiple identification points and document verification.
Responded to questions and concerns of patients and resolved issues.
Conducted blood counts with heel or finger stick capillary draws.
Helped clinical staff with urgent diagnostic needs, prioritizing STAT tests.
Secured records of test results to maintain confidentiality and privacy.
Labeled samples with the medical record number before delivering to the lab.
Verified matching tube, patient, and test information, carefully checking all details at each stage.
Checked the patient's information and medical record number on a computer database before collecting blood and plasma samples.
Kept individuals safe and comfortable during blood and plasma donations.
Desktop Support Technician
Empower AI
08.2022 - 04.2023
Maintained 200+ computers with various operating systems (Windows 10, Linux, iOS); Upgraded them when needed; repaired computer hardware.
Assisted employees with any technical concerns, tested and integrated new software, and identified and executed any corrections.
Answering helpdesk calls and responding to voicemails promptly.
Greet customers and assist in creating and updating IT support tickets (Remedy) per defined service-level agreements. Evaluating, prioritizing, solving, and escalating tickets to the appropriate Tier Support, and/or correcting the assignment of tickets as required.
Maintaining ownership of service tickets throughout the life span of the support request.
Assigning ticket severity by walking customers through a series of troubleshooting steps to determine the severity and nature of reported IT problems.
Updating and maintaining service work notes.
Establishing a high level of personal credibility and building strong relationships, consulting with the immediate supervisor or higher-level IT specialists on possible solutions.
Collaborating and following up with technicians to resolve requests, and provide status updates on outstanding support tickets, providing updates, status, and completion information to management, following up with users/customers to ensure resolution of issues.
Education
Associate in information technology - Information in Cyber Security
Dunwoody College
Minneapolis, Mn
01.2022
Skills
Proficient in presenting complex information
Electronic health records administration
Excel data management
Skilled in coordinating patient schedules
Professional conduct
Adept at managing administrative tasks
Customer-focused technical assistance
CRM expertise
Bilingual in English and Hmong
Skilled in using Microsoft Office tools
Timeline
Clinic Office Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist
North Memorial
05.2024 - Current
Desktop Support Technician
Empower AI
08.2022 - 04.2023
Phlebotomist
Biolife Plasma Donation Center
07.2022 - 01.2024
Associate in information technology - Information in Cyber Security