Highly enthusiastic Administrative Assistant with 5+ years of expertise in anticipating professional needs and proactively identifying and resolving problems. Resourceful and results-orientated driven to meet company goals and provide excellent care for patients. Excellent customer service and conflict management skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Responsible for scheduling emergent and trauma surgeries requested by the physician.
Coordinate efforts with the charge nurse to ensure availability of needed equipment, vendors, and requested staff.
Maintain communication with the charge nurse, surgeon, and anesthesiologist regarding cases to ensure efficient case planning.
Prepare and distribute the anesthesiologist schedule daily.
Identify and communicate any potential scheduling conflicts and track cancellations.
Understanding of the EPIC health system.
Communicate with Pre-Op and PACU staff regarding add-ons and ensure necessary documentation is complete to avoid any delays.
Trained new staff on scheduling protocols and best practices to ensure positive and consistent service.
Managed a high volume of incoming calls and inquiries related to surgery scheduling with professionalism and attention to detail.
Patient Care Coordinator
Azura Surgery Center ASC
12.2022 - Current
Act as a main point of contact for patients, doctors and clinical staff by closely reviewing clinical referrals and maintaining communication in a timely and professional manner.
Deliver excellent patient experiences.
Maintain confidentiality of patient data and health information.
Educate patients by explaining preparation instructions for upcoming procedures.
Confirm and reschedule appointments as directed. Keep track of no show and cancellations daily.
Verify insurance eligibility prior to patient visit.
Implement recommendations for long-term improvements with clinical team.
Developed a strong and quick judgement on how to approach a high risk patient referral.
Maintain accuracy of all patient registration data for upcoming audits.
Check-in and Check-out 15+ patients daily.
Attend all necessary education training.
Administrative Assistant
U.S Renal Care Dialysis
12.2019 - 12.2022
Prepare medical records for patient travel and transfer arrangements.
Carefully review and coordinate incoming referrals for potential new admissions.
Execute record filing system to improve document organization and management.
Coordinate transportation to and from dialysis.
Maintain communication and collaboration with vendors, sales representatives, and clinical staff daily.
Restock supplies and place purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Maintain company policy handbook and facility certifications.
Greet and assist 100+ patients and visitors daily.
Knowledge of insurance, authorization, and medical terminology.
Perform clinical data entry.
Schedule appointments for follow-up care.
Manage heavy flow of emails and phone calls in a timely manner.
Client Services
Pacific Medial Laboratory
05.2019 - 11.2019
Reviewed and processed physician requisitions.
Sort incoming faxes to distribute to appropriate personnel.
Coordinated driver routes for punctual and accurate delivery times.
Interacted with clients on regular basis to quickly alleviate issues and provide order updates.
Built client relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs, resolving problems, and following up with potential and existing clients.
Resolved 90% of specimen problems daily.
Server
Mimi’s Café
05.2016 - 04.2019
Abide by all state, federal regulations and restaurant liquor polices pertaining to under-age and intoxicated guests.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
Managed 8+ tables per hour.
Used slow periods to restock supplies and ensure proper set-up and cleanliness.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous satisfied customers.
Education
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology (In Progress)
Cypress College
Cypress, CA
High school diploma -
Paramount High School
Paramount, CA
06.2015
Skills
Administrative and Clerical Support
Document and File Management
Resource Coordination and Allocation
Strong Organizational Skills
Multitasking and Time Management
Highly Efficient and Productive
Data entry proficiency
Certification
CPR/BLS - American Heart Association
Timeline
Surgery Scheduling Coordinator
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Patient Care Coordinator
Azura Surgery Center ASC
12.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant
U.S Renal Care Dialysis
12.2019 - 12.2022
Client Services
Pacific Medial Laboratory
05.2019 - 11.2019
Server
Mimi’s Café
05.2016 - 04.2019
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology (In Progress)