Aliana Alvarez
Marlboro
Summary
Radiating compassionate and empathetic demeanor, fully equipped to excel in facilitating and managing donation and transplantation processes. Possesses solid understanding of organ donation and transplantation, accompanied by strong communication and organizational skills. Capable of driving positive outcomes and fostering impactful multidisciplinary relationships.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Donation Specialist Lvl 3
NJ Sharing Network
02.2021 - Current
- Applied knowledge and skills of the CPTC Certification to perform at the expected advanced Clinical Donation Specialist role.
- Performed proficiently at precepting newly hired Clinical Donation Specialists.
- Coordinated multi-organ transplants, effectively managing the unique challenges associated with these complex cases.
- Increased donor organ utilization by coordinating efficient procurement and transportation processes.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, fostering collaboration in patient care management.
- Enhanced transplant coordination by streamlining communication among multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitated efficient organ allocation by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of UNOS policies and procedures.
- Coordinated the organ recovery process in the Operating Room including reviewing documentation according to regulatory agency guidelines, maintained donor stability throughout, completed intraoperative and anatomy paperwork and verified packaging and labeling of all organs and specimens according to policy.
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Technician
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
08.2016 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized patient care plans, optimizing treatment outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and continually enhance skillset.
- Assisted nursing staff with wound care procedures, facilitating timely healing and preventing infections.
- Strengthened interdisciplinary teamwork among nurses, physicians, therapists, social workers as a result of efficient collaboration during rounds.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly and straight needles.
- Assisted doctors and nurse practitioners during central line and arterial line placements, ECMO preparation and CVVH circuit priming.
Medical Assistant/ Office Manager
Dr. Neshi Bakshi Obstetrics And Gynecology
11.2014 - 09.2015
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Supported administrative and healthcare staff with skilled clerical assistance such as ordering supplies and organizing office inventories.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services in busy gynecology office with 2 providers.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Prepared and sent financial statements to support bookkeeping functions. Assign ICD-10 diagnostic codes on all medical records for proper billing and reimbursement.
- Contacted insurance providers to verify correct insurance information and obtain authorization for proper billing codes.
- Assigned CPT procedure and evaluation and management (E&M) codes for services to assure appropriate billing and reimbursement.
Medical Receptionist
Providence Medical Center- Dr. Omobola Oji
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ01.2019
Associate of Science - Biology
Union County College
Cranford, NJ05.2014
No Degree - English Literature
Seton Hall University
South Orange01.2009
Skills
- Advanced knowledge and skills in independently applying policies, protocols and procedures
- Skilled in resolving conflicts and fostering a collaborative work environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to apply independent discretion
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a rapidly changing and high pressure clinical environment
- Strong computer skills and knowledge of software applications
Certification
- Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator
American Board for Transplant Certification
July 2023
- Certified Transplant Surgeon Designee
The 32nd Annual Dr. Shamkant Mulgaonkar Transplant Surgeon Designee Symposium for Chronic Kidney Disease Professionals by The Renal and Pancreas Transplant Division at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
April 2024
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Donation Specialist Lvl 3
NJ Sharing Network
02.2021 - Current
Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Technician
Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
08.2016 - 02.2021
Medical Assistant/ Office Manager
Dr. Neshi Bakshi Obstetrics And Gynecology
11.2014 - 09.2015
Medical Receptionist
Providence Medical Center- Dr. Omobola Oji
11.2014 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences
Rutgers University
Associate of Science - Biology
Union County College
No Degree - English Literature
Seton Hall University
- Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator
American Board for Transplant Certification
July 2023
- Certified Transplant Surgeon Designee
The 32nd Annual Dr. Shamkant Mulgaonkar Transplant Surgeon Designee Symposium for Chronic Kidney Disease Professionals by The Renal and Pancreas Transplant Division at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
April 2024
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