Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Amanda Montoya

Los Angeles County IHSS
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
1
Language
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience

Detail-oriented professional with strong organization skills with ability to prioritize in order to meet deadlines. Extensive clinical and administration experience in providing compassionate patient care with effective collaboration within interprofessional teams in order to meet the task at hand.

Work History

Caregiver (Part-Time)

7 Years 7 Months
Los Angeles County IHSS | 01.2019 - Current
  • Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare professionals.
  • Assist client in medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules.
  • Implemented strategies to enhance clients' quality of life through social engagement and recreational activities.
  • Advocated for clients' needs, facilitating access to community resources and support services available through IHSS.
  • Clean the house, run errands, manage laundry, and complete weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assist with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medical appointments.

Utilization Management Coordinator

1 Year 1 Month
Altura Management Services Organization | 08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Coordinated utilization management activities within Letter of Agreement (LOA) department to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Verified insurance eligibility and authorization requirements, facilitating timely patient access to services.
  • Maintained HIPAA-compliant documentation to uphold privacy standards while achieving productivity targets.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate effective care management strategies.
  • Analyzed patient data to determine eligibility for services and optimize resource allocation.
  • Coordinated utilization review processes to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Implemented quality assurance measures to enhance efficiency in patient care assessments.
  • Led initiatives to streamline workflows, resulting in improved turnaround times for service approvals.

Referral Coordinator

4 Months
Inland Neurosurgery Institute | 11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Coordinated referrals and prior authorizations to ensure patient access to specialty services.
  • Verified insurance benefits and communicated with providers, patients, and health plans.
  • Tracked referral status to facilitate timely access to care for patients.
  • Managed electronic health record updates for accurate patient tracking and information flow.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance care continuity.
  • Developed streamlined referral processes, improving operational efficiency across departments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care coordination for patients.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and organizational skills in managing a high volume of referrals while maintaining exceptional levels of patient care.
  • Coordinated patient referrals, ensuring timely access to specialist services.

Front & Back Office Medical Assistant

13 Years 3 Months
Orange County Heart Institute | 08.2006 - 11.2019
  • Coordinated front- and back-office clinical operations to enhance physician workflow.
  • Scheduled appointments, documented patient information, and maintained accurate medical records.
  • Managed appointment scheduling, documented patient information, and ensured accuracy of medical records.
  • Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations to optimize clinic workflow.
  • Assisted in electronic health record (EHR) management, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
  • Coordinated patient intake processes, enhancing overall patient experience and reducing wait times.
  • Conducted routine lab tests and recorded results, ensuring timely reporting for patient care decisions.
  • Trained new staff on office procedures and adherence to best practices for patient interactions.
  • Facilitated patient flow by notifying provider of patients' arrival, being aware of delays and communicating with patients and clinical staff.
  • Ensured proper follow-up care for patients by diligently scheduling referrals or additional tests as needed.
  • Streamlined patient flow by efficiently managing front and back office tasks, including scheduling appointments and maintaining records.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by swiftly shifting between front and back office tasks as needed.
  • Verified patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, and confirming purpose of visit.
  • Maintained the confidentiality of sensitive patient information by adhering to HIPAA guidelines when handling medical records and documents.
  • Ordered prescription refills on behalf of existing office patients.
  • Registered new patients and updated existing patient demographics by collecting detailed patient information.
  • Partnered with insurance company contacts to obtain authorizations related to performing medical procedures.
  • Helped doctors with patient procedures such as minor office procedures.
  • Scheduled surgeries by making arrangements with surgical centers and prepared charts and consent forms.

Education

Vocational Nursing (VN) Program - Vocational Nursing

Angeles University | City Of Industry, CA | 09-2026

Expected September 2026

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting

North-West College | West Covina, CA

Skills

Patient care
Patient care coordination
Patient assessment
EMR / EHR
Elderly care
Time management
Problem-solving
Bilingual communication
Clear communication
Dependable and responsible
Fast learner

Certification

BLS Certified

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Utilization Management Coordinator

Altura Management Services Organization
08.2023 - 09.2024Read More

Referral Coordinator

Inland Neurosurgery Institute
11.2019 - 03.2020Read More

Caregiver (Part-Time)

Los Angeles County IHSS
01.2019 - CurrentRead More

Front & Back Office Medical Assistant

Orange County Heart Institute
08.2006 - 11.2019Read More

Angeles University

Vocational Nursing (VN) Program from Vocational Nursing
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North-West College

Medical Assistant Certificate from Medical Assisting
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Amanda Montoya