Arlene Racel
American Canyon,CALIFORNIA
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical terminology. Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills. Professional Intensive care unit cardiac monitor technician and Specializing working in busy cardiology practice.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
CENTRALIZED MONITOR
PROVIDENCE QUEEN OF VALLEY HOSPITAL
Napa, CA
06.2013 - Current
- Observed and evaluated cardiac activity in Intensive care unit and reported changes to medical staff.
- Identify the following cardiac rhythms analysis, Normal sinus rhythm,dysrhythmias, sinus bradycardia, sinus tachycardia, atrial fibrilllation or atrial flutter, AV blocks, junctional rhythm, Ventricular rhythm and asystole.
- Measure and interprets patient’s cardiac rhythm and document it on the patient’s record per departmental standard.
- Monitor patient’s blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen level.
- Identify the part of the cardiac conduction system and state their function.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Support department with various duties as needed
- Provides training to new staff members.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT/EKG TECHNICIAN
PROVIDENCE MEDICAL GROUP CARDIOLOGY
Napa, CA
10.2007 - 01.2013
- Follow established protocols for performing non-invasive, diagnostic tests for patients with known or suspected heart disease.
- Committed to providing accurate interpretation of cardiac abnormalities and communicating findings thoroughly with physicians.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs, medication information, allergies and current complaints at intake.
- Perform clear, diagnostic 12-Lead EKGs and rhythm strips.
- Nuclear treadmill stress, Lexiscan stress, ziopatch, holter and event monitoring.
- Monitor patient's during stress test procedures and report any abnormal findings to the appropriate physician.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Analyze 24–48-hour holter monitors.
- Perform ABI (Ankle Brachial Index) test for diagnosing PAD in the legs.
- Front office duties, handles all incoming calls and answering questions appropriately with timely matters
- Greets patients checking in and out
- Make follow-up appointment with the providers, reviewing the labs and test orders by the providers
- Making sure to get the insurance’s authorizations for the non-invasive diagnostic tests.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provide training to new technicians and medical assistants.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Updated inventory, expiration and crash cart logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, Obstetrician-gynecologist
PENINSULA WOMEN’S HEALTH
Burlingame, CA
01.1998 - 01.2007
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, blood pressure, weight, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor procedures and setting up a sterile trays.
- Ensuring all instruments are functional, sterilized, and in compliance with OSHA standards.
- Triaging all calls and providing medical advice when necessary.
- Processing prescription refills, giving injections, and assuring that lab specimens are properly labeled and sent to appropriate lab in accordance with insurance.
- Maintaining patient flow and keeping physicians updated on patient’s status.
- Assisting in check-in and check-out procedures, referring patients to specialists, obtaining authorization for procedures, and scheduling.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Education
Certified Billing And Coding Specialist
HarpRand CalRegional
Online Course11.2023
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Bryman College
San Francisco, CAGeneral Studies
Community College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA09.1992
Education -
Westmoor High School
1989
Skills
- Medical Assistant Diploma
- ICD-10-CM, CPT coding and HCPCS
- Importance of maintaining confidentiality accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or HIPPA
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- Successful completion of arrhythmia testing
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, IDX, NextGen medical software EMR, EPIC
- Team Leader
- Punctual and Reliable
Timeline
CENTRALIZED MONITOR
PROVIDENCE QUEEN OF VALLEY HOSPITAL
06.2013 - Current
MEDICAL ASSISTANT/EKG TECHNICIAN
PROVIDENCE MEDICAL GROUP CARDIOLOGY
10.2007 - 01.2013
MEDICAL ASSISTANT, Obstetrician-gynecologist
PENINSULA WOMEN’S HEALTH
01.1998 - 01.2007
Certified Billing And Coding Specialist
HarpRand CalRegional
Medical Assistant Diploma -
Bryman College
General Studies
Community College of San Francisco
Education -
Westmoor High School