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Corina Garcia

Pharr,Texas

Summary

Reliable medical office professional offers many years of experience working in busy settings with high patient volumes.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Front Office Receptionist

My First Steps Childcare and Development
Pharr, Texas
04.2023 - Current
  • Greeted incoming patients and verified paperwork to manage smooth intake processes.
  • Handled confidential information with discretion and sensitivity.
  • Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
  • Processed payments for services rendered accurately and efficiently.
  • Kept offices organized and well-stocked to maximize operational efficiency.
  • Provided excellent customer service to all guests.
  • Reviewed safety, health and sanitation processes throughout areas and enforced rules to promote security and safety.
  • Updated and maintained office policies and procedures.
  • Created and optimized employee schedules for shift coverage.

Medical Office Receptionist

Women's Health Institute Of South Texas
Edinburg, Texas
02.2016 - 04.2023
  • Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
  • Organized and managed medical supply inventory to foster continuous availability of required items.
  • Answered multi-line phone system; directed calls accordingly to appropriate personnel or department.
  • Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical, and consultation services.
  • Greeted patients and visitors in person or on the telephone, answering or referring inquiries.
  • Conducted patient intake interviews to collect medical information and insurance details.
  • Handled confidential paperwork related to patient visits according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Scheduled appointments by telephone or in person.
  • Photocopied insurance cards, documented details and verified patient coverage for upcoming procedures or appointments.
  • Processed patient payments and scanned identification and insurance cards.
  • Scheduled patient appointments, collected co-pays and verified insurance coverage.
  • Verified patient demographic and insurance information at each visit.
  • Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.

Receptionist/ Dispatcher

Staff Force Personnel Services
Mcallen, Texas
02.2009 - 03.2013
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Managed inventory of office supplies and placed orders to ensure adequate stock levels.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Performed clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing, and faxing.
  • Managed company database and ensured the accuracy of contact information.
  • Monitored personnel or equipment locations and utilization to coordinate service and schedules.
  • Dispatched drivers to meet daily delivery needs for company customers.

Medical Office Receptionist

Women's Clinic of South Texas
Edinburg, Texas
05.2008 - 01.2009
  • Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
  • Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
  • Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
  • Answered multi-line phone system; directed calls accordingly to appropriate personnel or department.
  • Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.

Daycare Teacher/Front Office Assistant

Children's Education Childcare and Development
Pharr, Texas
02.2008 - 05.2008
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
  • Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
  • Conducted data entry tasks with high accuracy, maintaining integrity of information.
  • Maintained front office cleanliness and organized supplies to increase productivity.
  • Greeted customers and provided assistance with inquiries.
  • Processed and filed paperwork, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Collected copays and account balance payments and updated account records.

Data Entry/Appointment Scheduler

JVC Warehouse
Mcallen, Texas
07.2005 - 02.2008
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Tracked inventory levels, handling aspects of shipping and receiving and kept accurate records.
  • Assisted with physical inventories as needed.

Fax Management / Team Lead

Hotels.com
Pharr, Texas
01.2002 - 07.2005
  • Maintained open lines of communication with senior management, reporting team progress and challenges.
  • Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.

Cashier

Sam's Club
Mcallen, Texas
12.1998 - 01.2001
  • Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Maintained work area and kept cash drawer organized.
  • Processed credit card, cash, and check payments, ensuring all transactions were accurate.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
  • Offered customers carry-out service at completion of transaction.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma -

PSJA North High School
Pharr, TX
05-1998

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cash handling
  • Data entry
  • Payment processing
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office organization
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Payment collection
  • Scanner operations
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Patient intake
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Medical terminology
  • Data entry software
  • Petty cash management
  • Office reception
  • Teamwork
  • Problem solving

Certification

  • Leadership
  • Childcare Developent

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Front Office Receptionist

My First Steps Childcare and Development
04.2023 - Current

Medical Office Receptionist

Women's Health Institute Of South Texas
02.2016 - 04.2023

Receptionist/ Dispatcher

Staff Force Personnel Services
02.2009 - 03.2013

Medical Office Receptionist

Women's Clinic of South Texas
05.2008 - 01.2009

Daycare Teacher/Front Office Assistant

Children's Education Childcare and Development
02.2008 - 05.2008

Data Entry/Appointment Scheduler

JVC Warehouse
07.2005 - 02.2008

Fax Management / Team Lead

Hotels.com
01.2002 - 07.2005

Cashier

Sam's Club
12.1998 - 01.2001

High School Diploma -

PSJA North High School
Corina Garcia