CRISTINA CABUTOTAN
SAN JOSE,CA
Summary
Dedicated Medical Records Assistant experience in health information management, expertly managing patient records and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Utilizes effective strategies to maintain compliance and ensure data accuracy. Timely audit daily of records of patients and implementing process enhancement to optimize workflow.
Overview
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14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records Assistant
Skyline Healthcare Center
01.2016 - Current
- Maintained accurate patient records, charts, and files for timely retrieval and review.
- Entered confidential health information into electronic medical records systems with strong attention to detail.
- Verified document completeness, correcting missing forms and outdated information before filing.
- Retrieved records for authorized staff, supporting clinical workflows and patient care coordination.
- Scanned, indexed, and organized medical documents for secure storage and easy access.
- Assisted with release-of-information requests while following privacy and HIPAA procedures.
- Tracked incoming correspondence, referrals, and record requests to support department efficiency.
- Communicated with staff and patients to resolve records issues and ensure accurate documentation.
- Documented patient condition and treatment, coding medical claims for hospital and nursing facilities.
- Contributed to overall clinic success through proactive identification of areas for improvement within record-keeping operations.
- Assisted medical staff in locating essential medical documents, expediting patient care.
- Audited files for completion and accuracy.
- Filed records for timely retrieval.
- Streamlined record-keeping processes for increased efficiency in the storage and retrieval of patient information.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication by effectively liaising between physicians, nurses, and other support staff regarding patient medical records matters.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Skyline Healthcare Center
08.2012 - 12.2015
- Assisted residents with bathing, grooming, and dressing while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Supported mobility and safe transfers using proper lifting techniques and assistive devices.
- Documented care activities accurately in resident records and shift reports.
- Responded quickly to call lights and provided timely assistance with daily needs.
- Maintained clean, organized patient areas following infection control procedures.
- Communicated resident concerns clearly to nurses to support coordinated care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Saint Louis College
PhilippinesSkills
- Electronic Health Records
- Medical Coding
- HIPAA Compliance
- Data Entry
- Record Management
- Information Retrieval
- Auditing Procedures
- Process Improvement
- Time management capabilities
- Patient confidentiality compliance
- Microsoft office suite proficiency
- Document scanning and archiving
- Electronic health records management
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Records Assistant
Skyline Healthcare Center
01.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Skyline Healthcare Center
08.2012 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Saint Louis College