Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Assessments
Timeline
Dawn Garner

Dawn Garner

Donalsonville,GA

Summary

Relocated to S.W. Georgia from Illinois. Interested in working in a department that will require me to utilize my strong computer knowledge, excellent people & customer service skills, organizational abilities and business experience. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Information Specialist

APD State of Florida
07.2020 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, fostering effective communication channels to address any concerns related to patient data management or documentation practices.
  • Improved patient data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and updating electronic health records.
  • Established efficient workflows for medical record requests, reducing processing time without compromising on quality or accuracy.
  • Sorted, scanned and indexed documents, developed workflows and processed workflow reports to keep clinical records maintained in accordance with guidelines.
  • Directed and assisted pulling and procurement of medical files according to established procedures.
  • Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
  • Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
  • Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
  • Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
  • Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
  • Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems.

Environmental, Engineering, Safety & Insurance Admin

GROWMARK, Inc
02.2007 - 06.2019
  • Assistant
  • Maintains confidential records for the Environmental, Engineering, and Safety & Insurance Services Areas
  • Processes invoices utilizing the VIM (SAP) program
  • Editor of the Safety, Insurance & Environmental Newsletter
  • Administrator for the Environmental, Engineering, Safety & Insurance Services SharePoint Site
  • Co-Administrator for the Course Mill Registration Site
  • Maintains a database of all employees at GROWMARK facilities, subsidiaries and member cooperatives for utilization with risk control programs
  • Assists with the administration of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) portion of the Federal, State and Provincial right-to-know regulations
  • Coordinates all events, meetings & training sessions for all 4 departments as well as the annual GROWMARK Treasury employee outing
  • Controls maintenance, shipping, updating and coordinates scheduling of visual aids used for GROWMARK and member cooperative safety training
  • Develops and prepares specific reports for program accountability
  • Office Applications: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & SharePoint, Omni, ImageNow and limited Business Objects, SAP & VIM
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Company Liaison

McElroy Metal Mill
09.2001 - 02.2007
  • Worked in Logistics/Traffic Dept./Material Management/Accounting Clerk/Safety Coordinator/Event Planner
  • Extensive knowledge and use of Microsoft Word and Excel (type 50 wpm)
  • Accounting Operations
  • Data Entry
  • Load Planning, Freight Quotes, Carrier Selection, Customer Communication
  • Teach CPR, Basic First Aid and AED through the American Red Cross

Dialysis Technician

Midwest Kidney Center
05.2000 - 08.2001
  • Administered dialysis treatments to renal care patients
  • Maintained treatment files in company database
  • Corresponding daily to physicians regarding patient treatment and care

ICU/PICU Secretary & Heart Monitor Technician

St. Joseph Medical Center
07.1999 - 05.2000
  • Coded Charts for Physicians
  • Admitted and discharged patients
  • Wrote standard orders for Physicians
  • Ordered test and treatment for patients
  • Operated multi-line telephony equipment
  • Data Entry
  • Assisted nursing staff
  • Heart Monitor Technician

Education

High School - undefined

Olympia High School
01.1987

Skills

  • Compliance
  • Most Microsoft Applications
  • ImageNow
  • SAP
  • NIPR Licensing
  • Type 60 wpm
  • Data Entry
  • SharePoint Administrator
  • CourseMill Administrator
  • Editor of Department Newsletter
  • Training & Meeting Coordinator
  • Negotiating Experience (10 years)
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Billing
  • Excel
  • Filing
  • Receptionist
  • Scheduling
  • Outlook
  • Organizational Skills
  • Clerical
  • Microsoft Word
  • Time Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Medical Terminology
  • Powerpoint

Certification

  • Emergency Medical Technician-Basic March 2003 to August 2008
  • Heart Monitor Technician July 1999 to June 2000
  • Red Cross CPR & First Aid Trainer February 2004 to February 2007

Assessments

  • Customer Focus & Orientation — Highly Proficient July 2019 Responding to customer situations with sensitivity. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/qkppxqm-bt92zcl
  • First Aid — Highly Proficient July 2019 Measures a candidate's ability to identify treatments for common medical emergencies. Full results: https://share.indeedassessments.com/share_assignment/f-g7xkr5ahuosonn
  • Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.

Timeline

Health Information Specialist - APD State of Florida
07.2020 - Current
Environmental, Engineering, Safety & Insurance Admin - GROWMARK, Inc
02.2007 - 06.2019
Company Liaison - McElroy Metal Mill
09.2001 - 02.2007
Dialysis Technician - Midwest Kidney Center
05.2000 - 08.2001
ICU/PICU Secretary & Heart Monitor Technician - St. Joseph Medical Center
07.1999 - 05.2000
Olympia High School - High School,
Dawn Garner