Debra Crane
Punta Gorda,FL
Summary
Accomplished Practice Administrator with a proven track record at Gulfcoast Vascular Surgeons, enhancing operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. I spearheaded a cultural transformation, achieving significant improvements in team morale and workflow efficiency. Skilled in regulatory compliance and performance improvement, my leadership ensures excellence in healthcare delivery.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practice Administrator
Gulfcoast Vascular Surgeons
Fort Myers, FL
01.2015 - Current
- Policy and procedure development
- Payroll administration
- Budget oversight
- Managing files and records
- Resource allocation
- Workflow management
- Performance metrics
- Oversee clinical operations, financial management, compliance, and physician management in a high-volume surgical practice
- Led and mentored a team of clinical and administrative staff, enhancing collaboration and workflow efficiency
- Spearheaded a cultural transformation, fostering a positive and patient-focused environment that improves team morale and patient satisfaction
Sonographer
Naples Community Hospital
Naples, FL
11.2011 - 12.2018
- Performed ultrasound scans of patients to diagnose and monitor medical conditions
- Managed patient records, including histories and test results
- Made independent decisions about appropriate length and scope of examinations based on physician directives and findings during scans
- Evaluated images for clarity, accuracy, and completeness before forwarding them to the physician
- Provided oral, written and evidentiary summaries of scans to help physicians make accurate medical diagnoses
Clinical Manager
Gulfcoast Vascular Surgeons
Fort Myers, FL
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed clinical operations, patient scheduling, and supervised staff to ensure high-quality patient care and operational efficiency
- Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows and reduce operational costs while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations
Technical Director Vascular Lab
Gulfcoast Vascular Surgeons
Fort Myers, FL
10.2005 - 01.2015
- Managed the vascular lab, performing diagnostic imaging and assisting in patient care within a vascular surgery group
- Maintained all regulatory guidelines and accomplished ICAVL accreditation
Sonographer
Lee Memorial Health Systems
Fort Myers, FL
07.2006 - 09.2010
- Performed ultrasound scans of patients to diagnose and monitor medical conditions
- Managed patient records, including histories and test results
- Made independent decisions about appropriate length and scope of examinations based on physician directives and findings during scans
- Evaluated images for clarity, accuracy, and completeness before forwarding them to the physician
- Provided oral, written and evidentiary summaries of scans to help physicians make accurate medical diagnoses
Sonographer
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
Lehigh Acres, FL
07.2005 - 11.2008
- Performed ultrasound scans of patients to diagnose and monitor medical conditions
- Managed patient records, including histories and test results
- Made independent decisions about appropriate length and scope of examinations based on physician directives and findings during scans
- Evaluated images for clarity, accuracy, and completeness before forwarding them to the physician
- Provided oral, written and evidentiary summaries of scans to help physicians make accurate medical diagnoses
Education
Some College - Paramedic
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MDRDMS, RDCS, RVT, RpHS - Ultrasound
Ultrasound Diagnostic School
Lanham, MDSkills
- Patient relations
- Scheduling coordination
- Practice marketing
- Human resources management
- Credentialing management
- Operations management
- Performance improvement
- Medical personnel recruitment
Certification
- RDMS (ab, ob, breast)
- RVT
- RDCS
- RPHS
Activities
Love to travel and spend time with my grandchildren.
Timeline
Practice Administrator
Gulfcoast Vascular Surgeons
01.2015 - Current
Clinical Manager
Gulfcoast Vascular Surgeons
01.2013 - 01.2015
Sonographer
Naples Community Hospital
11.2011 - 12.2018
Sonographer
Lee Memorial Health Systems
07.2006 - 09.2010
Technical Director Vascular Lab
Gulfcoast Vascular Surgeons
10.2005 - 01.2015
Sonographer
Lehigh Regional Medical Center
07.2005 - 11.2008
Some College - Paramedic
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RpHS - Ultrasound
Ultrasound Diagnostic School
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