Desbie McMillian
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in project coordination and medical records management. Proven ability to support teams, manage documentation, and ensure compliance with organizational policies. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Assistant
Tulane University School of Medicine
05.2010 - Current
- Provide administrative and project support to faculty, researchers, and medical staff
- Assist in coordinating research projects, including scheduling meetings, managing timelines, and tracking deliverables
- Maintain accurate records, databases, and documentation to support research and grant activities
- Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate project progress and resolve inquiries
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies and research regulations
- Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence as needed
Medical Records Clerk
New Orleans School Board
01.1998 - 01.2005
- Managed and maintained medical records for students and faculty, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
- Organized, filed, and retrieved documents in compliance with privacy laws and school board policies
- Assisted with processing medical forms, immunization records, and student health documentation
- Collaborated with school nurses and administrative staff to support student health services
- Responded to record requests from parents, medical professionals, and authorized personnel
Education
Some College Coursework Completed -
Tulane University
New OrleansClass of 1978 -
Nicholl's High School
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Administrative Support
- Data Management
- Documentation
- Medical Records Handling
- Compliance
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Confidentiality
- HIPAA Regulations
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database Management
- Mail routing
- Billing and invoicing
- Meeting scheduling
- Database entry
Timeline
Project Assistant
Tulane University School of Medicine
05.2010 - Current
Medical Records Clerk
New Orleans School Board
01.1998 - 01.2005
Class of 1978 -
Nicholl's High School
Some College Coursework Completed -
Tulane University
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