Detail-oriented Unit Secretary with expertise in patient scheduling, HIPAA compliance, and medical records maintenance. Proven ability to coordinate communication between medical staff and patients, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Secretary
PAM Health & Rehab
Venice, FL
03.2025 - Current
Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to enhance service delivery.
Scheduled appointments efficiently using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Managed patient records and ensured accuracy in documentation processes.
Maintained inventory of office supplies and ordered replacements.
Maintained inventory of office supplies and ordered replacements as needed.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
Health Unit Coordinator
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota, FL
06.2023 - 03.2025
Managed communication between healthcare teams, facilitating efficient information flow for patient care.
Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, ensuring timely processing of medical records.
Scheduled appointments and procedures, optimizing daily operations within the unit.
Maintained accurate patient charts and documentation, enhancing data integrity for clinical staff.
Office Assistant
Millennium Physician Group / Charlotte Heart & Vascular
Punta Gorda, FL
09.2022 - 06.2023
Managed scheduling and appointment coordination for physicians, enhancing patient flow efficiency.
Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients to ensure clarity of information.
Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
Streamlined office operations by implementing improved filing and documentation processes.
Provided customer service support, addressing patient inquiries and concerns professionally.
Unit Secretary, Office Assistant
ShorePoint, Bayfront Health
Florida
11.2015 - 09.2022
Managed scheduling for medical staff, optimizing workflow and resource allocation.
Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems, enhancing data integrity.
Facilitated communication between departments to support patient care and operational efficiency.
Coordinated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure seamless operations.
Oversaw daily administrative tasks, improving departmental organization and response times.
Implemented process improvements that streamlined office procedures and reduced delays.
Trained new staff on administrative protocols and EHR usage, fostering team competency.
Developed standard operating procedures for unit activities, ensuring consistency in service delivery.
Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
Office Assistant for Pulmonology, Unit Secretary for the hospital.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Charlotte High School
Port Charlotte, FL
06-1996
Skills
Incoming call reception
Strong organization
Customer service
Telephone reception
EMR / EHR
Patient scheduling
Appointment scheduling
Incoming call management
Unit secretary training
HIPAA compliance
Patient chart maintenance
Medical office administration
Patient scheduling expertise
Medical records maintenance
Clinical support
Timeline
Unit Secretary
PAM Health & Rehab
03.2025 - Current
Health Unit Coordinator
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 03.2025
Office Assistant
Millennium Physician Group / Charlotte Heart & Vascular