Erin Sharkey
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Medical transcriptionist with 30+ years of experience. Adept at ensuring accurate and timely transcription of complex medical dictation. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, seamlessly adapting to changing needs while maintaining high standards. Proficient in medical terminology, pathology, and quality assurance, consistently delivering accurate and professional documentation.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Medical Transcriptionist
University of Colorado, Memorial Hospital
Colorado Springs, CO
03.2007 - Current
- Consistently ensures accurate transcription of provider dictations of various specialties according to established style and format.
- Continuously updates medical terminology knowledge to maintain accuracy in transcription across various specialties.
- Increased overall team productivity by sharing best practices, tips, tricks, and strategies for efficient medical transcription workflows among colleagues.
- Translates medical jargon and abbreviations in proper form, identifies and uses appropriate medical transcription reference resources as needed.
- Maintains the confidentiality of patient information by following HIPAA guidelines during all transcription processes.
- Investigates and resolves discrepancies in transcribed reports, including unclear or incomplete recordings.
- Performs QA of Deliver Health transcription documentation.
- Performs coverage for the Pathology transcription department.
Medical Transcriptionist
The Queen’s Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
11.2002 - 02.2007
- Transcribed Gross and Micro documentation for the Pathology Department, as well as autopsies.
- Documented infectious disease for the Department of Health.
- I worked on-site in the Pathology Department for 6 months before transferring to the acute care transcription department for the remaining 4-1/2 years of my employment. I was one of the top producers in the Acute Care/General Medicine Transcription Department. The Queen's Medical Center is the largest trauma hospital in the State of Hawaii.
- Transcribed medical dictations with high accuracy and attention to detail.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and regulations in medical transcription.
- Contributed to the reduction of errors in billing codes by accurately transcribing diagnostic information.
- Completed urgent transcriptions within tight deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality.
- Demonstrated excellent skills to understand diverse accents and dialects.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Medical Transcriptionist
Penrose St. Francis Healthcare
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2002 - 11.2002
- I was a part-time employee of the transcription department, which transcribed various physician notes.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for efficient document management.
- Accurately documented medical dictation to record patient care records.
- Demonstrated excellent skills to understand diverse accents and dialects.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Medical Transcriptionist
Self-Employed
Colorado Springs, CO
07.1996 - 11.2002
- Transcribed clinic notes for 8 physicians and 3 physician assistants with 3 different medical practices.
- Transcribed medical dictations with high accuracy and attention to detail.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to clarify terminology and context.
- Applied medical terminology related to provider-specific treatments and techniques.
- Worked cohesively with physicians and other clinical staff to complete transcriptions.
- Maintained security and privacy of records to protect patients and providers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Transcription
Denver Technical College
Colorado Springs, CO12.1994
Skills
- Transcribe dictations with speed and accuracy
- Editing and proofreading proficiency
- Advanced grammar skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology expertise in pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, pathology, medical terminology, and various medical specialties
- Strong work ethic
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
- Results-Oriented: High productivity, as well as excellent quality.
- Responsive and Respectful: I promptly respond to the needs of my customers, patients, and team members.
- Proficiency: I have worked in a hospital setting transcribing an extremely complex array of work encompassing every imaginable specialty/discipline, and in situations where dictators have strong ethnic accents.
- Quality Work: My random QA audits are always at 98.5% or above.
- Fast Learner: I am a quick study, striving to learn and be productive in all areas.
- Team Player: I am always available to help other members of my team. I am always available to members of my management team. I am willing to help out in other areas of expertise when needed.
Timeline
Senior Medical Transcriptionist
University of Colorado, Memorial Hospital
03.2007 - Current
Medical Transcriptionist
The Queen’s Medical Center
11.2002 - 02.2007
Medical Transcriptionist
Penrose St. Francis Healthcare
07.2002 - 11.2002
Medical Transcriptionist
Self-Employed
07.1996 - 11.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Transcription
Denver Technical College