Dedicated hard-working, team player able to work independently looking to obtain an office position in the medical field where I can exercise my skills to contribute to the growth of a customer focused healthcare facility. Skilled administrative team member with in-depth understanding of medical standards, compliance requirements and operational procedures. Practiced problem-solver with friendly and caring mentality and excellent communication skills. Expertise in inventory management, customer service and inner-office operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Receptionist /Certified Medical Assistant
Hempstead Medical Group
Hempstead, NY
11.2022 - Current
Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
Performed data entry tasks related to billing and collections procedures.
Arranged hospital admissions for patients as required.
Interviewed patients to complete case histories and intake forms.
Routed laboratory or diagnostic results to appropriate staff.
Scheduled appointments, optimizing patient satisfaction, provider time and treatment room utilization.
Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
Photocopied insurance cards, documented details and verified patient coverage for upcoming procedures or appointments.
Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.
Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
Processed referrals for specialist care when requested by physicians or patients.
Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, collected and processed patient payments and maintained patient files.
Prepared clinic's patient records and implemented updates whenever data changed.
Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Ordered laboratory tests and scheduled appointments for patients.
Explained treatment procedures and physicians' instructions.
Certified Medical Assistant/Dr Haberman Dr Luntz
Advanced Urology Centers Of New York
Plainview, NY
04.2022 - 10.2022
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
Conducted endoscopic procedures such as cystoscopies, nephroscopies, and ureteroscopies for diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
Dental Office Manager Dr Lorraine Herrmann
Herrmann Dental Associates
Freeport, NY
12.2019 - 04.2022
Answered and managed incoming calls and emails
Collected payments from patients and arranged payment schedules
Verified, updated and entered patient information into system
Demonstrated proficiencies in telephone, e-mail, fax and front-desk reception within high-volume environment
Arranged documents for insurance claims
Scheduled cleanings and dental appointments for patients using appointment software
Maintained master calendar and scheduled new appointments based on provider availability
Checked patients in and out, verified insurance and collected co-pays to keep business administrative and financial records current
Handled telephone and in-person requests for assistance from new and established dental practice patients.
Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.
Maintained patient data with required regulatory chart documents, personal information and treatment consultation documentation.
Supervised and led team of dental hygienists and support staff of Number.
Recruited, hired and developed office teams to offer best-in-class patient care.
Managed office within budget guidelines for clerical and auxiliary supply purchases, equipment upgrades and labor costs.
Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
Achieved revenue goals with successful management of patient scheduling, receivables and miscellaneous operations expenses.
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
Medical Office Manager
Nassau Medical Group
Uniondale, NY
05.2015 - 12.2019
Medical records / Life Insurance Records
ECG/ Bladder Dysfunction Testing / Draw Blood
Glucose Testing / Pre-Authorization request on medication
Answer telephones, greet patient, enter patient demographics and updated patient information into the database
Assist patients with checking in and out, Schedule patient appointments, handle coding fee slips, verify insurance referrals, and collect co-payment
Assistants or calls for assistance with patients with ambulatory difficulties
Collects and copies insurance cards and other pertinent documents
Updated charts with latest information, test results and differential diagnoses
Ordered laboratory tests and analyzed results to make accurate decisions about planned treatments
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
Managed accounts receivable for the practice, ensuring timely payments from insurance companies and patients.
Customer Sales Representative
K.C WIRELESS
02.2008 - 08.2014
Calculated money to cashier and made change, processed return transactions and refund-credits to costumers
Served costumers when requesting new phones
Processed phone bill payments
Maintained quality control satisfaction records
Constantly seeking new ways to improve customer service
Assisted costumers at all times as priority when asking or requesting their needs
Received payments by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits
Issued receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers
Assisted customers by providing information and resolving their complaints
Established or identified prices of goods, services or admission, and tabulate bills using calculators, cash registers, or optical price scanners.