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Gabriela Taveras

Islip Terrace

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience as a HIM Clerk at Our Lady of Consolation Nursing Home. Proficient in medical terminology and HIPAA compliance, I excel in communication and organizational skills, ensuring efficient patient care and support. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I foster positive interactions and streamline administrative processes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HIM CLERK

Our Lady of Consolation Nursing Home
West Islip
04.2024 - Current
  • Responded to patient requests in an efficient manner while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Assisted nurses with clerical duties such as filing, faxing, and data entry.
  • Provided support to nursing staff by ordering supplies and equipment, scheduling appointments, obtaining lab results and organizing patient information.
  • Facilitated communication between various healthcare professionals regarding patient care needs.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
  • Answered telephone inquiries from patients, physicians, and other healthcare staff.
  • Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
  • Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
  • Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
  • Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.

Receptionist

Skurka Chiropractic
Islip
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Greet and check in patients, ensuring a welcoming environment
  • Schedule patient appointments, optimizing clinic resources for timely service
  • Manage phone calls, address patient concerns, and direct inquiries to appropriate staff
  • Process insurance verifications and billing, maintaining accurate patient records
  • Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, and inventory management
  • Conduct follow-up calls for appointment reminders and service feedback
  • Disinfect and prepare rooms for patient visits, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Receptionist

NB RIM REPAIR
Bay Shore
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Conduct quality checks on repaired rims to maintain standards
  • Maintain a clean and organized shop environment
  • Translate communications between the owner and English-speaking individuals
  • Assist with scheduling appointments, managing inventory, and handling customer inquiries
  • Promote services to local dealerships, securing partnerships and contracts.

Receptionist

Alba Beauty Salon
Bay Shore
05.2017 - 10.2020
  • Greeted clients, scheduled appointments, and managed phone calls
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the salon reception area
  • Provided product recommendations and assisted with retail sales.

Bookkeeper/Secretary

USA Painting
08.2018 - 12.2018
  • Managed bookings via phone, email, in person
  • Handled guest arrivals and departures, prepared bills, and processed payments
  • Managed messages and special requests from guests.

Education

EMT Certification - Emergency Medicine

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY
12-2024

East Islip High School

Skills

  • Cashiering
  • QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Front desk operations and organizational skills
  • Medical terminology and documentation review
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • CPR certification
  • EMS Volunteer
  • Hospice Care experience
  • Excellent communication and time management skills
  • Greeting And Seating Clients
  • Payment Verification
  • File Management
  • Customer Assistance And Interaction
  • Medical Charting
  • Administrative Skills
  • Filing System Management
  • Office Supplies Ordering
  • Insurance Claims
  • Appointment Confirmation
  • Telephone Answering
  • Schedule Management
  • Hipaa Compliance
  • Front Office Management

Certification

  • Personal Care Aide
  • Certified Home Health Aide
  • Driver's License
  • EMS Volunteer
  • CPR Certification

Timeline

HIM CLERK

Our Lady of Consolation Nursing Home
04.2024 - Current

Receptionist

Skurka Chiropractic
08.2023 - 04.2024

Receptionist

NB RIM REPAIR
10.2021 - 12.2023

Bookkeeper/Secretary

USA Painting
08.2018 - 12.2018

Receptionist

Alba Beauty Salon
05.2017 - 10.2020

EMT Certification - Emergency Medicine

Suffolk County Community College

East Islip High School
Gabriela Taveras