Ginny Vachal
Omaha,NE
Summary
Medical assistant with a background in patient intake, rooming, vital signs, EMR updates, specimen collection, and appointment scheduling across clinical and remote settings. Known for clear communication, careful documentation, and dependable support for providers, patients, and care teams in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Heartland Center for Reproductive Medicine
Omaha, NE
05.2024 - Current
- Support physician during patient examinations, tests, and procedures to enhance patient care.
- Assist providers with patient intake and rooming workflows.
- Recorded vital signs and updated electronic medical records.
- Collected blood specimens using venipuncture and capillary techniques
- Communicated test results and care plans to patients, facilitating their understanding and ongoing treatment.
- Maintained clean, well-stocked examination rooms to ensure readiness for incoming patients.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Sr Associate Patient Care Coordinator Remote
Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, Nebraska
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed referrals and insurance authorizations for Nebraska Medicine patients
- Coordinated Nebraska Medicine patient scheduling and appointment changes.
- Provided ongoing communication with patients, families, and other healthcare providers regarding treatment plans and progress.
- Communicated with patients to ensure quality of care and develop care plans.
- Ensured that all necessary documentation was completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
- Processed patient intake information and updated medical records prior to treatment.
Surgery Scheduler
Nebraska Medicine
Omaha , NE
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Coordinated surgeon, anesthesia, and patient calendars for surgical appointments.
- Verified insurance authorization and referral requirements before procedure scheduling.
- Collected patient history, demographics, and consent details for surgery files.
- Communicated preoperative instructions and arrival times to patients and families.
- Updated electronic health records with procedure dates and scheduling changes.
- Resolved scheduling conflicts with operating room staff and clinic teams.
Medical Assistant
Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, Nebraska
05.2012 - 07.2023
- Directed patients to exam rooms, answered questions, and prepared them for physician examinations, ensuring a smooth workflow.
- Collected and recorded patient medical data, including blood pressure, pulse, height, and weight, to support accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Helped with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for physician review.
- Provided patient education on procedures, medications, and physician instructions to support better outcomes.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, managed fax communication, and filed past medical information, streamlining patient intake processes.
- Trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Participated in training sessions and meetings to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Performed clerical duties, including word processing, phone support, and filing.
Supervisor/Medical Assistant
Ridgeview Medical
Omaha, Nebraska
06.2008 - 05.2012
- Directed patients to exam rooms, addressed inquiries, and prepared for physician examinations to ensure smooth patient flow.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Collected and documented patient medical information and vitals.
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
- Submitted prescriptions to a pharmacy via phone, fax or web.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and provided sample pharmaceuticals to enhance patient care experience.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Trained and oriented new staff on procedures and policies to ensure compliance and effective team integration.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University, Omaha, NE
Omaha, NE01-2009
High School Diploma -
Millard West High School
Omaha, NE05-2003
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NESkills
- Clinical Support
- Medical record updates
- Electronic Charting
- Appointment Scheduling
- Data Entry
- Patient Issue Resolution
- Standards Compliance
- Multitasking
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Clear Communication
- Patient Relations
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Heartland Center for Reproductive Medicine
05.2024 - Current
Sr Associate Patient Care Coordinator Remote
Nebraska Medicine
07.2023 - 05.2024
Surgery Scheduler
Nebraska Medicine
03.2022 - 07.2023
Medical Assistant
Nebraska Medicine
05.2012 - 07.2023
Supervisor/Medical Assistant
Ridgeview Medical
06.2008 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Kaplan University, Omaha, NE
High School Diploma -
Millard West High School
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Metropolitan Community College