Grace Dye
Greenwood,Indiana
Summary
Compassionate Deputy Coroner with proven ability to manage investigations and casework efficiently. Known for productivity and completing tasks within tight deadlines without compromising accuracy or thoroughness. Specialized skills include forensic pathology knowledge, scene investigation techniques, and evidence handling. Excel in communication, empathy, and decisiveness - critical soft skills for navigating sensitive situations and interacting with diverse individuals during challenging times. Personable Medical Assistant bringing several years of hands-on experience balancing problematic administrative and clinical duties to achieve patient satisfaction. Offering thorough understanding of medical registration process and procedures to streamline client processing. Compassionate and respectful collaborator recognized for delivering high-quality healthcare and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Hancock Dermatology
Greenfield, Indiana
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
Deputy Coroner
Rush County Coroners Office
Rushville , IN
08.2021 - Current
- Performed death scene investigations and autopsies to determine the cause of death.
- Conducted interviews with family members, witnesses and medical personnel to obtain pertinent information related to a case.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local law enforcement, medical professionals and funeral directors.
- Prepared detailed reports on each case for review by the coroner or medical examiner.
- Organized evidence collected from crime scenes for analysis by forensic pathologists.
- Verified legal documents such as wills, trusts and marriage certificates related to cases under investigation.
- Assisted in organizing the office filing system of autopsy records, photographs and other relevant paperwork.
- Analyzed data from toxicology tests conducted during autopsies to assess potential causes of death.
- Provided support services for families of deceased persons including notification of next-of-kin and assistance with funeral arrangements.
- Reviewed police reports, medical records, lab results and witness statements pertaining to deaths under investigation.
- Attended court hearings related to cases under investigation to provide expert testimony when needed.
- Completed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, preparing correspondence and maintaining official records.
- Coordinated transportation of bodies between locations for autopsy examinations or burial services.
- Adhered to all applicable laws governing the release of confidential information regarding cases under investigation.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to topics such as death scene management, investigative techniques and legal procedures associated with coroner duties.
- Maintained professional working relationships with coworkers within the coroner's office.
- Prepared legal documents to accompany bodies and facilitate transportation, interment or legal actions.
- Performed analysis on bodies and other pieces of evidence to determine causes and manners of death.
- Contacted families and next of kin of deceased to inform of deaths and gather further information for to support reviews.
- Sterilized tools, tables, and surrounding areas to prevent spread of infections or contamination of evidence.
- Supervised removal of bodies from death scenes to transport to morgues.
- Collected and analyzed data samples from various toxicology and pathology tests to add to information gleaned from autopsies.
- Interviewed witnesses at death scenes to obtain collateral information to determine manner of death.
- Kept detailed records of bodily injuries and submitted reports to investigating officials, family members and legal bodies.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy
Indianapolis School Of Phlebotomy
Indianapolis, IN 06-2021
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Regency Beauty Institute
Greenwood, IN10-2011
High School Diploma -
Rushville Consolidated High School
Rushville, IN06-2001
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Patient-focused care
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Billing
- Understanding of medical laws
- Evidence Preservation
- Written Communication
- Emergency Response
- Remains identification
- Excellent Communication
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
Certification
- Cosmetologist
- Phlebotomist
- 40 hr Death Investigation
- Patient Navigation
- Medical Assistant
- CDT
- CST
- MDI
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Hancock Dermatology
09.2022 - Current
Deputy Coroner
Rush County Coroners Office
08.2021 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy
Indianapolis School Of Phlebotomy
Associate of Arts - Cosmetology
Regency Beauty Institute
High School Diploma -
Rushville Consolidated High School
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