Irene Carter
Kentwood,LA
Summary
Skilled in purchasing and receiving. Skilled in procurement and inventory management, fostering vendor relationships to optimize resources and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Universal Behavior Health Hospital
- Managed electronic health records using EMR systems to maintain accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Implemented standardized procedures for data entry, improving workflow efficiency and reducing errors.
- Conducted regular audits of patient records to ensure completeness and adherence to privacy laws.
- Trained new staff on medical coding practices and software applications, enhancing team productivity.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to resolve discrepancies in patient information and improve data quality.
- Managed the release of information process, safeguarding sensitive patient data while adhering to legal requirements.
- Assisted healthcare providers with timely access to accurate medical records, contributing to better patient outcomes.
- Optimized storage solutions for physical medical records while ensuring easy retrieval when needed.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations through diligent management of confidential patient data.
- Reduced errors in coding diagnoses and procedures by meticulously reviewing medical records for accuracy.
- Monitored changes in regulations and guidelines affecting medical records management, adjusting departmental policies accordingly.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement in documentation practices.
- Implemented electronic health record systems, improving the accessibility and organization of medical documentation.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scaning and indexing important documents and files.
- Developed and maintained organized filing system for medical records to adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
- Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing medical records.
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
St. Helena Hospital
- Enhanced patient care by accurately organizing and maintaining medical records and health information.
- Acted as a liaison between departments, coordinating efforts to achieve efficient interdepartmental communication concerning health information management.
- Contributed to revenue cycle management by accurately coding services rendered for billing purposes.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate documentation of patient conditions and treatments.
- Streamlined record-keeping processes for increased efficiency in retrieving crucial patient information.
- Assisted patients in understanding their rights regarding personal health information privacy under HIPAA regulations.
- Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and details of medical records.
- Generated and maintained statistical data related to medical records.
- Processed and tracked requests for medical records from external organizations.
- Assisted in preparation of medical reports for external parties.
- Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
- Followed exact procedures for handling transfers and other releases of medical records.
- Researched and resolved medical record discrepancies.
- Used classification manuals to gain additional knowledge of disease and diagnoses processes.
- Managed electronic health records using EMR systems to maintain accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Implemented standardized procedures for data entry, improving workflow efficiency and reducing errors.
- Conducted regular audits of patient records to ensure completeness and adherence to privacy laws.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to resolve discrepancies in patient information and improve data quality.
- Managed the release of information process, safeguarding sensitive patient data while adhering to legal requirements.
- Assisted healthcare providers with timely access to accurate medical records, contributing to better patient outcomes.
- Optimized storage solutions for physical medical records while ensuring easy retrieval when needed.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations through diligent management of confidential patient data.
- Reduced errors in coding diagnoses and procedures by meticulously reviewing medical records for accuracy.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement in documentation practices.
- Implemented electronic health record systems, improving the accessibility and organization of medical documentation.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scaning and indexing important documents and files.
- Developed and maintained organized filing system for medical records to adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
- Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Sorted and distributed incoming and outgoing medical records.
Tool Room Manager
Southland Steel Fabricators
03.2021 - 05.2025
- Purchasing and Receiving of all new equipment, rental equipment, tools, consumable's, gas, etc.
- Assisted in maintaining tool inventory and organization within the tool room.
- Learned safety protocols for handling tools and machinery effectively.
- Supported team by preparing tools for upcoming projects and tasks.
- Collaborated with technicians to ensure timely availability of necessary tools.
- Developed familiarity with various types of tools and their applications.
- Contributed to regular assessments of tool condition for maintenance scheduling.
- Engaged in training sessions on proper tool usage and safety practices.
- Adapted quickly to changing project demands, ensuring efficient tool management processes.
- Assisted in budget planning for tool purchases, ensuring the most cost-effective options were selected without sacrificing quality or functionality.
- Enhanced tool room efficiency by implementing inventory management systems and procedures.
- Leveraged vendor relationships to negotiate favorable pricing on new tool acquisitions, saving company resources over time.
- Managed tool room staff, fostering a supportive team environment and promoting professional development.
- Sourced specialty tools required for unique projects, collaborating closely with engineers and project managers to meet specific requirements.
- Optimized storage solutions to maximize available space while maintaining accessibility for all tools needed on the job floor.
- Stayed current with industry trends and new technologies, proactively identifying ways to incorporate them into the existing tool room operations for maximum benefit.
- Collaborated with production managers to identify areas for improvement in tool usage and storage.
- Efficiently resolved any tool-related issues or complaints, ensuring minimal impact on production schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of tool usage, minimizing instances of lost or misplaced equipment.
- Streamlined tool issuance processes, enabling faster response times to production needs.
- Regularly audited inventory levels, adjusting as needed based on fluctuations in demand from various departments within the organization.
- Established preventive maintenance schedules, prolonging the lifespan of tools and reducing costs associated with replacements.
- Conducted regular quality checks on tools, identifying any necessary repairs or replacements before they impacted production timelines.
- Reduced downtime for production lines by ensuring timely maintenance and repair of tools.
- Unpacked, inspected and stored new tools according to crib plans.
- Verified computer inventory against physical inventory and resolved discrepancies.
- Maintained instruments and tools to help team complete maintenance tasks quickly and with accurate outcomes.
- Kept inventory of hand tools and gauges calibrated for use.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing tools to track locations.
- Charged raw materials to specific jobs and documented lost or broken tools.
- Received incoming shipments of tools and equipment from trucks.
- Tracked excess materials and coordinated returns of damaged or unused items to vendors.
- Facilitated preventive maintenance on equipment in line with company standards.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Education
High School Diploma -
Live Oak High
Watson, La05-1966
Skills
- Procurement and inventory management
- Data entry
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Basic Excel skills
- Vendor Relationships
- Quality assurance checks
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical documentation
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved inventory by completing accurately counting with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved organizing through effectively helping with creating an easy organized tool room for easy access to all consumables and machine parts.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Tool Room Manager
Southland Steel Fabricators
03.2021 - 05.2025
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
Universal Behavior Health Hospital
Medical Records and Health Information Technician
St. Helena Hospital
High School Diploma -
Live Oak High
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