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Jacquelyn Ness

Front office
Thornton,CO

Summary

Dynamic Patient Access Specialist with a proven track record at UC Health, excelling in patient registration and insurance verification. Recognized for exceptional customer service and effective conflict resolution, enhancing patient access efficiency. Proficient in electronic health records and adept at fostering seamless communication between patients and clinical staff.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Access Specialist

UC Health
04.2023 - Current

Facilitated patient registration and appointment scheduling using electronic health record systems.

  • Streamlined insurance verification processes to enhance patient access efficiency.
  • Obtained signatures from financial responsibility and treatment procedures from patients or guardians.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
  • Collaborated with clinical staff to ensure seamless patient transitions and care coordination.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Resolved patient inquiries regarding services, eligibility, and documentation requirements effectively.
  • Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
  • Typically, check in 60-80 patients daily myself

Front Office Assistant

North Washington Dental
11.2018 - 01.2023
  • Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations, ensuring optimal office workflow.
  • Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries and concerns promptly.
  • Coordinated insurance verification processes to facilitate seamless billing operations.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Maintained a professional and welcoming environment for clients, contributing to an overall positive experience.
  • Checked in 40-50 Patients daily, offering financial plans and payment estimates

Owner

Just Call Dental Temps
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Developed and implemented staffing solutions for dental practices, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Managed recruitment processes, ensuring timely placement of qualified dental professionals.
  • Fostered relationships with clients to understand staffing needs and provide tailored services.
  • Streamlined onboarding procedures for temporary staff, improving integration and compliance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Brookline High School
Boston, MA
05.1979

Skills

  • Patient registration
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Electronic health records
  • Insurance verification
  • Customer service excellence
  • Payment processing
  • Medical record management
  • Patient inquiry resolution
  • Front office operations
  • Professional communication
  • Front desk operations
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Patient scheduling
  • Fee collection
  • Medical terminology expertise
  • Specialist referrals
  • Healthcare software
  • Co-payment collection
  • Authorization verification
  • Phone and email etiquette
  • Patient check-in
  • Registration and admissions
  • Referral coordination
  • Regulatory compliance

Timeline

Patient Access Specialist

UC Health
04.2023 - Current

Front Office Assistant

North Washington Dental
11.2018 - 01.2023

Owner

Just Call Dental Temps
01.2016 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Brookline High School
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