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Overview
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James Gladden

Kathleen,GA

Summary

Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Technician

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
  • Utilized CPRS and other medical software to document and track patient progress.
  • Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
  • Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Triaged patients in office or by phone to assess severity of conditions.
  • Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
  • Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.

Sterile Processing Supervisor/Assistant

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
02.2010 - Current
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Served as a Contracting Officer's Representative(COR) in the Nursing Service line.
  • Demonstrated keen ability to be creative and make quick and decisive decisions by having the ability to communicate orally and by writing.
  • Provided data coordination by using automated software, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing to produce technical documents, reports, and correspondence.
  • In-depth knowledge of methods and techniques of automation, research, statistical analysis, and report preparation.
  • Knowledge of inventory management support activities.
  • Knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques used in inventory management to support major programs.
  • Knowledge of established methods and techniques used in analytical and evaluative studies of inventory management programs and operations gain by being a Contracting Officer's Representative(COR).


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Security Officer

Atrium Health Union
08.2006 - 01.2010
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
  • Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
  • Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
  • Performed background checks and fingerprinting of new employees.

Hospital Corpsman

U.S. Naval Hospital
01.1991 - 02.1999
  • Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
  • Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
  • Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
  • Performed medical billing and coding in outpatient clinic.
  • Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
  • Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
  • Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
  • Input data into computer programs and filing systems utilizing my keen knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
  • Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
  • Schedule appointments, order supplies, and performed customer service.

Education

High School Diploma -

Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NC

Certificate -

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman School
Great Lakes, IL
08.1993

Skills

  • Clinical Support
  • Critical Thinking
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Records and Documentation

Accomplishments

Achieved certificate of completion of the Emerging VA Leaders(EVAL) program in 2016.

Timeline

Health Technician

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
07.2020 - Current

Sterile Processing Supervisor/Assistant

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center
02.2010 - Current

Security Officer

Atrium Health Union
08.2006 - 01.2010

Hospital Corpsman

U.S. Naval Hospital
01.1991 - 02.1999

High School Diploma -

Richmond Senior High School

Certificate -

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman School
James Gladden