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Janice Jones

Janice Jones

Denton,TX

Summary

Dynamic Medical Transcriptionist with 20 years of experience at a California-based transcription service, excelling in document accuracy and HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to enhance patient care through meticulous transcription and strong attention to detail, while maintaining client confidentiality and fostering effective communication with healthcare providers.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Transcriptionist

Self-employeed
01.1996 - 01.2016
  • Transcribed medical records dictated by doctors, working mainly for outpatient surgery centers, working at my home in Houston, Tomball and Rhome Texas. I maintained numerous medical refeence books for the various specialties, and reference books for medications. My work was forwarded to the transcription service with whom I contracted, and then transferred to the surgery center to be in the patient's file. My work was required on a 24-hour turnaround time.
  • Corrected grammar, spelling, and syntax mistakes in medical records.
  • Accurately documented medical dictation to record patient care records.
  • Maintained high levels of confidentiality with sensitive patient information following HIPAA guidelines.
  • Enhanced accuracy of medical records by transcribing detailed physician dictations.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Reduced errors in medical reports by reviewing, editing, and proofreading transcripts for clarity and consistency.
  • Improved turnaround time for report generation by efficiently managing transcription tasks.
  • Demonstrated excellent skills to understand diverse accents and dialects.
  • Conducted thorough research on unfamiliar terms or phrases during the transcription process which contributed to accurate and comprehensive medical reports.
  • Referred to variety of medical sources to prevent mistakes in medical terms.
  • Maintained compliance with legal and medical requirements, internal protocols and oversight committee standards.
  • Recorded information using word processing, dictation and transcription software and equipment.
  • Ensured consistent formatting across all documents, adhering to established templates and style guides for report presentation.
  • Provided exceptional service to healthcare providers by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to transcribed reports.
  • Maintained security and privacy of records to protect patients and providers.
  • Developed expertise in various specialty areas, adapting transcription style to cater to specific medical disciplines.
  • Contributed to a professional work environment by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining open communication with supervisors and colleagues.
  • Identified and rectified inconsistencies, deficiencies and discrepancies in medical documentation.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with changes in workload or assignments, ensuring seamless transitions between projects.
  • Expedited urgent document requests, ensuring prompt delivery of critical information to healthcare providers.
  • Stayed up-to-date with medical terminology and industry trends to maintain accuracy in transcriptions.
  • Improved healthcare outcomes with detailed transcriptions that allowed for comprehensive patient history analysis.
  • Reduced transcription backlog, prioritized urgent reports for immediate attention.
  • Streamlined patient care processes by providing timely and accurate medical transcriptions for physician review.
  • Contributed to patient safety, meticulously transcribed complex medical terminology and treatment plans.
  • Ensured accurate medical records by transcribing audio recordings of medical professionals, contributing to high-quality patient care.
  • Improved report turnaround times with efficient transcription of patient encounters and medical procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with legal requirements by accurately transcribing consent and treatment refusal documents.
  • Reduced errors in medical records by conducting thorough reviews and corrections of transcriptions before submission.
  • Maintained high level of accuracy in transcriptions, ensuring that patient care decisions were based on reliable information.
  • Enhanced data privacy, adhered to HIPAA guidelines during transcription and transfer of medical records.
  • Verified medical terminology and codes to deliver accurate and up-to-date information.
  • Transcribed sensitive documents with complete confidentiality.
  • Expertly transcribed medical reports for variety of physicians in hospital setting.
  • Utilized templates and macros to streamline transcription processes.
  • Produced and delivered transcripts within anticipated timeframes to meet tight deadlines.
  • Reviewed and edited transcripts to verify and provide accurate and complete information.
  • Performed freelance work with flexibility to meet employer-set deadlines.

I worked in this position full-time for those 20 years for a transcription service based in California and dealing with outpatient surgery centers nationwide. It was a very interesting job and very fulfilling, learning new medical terms and new drugs almost on a daily basis..

Legal Secretary

Wykoff, Russell, Dunn and Frasier, From 1983 to 1993, Then Self Employes Until 1996.
01.1983 - 01.1993
  • Managed scheduling and coordination of attorney meetings and court appearances.
  • Prepared legal documents, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained organized filing systems for confidential case files and client records.
  • Facilitated communication between attorneys, clients, and external stakeholders effectively.
  • Streamlined office processes to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce turnaround time on documents.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information to protect client privacy and uphold professional ethics.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and attorneys, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries.
  • Arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
  • Organized files for court proceedings.
  • Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
  • Organized and maintained an efficient electronic filing system for easy access to critical documents and data.
  • Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when greeting clients and answering phone calls, fostering a welcoming environment.
  • Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
  • Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
  • Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
  • Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.
  • Transcribed legal documents and phone conversations.
  • Reduced errors in legal documents by implementing thorough proofreading processes.
  • Scheduled all appointments, appearances and briefings.
  • Scheduled and made appointments for 1 attorney.
  • Coordinated meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements for attorneys, ensuring seamless scheduling across the firm.
  • Enhanced attorney productivity with proficient management of case files and schedules.
  • Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and spelling.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal document preparation.
  • Developed strong relationships with court personnel to ensure smooth filing processes and adherence to regulations.
  • Streamlined office procedures for increased efficiency in handling legal matters.
  • Ensured compliance with court rules by staying up-to-date on changing regulations related to filings and other requirements.
  • Supported case preparation by drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
  • Enhanced accuracy of legal documents by conducting meticulous proofreading, reducing need for revisions.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of all client and firm information, reinforcing firm's commitment to client privacy.
  • Streamlined billing process, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing for firm's services.
  • Improved client satisfaction by providing detailed case updates and maintaining open lines of communication.
  • Managed complex legal document preparation to ensure compliance with court deadlines, contributing to firm's reputation for reliability.
  • Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
  • Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
  • Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.

Legal Secretary

05.1967 - 05.1970

Education

High School Diploma -

El Centro Union High School
El Centro, CA
05-1964

Skills

  • Proofreading expertise
  • Physician collaboration
  • Records maintenance professional
  • Team development
  • Strong work ethic
  • Strong listening skills
  • Fast typing speed
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Document accuracy
  • Resourceful and reliable worker
  • Continuous learning mindset
  • HIPAA requirements
  • Close attention to detail
  • Adept multi-tasker
  • Medical terminology
  • Editing
  • Medical terminology expert
  • Phones, faxing, and filing
  • Information verification
  • Patient histories
  • Excellent verbal communication
  • Transcription
  • Medical transcription
  • Client confidentiality maintenance
  • Medical terminology proficiency
  • Maintains strict confidentiality
  • Good written communication
  • Document quality
  • Organization skills
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail

Work Preference

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

Remote

Timeline

Medical Transcriptionist

Self-employeed
01.1996 - 01.2016

Legal Secretary

Wykoff, Russell, Dunn and Frasier, From 1983 to 1993, Then Self Employes Until 1996.
01.1983 - 01.1993

High School Diploma -

El Centro Union High School

Legal Secretary

05.1967 - 05.1970

Work Availability

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