Hardworking, reliable, Medical Administrative Professional with 25 years experience in a Hospital setting. Organized and ready to bring knowledge and abilities to a new position. Proven track record of multitasking while maintaining efficiency. Self directed, supportive team member to keep the workflow moving.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Office Assistant Scheduler
Health First Wound Care
Melbourne, FL
10.2024 - Current
Handled incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate personnel.
Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
Coordinated appointment schedules efficiently.
Managed scheduling for consultations and follow-up appointments.
Coordinated patient referrals between specialty providers.
Administrative Assistant
Health First Medical Group - Hospitalist
Melbourne, FL
07.2022 - 10.2024
Primary contact to determine admissions to the hospital from the Emergency Room and downgrades from the ICU.
Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy of billing information and patient data.
Provided administrative support to the executive team.
Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
ER Unit Secretary
Holmes Regional Medical Center
Melbourne, FL
10.2021 - 07.2022
Maintain organization in the Emergency Department by assisting the Physicians, Nurses and Medics with ongoing communications with the Lab, Radiology, Registration, Specialty Physicians and Primary Care Physicians.
Managing the flow of the ER by facilitating admits, discharges and transfers of patients in a timely manner.
Transcribes Physician orders through computer entry of diagnostic tests, consults, demographic and Kardex information.
Obtain and complete necessary consent forms for outside medical records and any procedures performed in the department.
Answered busy phone lines and troubleshooted to route calls appropriately.
Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate staff and departments.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed.
Unit Secretary
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Vero Beach, FL
11.2020 - 09.2021
Maintain organization in the Department by assisting the Physicians, Nurses and Therapists with ongoing communications with the Lab, Radiology, and Specialty Physicians.
Managing the flow of the Department by facilitating admits, discharges and transfers of patients in a timely manner. Coordinates appointments and transportation as needed for patients.
Transcribes Physician orders through computer entry of diagnostic tests, consults, demographic and Kardex information.
Obtain and complete necessary consent forms for outside medical records and any procedures performed in the department.
Answered busy phone lines and troubleshooted to route calls appropriately.
Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate staff and departments.
ER Unit Secretary
Melbourne Regional Medical Center
Melbourne, FL
05.2014 - 05.2020
Maintain organization in the Emergency Department by assisting the Physicians, Nurses and Medics with ongoing communications with the Lab, Radiology, Site Administrator, Registration, Specialty Physicians and Primary Care Physicians.
Managing the flow of the ER by facilitating admits, discharges and transfers of patients in a timely manner. Coordinates appointments and transportation as needed for patients.
Transcribes Physician orders through computer entry of diagnostic tests, consults, demographic and Kardex information.
Obtain and complete necessary consent forms for outside medical records and any procedures performed in the department.
Maintain radio communications with EMS.
Trained new employees.
Answered busy phone lines and troubleshooted to route calls appropriately.
Responding to patient call lights or intercom systems to determine patients needs.
Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate staff and departments.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies as needed.
PCU Unit Secretary / Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Bay Hospital
Palm Bay, FL
08.2017 - 02.2018
Maintain organization in the Department by assisting the Physicians, Nurses with ongoing communications with the Lab, Radiology, Site Administrator, Specialty Physicians.
Managing the flow of the Department by facilitating admits, discharges and transfers of patients in a timely manner. Coordinates appointments and transportation as needed for patients.
Transcribes Physician orders through computer entry of diagnostic tests, consults, demographic and Kardex information.
Obtain and complete necessary consent forms for outside medical records and any procedures performed in the department.
Trained new employees.
Answered busy phone lines and troubleshooted to route calls appropriately.
Responding to patient call lights or intercom systems to determine patients needs.
Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate staff and departments.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
ICU Unit Secretary
Indian River Medical Center
Vero Beach, FL.
02.2004 - 11.2013
Maintain organization in the Department by assisting the Physicians, Nurses with ongoing communications with the Lab, Radiology, Site Administrator, Specialty Physicians.
Managing the flow of the Department by facilitating admits, discharges and transfers of patients in a timely manner.
Transcribes Physician orders through computer entry of diagnostic tests, consults, demographic and Kardex information.
Obtain and complete necessary consent forms for outside medical records and any procedures performed in the department.
Trained new employees.
Answered busy phone lines and troubleshooted to route calls appropriately.
Responding to patient call lights or intercom systems to determine patients needs.
Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate staff and departments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consulate Health Care
Vero Beach, FL.
02.2003 - 02.2004
Responding to patient call lights or intercom systems to determine patients needs.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Unit Secretary / Certified Nursing Assistant
Holmes Regional Medical Center
Melbourne, FL.
04.2000 - 01.2003
Maintain organization in the Department by assisting the Physicians, Nurses with ongoing communications with the Lab, Radiology, Site Administrator, Specialty Physicians.
Managing the flow of the Department by facilitating admits, discharges and transfers of patients in a timely manner. Coordinates appointments and transportation as needed for patients.
Transcribes Physician orders through computer entry of diagnostic tests, consults, demographic and Kardex information.
Obtain and complete necessary consent forms for outside medical records and any procedures performed in the department.
Trained new employees.
Answered busy phone lines and troubleshooted to route calls appropriately.
Responding to patient call lights or intercom systems to determine patients needs.
Greeting and directing visitors to appropriate staff and departments.
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Provided hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education
GED -
Appleton East High School
Appleton, WI
01.1996
Skills
Incoming call management
Organization and prioritizing busy nursing units
Nursing unit operations
Extensive Medical Terminology knowledge
Patient chart maintenance
Meticulous attention to detail
Patient confidentiality
Dedicated team player
Patient focused care
References
Kim Merritt, RN 843-816-2733 merrittpk@aol.com
Wanda Brimhall, Unit Secretary 321-271-5157 wanbrim@aol.com
Barbara Criss, RN 772-919-2956 barb_criss@yahoo.com