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Kaitlyn Olson

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Medical professional prepared for this role, bringing valuable experience in clinical and administrative functions. Known for reliable support in patient care and effective communication with healthcare teams. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability to meet changing priorities. Proficient in patient interaction, medical record management, and office support tasks.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Representative

Optum Health United
Fort Collins, CO
03.2025 - Current

I currently work as a customer service representative with Optums call center. My days consist of taking a minimum of 60 calls from patients, making appointments, sending tasks to the clinical team and providing good customer service

  • Process patient insurance verifications to ensure eligibility and coverage before appointments.
  • Address patient inquiries by providing accurate information on services and procedures promptly.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.

Medical Assistant

Optum
Loveland, CO
03.2024 - Current

During my work as a Medical Assistant, I worked directly with 3 providers mostly alone. I assisted with rooming patients in a timely manner, processing referrals and prior authorizations and patient call backs with lab/imaging results.

  • Conduct patient intake assessments to gather comprehensive medical histories and current health concerns.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Educate patients on treatment plans and medication instructions, ensuring understanding and adherence.
  • Implement infection control protocols during procedures to maintain safety standards in clinical environments.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.

Respite Care Provider

Pikes Peak Respite Services
01.2024 - Current

I provide care for children and adults with disabilities, basic care duties, help patients with independence strategies, charting, appointment making

  • Implement behavior management strategies to support emotional well-being in patients during care sessions.
  • Assist clients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene and meal preparation consistently.
  • Engage patients in recreational activities designed to promote physical health and social interaction actively.
  • Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, minimizing stress on both patients and their families.

Patient Access Specialist

Optum
Loveland, CO
03.2024 - 04.2025

Small family practice with 3 providers and full schedules. Working front desk I make appointments, take phone calls, provide customer service, coordinate schedules, faxing and scanning into patient charts, checking insurance, and take patient copays

  • Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and hospital policies.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Collaborated with clinical staff to ensure seamless coordination of care for patients.

Patient Access Specialist Urology

UCHealth
Fort Collins, CO
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Facilitated patient check-in processes by verifying insurance coverage and collecting necessary documentation.
  • Managed appointment scheduling through electronic health record systems to optimize provider availability.
  • Monitored appointment cancellations and no-shows, implementing strategies to fill gaps in schedules promptly.
  • Handled sensitive situations involving distressed patients with empathy maintaining professionalism throughout interactions.
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Collected and validated patient demographics and insurance information.

Appointment Coordinator/Ordering Coordinator

Lac Du Flambeau Health Center
Lac du Flambeau, WI
07.2018 - 08.2022
  • Resolve scheduling conflicts by communicating effectively with patients and medical staff promptly.
  • Verify and update patient information in real-time during appointment bookings to ensure accuracy.
  • Directed telephone calls to appropriate parties.
  • Demonstrated flexibility by adjusting schedules quickly in response to last-minute changes or requests from both clients and service providers.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and existing clients.
  • Implemented data tracking methods for orders and appointments, enhancing accuracy in reporting and planning efforts.
  • Managed supplier performance by conducting regular reviews of product quality issues, delivery timeliness, and overall vendor relations.

Chiropractic Assistant

Team Health Care Clinic
Champlin, MN
04.2020 - 12.2020
  • Duties include: appointment making, rooming patients, taking vital signs, modalities (ultrasound, massage therapy), performing neurofeedback therapy, neurological exams, working one on one with different neurological tests, assisting the provider with neurological exercises

Service Advisor/sales

Rhinelander GM
Rhinelander, WI
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Appointment making, customer service, phone calls, writing repair orders, cashier, phone calls
  • Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.
  • Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
  • Coordinated effectively with technicians and management staff, ensuring seamless communication throughout the entire service process.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed, ensuring accuracy in billing and warranty claims processing.

CNA

Aspirus VNA Home Health
Ironwood, MI
04.2017 - 01.2018
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.

BDC Cleaning

C.G. Bretting Mfg. Co. Inc.
Ashland, WI
08.2012 - 09.2017
  • I perform basic cleaning duties at Bretting Mfg. I clean/disinfect restrooms and mop, clean personal offices and personal cubicles, and vacuum offices and conference rooms to prepare them for meetings.

Receptionist/Clinical Duties (Fill In)

Rocco Medical Clinic- Dr. Jeffery Miller, MD
Wakefield, MI
03.2014 - 08.2017
  • I work as a fill-in receptionist for Dr. Miller, my duties include: Answering patient phone calls, making appointments, checking-in/checking-out patients, faxing, all general office duties.
  • I also fill-in for clinical duties as needed, these duties include: Assisting the Dr. with procedures, Data collection, documentation and assessments, vital sign monitoring, performing lab tests and diagnostic procedures, lab work documentation and delivery.

Education

Nursing - Undergraduate, MA

Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ
01-2017

Nursing - MA

Gogebic Community College
Ironwood, MI
01-2015

General - General

Hurley High School
Hurley, WI
01-2013

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Data entry
  • Call center experience
  • Payment processing
  • Scheduling
  • Documentation
  • Medical terminology
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • EMR / EHR
  • Direct patient care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Phlebotomy
  • Procedure assistance
  • CPR
  • Specimens collection and processing

Certification

  • BLS Certification
  • State Tested Nursing Assistant
  • CPR/First Aid Certification January 2024 to January 2026

Timeline

Customer Service Representative

Optum Health United
03.2025 - Current

Medical Assistant

Optum
03.2024 - Current

Patient Access Specialist

Optum
03.2024 - 04.2025

Respite Care Provider

Pikes Peak Respite Services
01.2024 - Current

Patient Access Specialist Urology

UCHealth
08.2022 - 12.2023

Chiropractic Assistant

Team Health Care Clinic
04.2020 - 12.2020

Appointment Coordinator/Ordering Coordinator

Lac Du Flambeau Health Center
07.2018 - 08.2022

Service Advisor/sales

Rhinelander GM
01.2018 - 07.2018

CNA

Aspirus VNA Home Health
04.2017 - 01.2018

Receptionist/Clinical Duties (Fill In)

Rocco Medical Clinic- Dr. Jeffery Miller, MD
03.2014 - 08.2017

BDC Cleaning

C.G. Bretting Mfg. Co. Inc.
08.2012 - 09.2017

Nursing - MA

Gogebic Community College

General - General

Hurley High School

Nursing - Undergraduate, MA

Penn Foster College
Kaitlyn Olson