Kara Wilson
Hollister,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented Team Coordinator with extensive expertise in production tools and equipment operations, driving quality assurance and operational efficiency. Recognized for exceptional punctuality and initiative, consistently delivering high-quality work in manufacturing and assembly settings. Proficient in mechanical assembly, quality control procedures, and inventory management while excelling in teamwork, communication, and problem-solving to optimize workflow. Aiming to leverage strong analytical skills to enhance team performance and project completion rates.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Team Coordinator
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
Branson, Missouri
01.2024 - Current
- Reviewed management and statutory accounts to report requirements within pre-set timeframes.
- Discussed routine instructions to team members on job responsibilities and coordinated onboarding activities.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy of billing information and patient data.
- Entered procedure codes, diagnosis codes and patient information into billing software to facilitate invoicing and account management.
- Worked with team members to identify and develop process improvements.
- Submitted claims to insurance companies.
- Performed insurance verification, pre-certification and pre-authorization.
- Enforced compliance with organizational policies and federal requirements regarding confidentiality.
- Coordinated with admission team to schedule admission and recruitment programs.
- Maintained accurate records of admissions data and statistics.
- Prepared reports for senior management regarding admissions trends or outcomes.
- Completed document faxing, bookkeeping and accurate filing.
NRCCMA Lead Medical Assistant
Tri-Lakes Family Care
Branson , Missouri
11.2019 - 06.2023
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Evaluated lab specimens according to established protocols before sending them off for further testing.
- Assisted patients with registration, new patient paperwork and check-out process.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Managed front office operations, including scheduling patient appointments and managing patient records.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor surgeries or procedures when needed.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Ensured that all medical supplies were adequately stocked in the examination rooms.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Provided assistance to physicians with clinical tasks such as measuring vital signs and administering medications.
- Worked collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team in order to provide optimal care for each patient.
NRCCMA Lead Medical Assistant
Primary Care North Clinic
Kansas City , MO
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Provided assistance to physicians with clinical tasks such as measuring vital signs and administering medications.
- Developed effective strategies for improving customer service standards in order to increase patient satisfaction levels.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
- Set up, cleaned and stocked examination rooms with medical supplies.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, billing and coding of insurance claims.
- Reviewed patients' medical histories prior to their visits to ensure accuracy of information provided by the physician.
NRCCMA Medical Assistant
Cox Health Systems
Branson , Missouri
01.1999 - 11.2015
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
- Handled general office duties to support administrative staff during peak hours.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Reeds Spring High School
Reeds Spring, MO05-1996
National Health Care
Nebraska City, NESkills
- Schedule management
- Metric tracking
- Meeting leadership
- Team-building activities
- Meeting facilitation
- Supervisory expertise
- Team motivation
- Passion for continuous learning
- Management expertise
- Human resources
- Desire for efficiency
- Team leadership and coordination
- Time management
- Workflow management
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Active listening
- Complex Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
Certification
- NRCCMA
- 30 years in the medical field
Custom
- I have over 30 years in the medical field , I have a passion for helping patients in there medical needs & wants . I am confident in what I bring to the table as a person and as an employee , I am willing to grow and help succeed with helping and making a difference in this company .
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Team Coordinator
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
01.2024 - Current
NRCCMA Lead Medical Assistant
Tri-Lakes Family Care
11.2019 - 06.2023
NRCCMA Lead Medical Assistant
Primary Care North Clinic
11.2015 - 01.2017
NRCCMA Medical Assistant
Cox Health Systems
01.1999 - 11.2015
- NRCCMA
- 30 years in the medical field
High School Diploma -
Reeds Spring High School
National Health Care
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