Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Software
Certification
Interests
Timeline

Kathleen A Bremer

Health Care Patient Access
Carol Stream,IL

Summary

Highly adaptive, productive and energetic professional with experience and knowledge of administrative support. Aiming to leverage well-honed skillset via successfully filling the vital open role.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
2
2
Languages

Work History

Freelance Professional Musician

Self-Employed
Carol Stream, IL
09.1990 - Current
  • Established and grew business from teaching one student to teaching dozens, many of whom won awards and scholarships
  • Plan and prepare music lessons to support student needs, for a wide variety of abilities
  • Explain music theory, aural skills and fundamental concepts to teach students how to understand, analyze, perform and create music
  • Motivate students to practice music via offering positive reinforcement, thus encouraging continued progress
  • Practice 10+ hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills
  • Specialize in Classical and Irish music
  • Freelance as guest artist, at local and international performances

Medical Receptionist

Covenant Living
Carol Stream, IL
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Sole, full-time administrative support for a 60+ bed Skilled Nursing Facility
  • Managed all front desk reception and COVID screening activities while also providing administrative support to clinical staff, directors and visiting doctors/clinicians
  • Prepared patient paperwork including admission charts, 911 sendouts, outside medical appointments, fax requests, and discharges
  • Scanned and attached a wide variety of documents into patients' electronic medical files
  • Offered ample support to team members with creative solutions to complex challenges regarding scheduling, conflict resolution and patient care
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.

ER Patient Registration Representative

R1 RCM, Inc.
Glendale Heights, IL
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow
  • Accurately inputted patient and insurance information into company's computer system using multiple programs across multiple screens, with a 99% accuracy record
  • Imaged and scanned patient and registration documentation into electronic patient records
  • Disseminated sensitive patient information and coordinated with translators to offer personalized service to individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Referred and screened patients to make best use of resources, triage staff and serve community members
  • Organized patient files and streamlined operations to improve efficiency

Guest Services Advocate

Target
Glendale Heights, IL
08.2020 - 09.2020
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance. The store was frequently top-ranked, for such service.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
  • Mentored new team members on POS system operation, customer service strategies and sales goals
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels

Education

M.M. - Music

Northwestern University, Evanston, IL

B.M. - Music

Indiana University Bloomington, Bloomington, IN

Skills

Medical office administration

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Additional Information

Prior work as a HR Benefits Administrator

Software

Microsoft Office

Gmail

Excel

Vision Works

WorxHub

Certification

Infection Control

Interests

Nature Walks, Volunteering, Cultural Events, Traveling, History, Learning, Gardening, Swimming, Home Projects

Timeline

Medical Receptionist - Covenant Living
04.2021 - 03.2022
ER Patient Registration Representative - R1 RCM, Inc.
09.2020 - 04.2021
Guest Services Advocate - Target
08.2020 - 09.2020
Freelance Professional Musician - Self-Employed
09.1990 - Current
Northwestern University - M.M., Music
Indiana University Bloomington - B.M., Music
Kathleen A BremerHealth Care Patient Access