Kelly Turner
Elyria
Summary
Highly organized Flow Coordinator with significant experience in managing and streamlining operations. Proven ability to oversee workflows, coordinate teams, and implement process improvements for operational efficiency. Strong communication skills have led to positive teamwork and improved productivity in past roles. Key contributor known for enhancing system functionality and elevating overall team performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Flow Coordinator
Avon Surgery Center/Cleveland Eye Clinic
Avon
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during procedures by preparing operating rooms, sterilizing equipment, and providing necessary instruments
- Provided post-operative care instructions to patients, addressing any concerns or questions they may have had
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding surgery preparation guidelines such as fasting requirements and medication restrictions
- Ensured proper inventory management of surgical supplies by monitoring stock levels and placing orders as needed
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in the surgical suite to promote efficiency and safety
- Supported the coordination of multidisciplinary teams involved in complex surgeries, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and technicians
- Implemented electronic medical record system for streamlined documentation of patient information before surgery
- Trained new staff members on surgical coordination processes to ensure consistent quality of service delivery across the team
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing agreements for surgical supplies without compromising quality standards
- Assisted in managing patient flow within the clinic by coordinating schedules efficiently
- Managed surgeon's schedule, coordinating appointments and ensuring optimal utilization of time
- Supported surgeons during consultations by providing relevant medical records and assisting with patient assessments as needed
Medical Assistant/ Podiatry Assistant
Oberlin Foot and Ankle
Oberlin
12.2018 - 07.2023
- Developing x-rays
- Providing assistance during surgery
- Preparing patients for exams
- Making impressions of feet for orthotics and sterilizing instruments.
- Ordering supplies
- Organizing and storing supplies
- Restocking exam rooms
- Scheduling appointments
- Removing casts
Medical Assistant
North Ohio Heart/ Ohio Medical Group
Elyria
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Assisting the doctor during minor office procedures
- Back office
- Assisted in the examination and treatment of patients.
- Measured vital signs
- Recorded information on charts.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Giving injections and treatments and performed routine A1C test
- Setting up for PAP test
Medical Assistant
Kids First Pediatrics
Oberlin
11.2015 - 09.2016
- Assisted physicians and nurses in patient examinations, procedures, and treatments
- Prepared examination rooms by ensuring cleanliness and stocking necessary supplies
- Took vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiratory rate accurately
- Administered medications under the direction of healthcare professionals
- Performed basic laboratory tests including collecting specimens and conducting routine tests
- Managed patient medical records by accurately documenting information in electronic health record systems
- Scheduled appointments for patients, coordinating with other departments as needed
- Educated patients on medication instructions, post-treatment care, and preventive measures
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures by preparing sterile equipment and assisting during the procedure itself
- Supported front desk operations by greeting patients, checking them in/out, and managing phone calls efficiently
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy and confidentiality at all times
- Aided in training new medical assistants on office protocols and clinical procedures
- Assisted with administrative tasks such as filing documents or processing paperwork
- Closely monitored inventory levels of vaccines or medications requiring special storage conditions
Medical /Chiropractic Assistant
Xcell Medical Group
Elyria
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Responsibilities
- Maintaining and keeping track of office supplies
- Verifying insurance
- Sorting mail
- Transferring patients
- Maintaining an orderly work area
- Laundering towels and gowns used in the office
- Assisted with ultrasound guided knee injection
- Answered telephone and scheduled appointments
Medical Assistant
Superior Medical Care
Sheffield Vlg
10.2010 - 11.2013
- Performed secretarial duties, utilizing knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic and laboratory procedures.
- Compiled and recorded medical charts, reports and correspondence, using typewriter and word processor.
- Answered telephone and scheduled appointments.
- Assisted in the examination and treatment of patients.
- Measured vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height.
- Recorded information on charts.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Handed instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments.
- Gave injections and treatments and performed routine laboratory tests.
- Working with insurance
Medical Assistant
Dr. Richard Hammond
Avon
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Performed secretarial duties, utilizing knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic and laboratory procedures.
- Compiled and recorded medical charts, reports and correspondence, using typewriter and word processor.
- Assisted in the examination and treatment of patients.
- Measured vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height.
- Recorded information on charts.
- Prepared treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Handed instruments and materials to doctor as directed.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments.
- Working with insurance
Education
Medical assistant - Sheffield Village, OH
Ohio Business College
Sheffield Village, OH01.2010
Skills
- Family medicine
- Medical procedure assistance
- Internal medicine
- Medical receptionist
- Front desk
- Managing patient records
- Insurance prior authorization
- Medical procedure preparation
- Insurance verification
- Wound care
- Operating room preparation
- Appointment scheduling
- Ophthalmology
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Pediatrics
- Organizational skills
- Surgical coordination
- Medical inventory management
- Patient care instructions
- Electronic medical records
Certification
- First Aid and CPR, 10/01/18, 10/31/27
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Timeline
Surgical Flow Coordinator
Avon Surgery Center/Cleveland Eye Clinic
06.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant/ Podiatry Assistant
Oberlin Foot and Ankle
12.2018 - 07.2023
Medical Assistant
North Ohio Heart/ Ohio Medical Group
09.2016 - 11.2018
Medical Assistant
Kids First Pediatrics
11.2015 - 09.2016
Medical /Chiropractic Assistant
Xcell Medical Group
09.2013 - 07.2015
Medical Assistant
Superior Medical Care
10.2010 - 11.2013
Medical Assistant
Dr. Richard Hammond
09.2010 - 12.2010
Medical assistant - Sheffield Village, OH
Ohio Business College