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Kristen Barrera

Stanton,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented Patient Access Representative with extensive medical services background and strong work ethic. Excellent communications skills and strong determination, extremely reliable.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Access Team Lead

Martin County Family Clinic
09.2021 - Current
  • Streamlined patient registration process by implementing efficient workflows and reducing wait times.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Reduced errors in insurance verification by implementing thorough checks on coverage details and eligibility.
  • Developed training materials for new hires, resulting in reduced onboarding time and improved employee performance.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure the accuracy of data entry, leading to fewer billing discrepancies.
  • Conducted regular audits of patient accounts to identify errors or inconsistencies, resolving issues before they escalated into larger problems.
  • Provided ongoing support and guidance to team members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
  • Managed staff schedules effectively, balancing workloads while ensuring proper coverage during peak hours, resulting in better patient experiences.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
  • Collaborated with clinical staff to ensure accurate scheduling and coordination of patient appointments.
  • Managed the front staff, while supervisor is out of office.
  • Watched the daily load and helped where I was needed.
  • Kept up with daily stats and incoming patients every day.
  • Went over every encounter everyday for all providers that were in office to make sure there were no errors, and addressed to the clerk so it was fixed in a timely manner.

Patient Access Clerk

Martin County Family Clinic
09.2017 - 09.2021
  • Improved patient experience by efficiently managing appointment scheduling and registration processes.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and concerns related to appointments, billing, and insurance coverage.
  • Maintained compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding sensitive patient information throughout all stages of the registration process.
  • Conducted thorough pre-registration processes to verify demographic data.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while guiding patients through complex insurance plans and payment options.
  • Boosted efficiency in handling high-volume patient call load through adept utilization of multi-line phone systems.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Providing excellent customer service by promptly answering patient inquiries.
  • Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
  • Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.

Sales Associate

James Avery Jewelry
03.2013 - 01.2014

Assisted customers, processed customers purchases

Dental Assistant

Dentistry 4 Kids
08.2012 - 01.2013

Sterilized tools, front office work, impressions, x-rays, answering calls and scheduling appointments.

Education

Online Classes - Dental Assisting

University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Houston, TX
07.2011

Skills

  • Patient Registration
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Revenue Cycle Management
  • Customer service
  • Decision making
  • Team building
  • Performance management
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong leadership
  • Staff training
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Problem solving
  • Insurance Verification
  • Team Leadership

Timeline

Patient Access Team Lead

Martin County Family Clinic
09.2021 - Current

Patient Access Clerk

Martin County Family Clinic
09.2017 - 09.2021

Sales Associate

James Avery Jewelry
03.2013 - 01.2014

Dental Assistant

Dentistry 4 Kids
08.2012 - 01.2013

Online Classes - Dental Assisting

University of Texas Health Science Center Houston
Kristen Barrera