Evaluated credit reports to uncover problems and develop strategies for consolidating and reducing client debt.
Negotiated with creditors on behalf of clients to arrange for payment adjustments, interest rate reductions or payment plans.
Received and submitted customer payments to further reduce open account balances.
Interviewed clients by telephone or in-person to gather financial information.
Calculated clients' available monthly income to meet debt obligations.
Responded to client concerns and questions about credit scores and methods to improve numbers.
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Admissions Clerk
Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan, KY
08.2020 - 01.2022
Greeted patients warmly to increase comfort and create rapport.
Collected information, forms and signatures from patients or family members to create efficient admissions experience.
Safeguarded patient data in compliance with HIPAA and [Type] facility policies.
Communicated important information to supervisor and medical team to reduce chance of errors.
Verified insurance information, collected payment or co-payment for services and created record of visit for future billing.
Accurately inputted patient and insurance information into company's computer system using [Software].
Assisted in patient admission process based on federal and state laws.
Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy.
Nursing Service Clerk Medical Floor
Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan, KY
08.2018 - 08.2020
Greeted incoming customers and answered questions about available services.
Maintained and organized service reception area and checkout counters.
Restocked supplies such as printer paper, pens and paper clips.
Closed work out orders by accepting payments, issuing receipts and filing documents.
Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
Histology Technologist
Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan, KY
11.2011 - 08.2018
Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
Completed complex histological procedures to prepare slides for analysis.
Minimized infection risk by regularly cleaning and disinfecting work areas and equipment.
Logged over [Number] samples on average, handling each expertly to prevent contamination.
Stayed current on changing procedures to offer expert support for histology laboratory activities.
Conducted tests correctly to obtain accurate results used to support patients' needs and diagnose conditions.
Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
Kept grossing room fully stocked with necessary supplies and equipment ready for use.
Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
Entered and tracked results of analyses and generated reports for clinical personnel.
Observed safety and compliance guidelines by following departmental standards and practices.
Prepared tissue specimens for macro and microscopic examination by pathologists.
Reported accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
Checked stained slides against paraffin blocks and gross dictation to determine completeness of sections.
Processed human tissue and body fluid specimens to prepare for microscopic exam.
Nursing Service Clerk
Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan, KY
02.2008 - 11.2011
Greeted incoming customers and answered questions about available services.
Maintained and organized service reception area and checkout counters.
Restocked supplies such as printer paper, pens and paper clips.
Closed work out orders by accepting payments, issuing receipts and filing documents.
Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence and overseeing operation of office equipment.
Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
Lab Assistant
Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan, KY
04.1997 - 02.2008
Maintained lab by calibrating equipment and cleaning surfaces and items used.
Assisted with support duties such as filling products, labeling products, testing samples and taking inventory.
Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Worked closely with lab staff on special projects.
Logged samples correctly into computerized tracking system.
Demonstrated competence in collecting lab samples for testing.
Managed specimen sample handling, receiving, storage and inventory.
Assisted with ordering supplies and equipment, calibrating instruments and preventive maintenance.
Prepared samples for centrifugation, aliquoting and preserving sample integrity.
Maintained current knowledge of developments in technical instrumentation.
Created and updated record of all supplies and equipment to monitor inventory.
Carefully reviewed test results for accuracy.
Performed diagnostic and therapeutic laboratory procedures.
Psychiatric Aide
Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Harlan, KY
08.1995 - 04.1997
Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
Minimized injuries to staff or patients through support or restraint to control patient movements.
Consulted with different healthcare disciplines to offer important mental health support to patients.
Assisted patients adjusting to hospital procedures using highly structured settings.
Promoted health and wellness in psychiatric patients through caring emotional support and encouragement.
Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
Charted on each patient daily.
Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
Home Health Aide
Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare
, KY
02.1993 - 09.1996
Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.