- Web Development and Design
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Photography
- Acting and Theater
- Graphic Design
- Music
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Outdoor Recreation
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Fundraising Events
- Camping
- Cake Decorating
- Dancing
- Animal lover
Kristy kellogg
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Military Veteran; From digging a ditch to managing a busy office, proficient in managing all resources and producing quality work.
Professional healthcare administrator equipped to excel in any role within a Health care position. Demonstrates proficiency in all records managed, including appointment scheduling, staff human resource records, client personal health information, monetary transactions, daily tasks, follow-up, continuity of work flow, helpful instruction and ensuring seamless communication between healthcare staff. Strong team collaborator, adaptable to dynamic environments, with focus on achieving optimal operational results. Known for reliability, efficiency, and strong work ethic.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Pharmacy Assistance Program Clerk
Helen Farabee Centers
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Supported program managers in achieving mission and goals through diligent data entry, financial record-keeping, and, excellent Dr. to patient customer service progress tracking.
- Collaborated with team members and clients during high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Coordinated prescription refills and educated patients on doctor orders and medication usage, and potential side effects, and provided resources to obtain future refills.
Mental Health Unit Clerk
North Texas State Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment to ensure quality coordinated care for Patients.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall quality care for patients and their families, addressing questions and concerns promptly and professionally.
- Initiated and performed quality paperwork and data entry.
- Enhanced inventory stock levels and accuracy by ensuring regular cycle counts and purchasing needed resources.
Health Information Specialist
Helen Farabee Centers
07.2018 - 03.2021
- Streamlined the release of information process for patients, ensuring timely access to their medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, fostering effective communication channels to address any concerns related to patient data management or documentation practices.
- Assisted in the transition from paper-based to digital filing systems, promoting an eco-friendly work environment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall efficiency in the management of medical documents.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
Health Information Management Clerk
Helen Farabee Centers
07.2018 - 04.2021
- Identified potential areas for process improvement through meticulous analysis of internal workflows and making recommendations based on findings.
- Enhanced the efficiency of health information management processes by streamlining filing systems and implementing digital solutions.
- Assisted in quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing healthcare delivery and patient outcomes through effective information management processes.
Health Information Clerk
Taft Counseling Center
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Collected, counted, and disbursed money, do basic bookkeeping, and banking transactions
- Communicated with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer and explain information
- Reviewed files, records, and other documents to respond to requests
- Maintained and updated files, inventory, mail, and database systems
Student Helper
Texoma Christian Care Center
06.2015 - 07.2015
- Obtained Knowledge of Health Information Technology, Medical Record Maintenance
- Volunteer
Instructors Aide
Region 9 Adult Education, High School Equivalency
10.2010 - 07.2015
- Advised students on academic, vocational, curricula and career issues
- Collaborated with colleagues to address teaching and research issues
- Compiled, administered, graded and recorded examinations
- Recorded and maintained the security of student information
Military Instructor, E-5, Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force
11.1991 - 09.2004
- Assembled and maintained inventory of Military weaponry from 92-2001
- Volunteered and became an instructor after 2001, career field 2w0x1, Munitions Maintenance
- Instructed entry level military airmen on tool maintenance, personnel safety, and the mandatory methods to ensure accurate safe weaponry
- Instructed students on types and purpose of Military weaponry
- Instructed students on weaponry and the aircraft it is deployed from
- Instructed these students in hands-on equipment repair and assembly
- Instructed students on safe and secure mobilization of weaponry
Education
Bachelor Of Science in HIM Degree - Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Herzing University
12-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology, Medical Coding and Health Information
Vernon College
05-2016
Associate's Degree - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Vernon College
01.2016
Skills
- Customer Service
- Detailed and Organized File Data-Entry and Maintenance
- Sensitive Information & HIPAA Privacy laws knowledge
- Legally Obtained, Released, and kept Information
- Monetary Transactions; A/P and A/R high accuracy
- Third Party Billing & Collections Communications
- Computer, Software & Hardware Advanced
- Helpful in sharing knowledge through detailed instruction
- Equipment; Office, common hand and industrial tools
- Operate; anything with or without wheels
Interests
Timeline
Mental Health Unit Clerk
North Texas State Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Assistance Program Clerk
Helen Farabee Centers
04.2021 - 04.2022
Health Information Management Clerk
Helen Farabee Centers
07.2018 - 04.2021
Health Information Specialist
Helen Farabee Centers
07.2018 - 03.2021
Health Information Clerk
Taft Counseling Center
09.2015 - 04.2016
Student Helper
Texoma Christian Care Center
06.2015 - 07.2015
Instructors Aide
Region 9 Adult Education, High School Equivalency
10.2010 - 07.2015
Military Instructor, E-5, Staff Sergeant
United States Air Force
11.1991 - 09.2004
Associate's Degree - Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Vernon College
Bachelor Of Science in HIM Degree - Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Herzing University
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology, Medical Coding and Health Information
Vernon College
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