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Lara Forbes
Wheat Ridge,CO
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: Open to discussion
Desired Job Title
Administrative AssistantHealth Information ManagerTrail Crew MemberParks Maintenance WorkerOutdoor Recreation LeaderWork Type
Full TimePart TimeSeasonal WorkContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation: Wheat Ridge, CODenver, CO
Open to relocation: Yes
Salary Range
53000/yr - 200000/yrImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hours4-day work weekCareer advancementPaid time offPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchWork from home optionSummary
Healthcare administration professional with a strong background in medical records management and compliance auditing. Proven expertise in conducting intake assessments and managing patient discharges, enhancing operational efficiency and support for nursing staff. Valuable customer service, counseling & general office administrative experience with evolved versatility in many areas.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Secretary
PAM Health & Rehabilitation of Golden
Golden
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Perform new admission administrative intakes, including legal consents to treat. Uploading documents to EMR (electronic medical record).
- Responded to call lights and assisted patients with toileting and other requests. Supported nursing staff by stocking supplies, ordering labs and radiology, and facilitating meal service for patients.
- Conducted administrative discharges by obtaining DC consents. Helped patients inventory and pack belongings, and assisted patients and family members with transportation to vehicles, including wheelchair transfers.
Health Information Manager (HIM)
Montage Ridge Skilled Nursing Facility & Assisted Living
Lakewood
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Conducted multiple state-required assessments for patients, including Vitality/Nursing assessments and Social Services assessments (PHQ9 & BiMS), to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Audited nursing staff paperwork, assessments, discharges, and other items for accuracy.
- Prepared medical records requests for patients, families, facilities & other entities per HIPAA. User of PCC (Point Click Care).
- Executed tasks after discharge process to facilitate patient discharges and accurately close out charts for storage.
- Dispensed medications to patients, entered data accurately into records, and counted narcotics to ensure compliance.
- Managed Central Supply closets, ensuring full stock for SNF/AL through cost-effective ordering within budget constraints.
- Attended to residents & patients’ needs. Transporting residents to their desired destination & attending activities with them, and the like.
Administrative Support
Avalanche Harley Davidson
Golden
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Answered phones, greeted and assisted walk-in guests, and scheduled automotive service appointments to enhance customer experience.
- Handled vehicle deposit acceptance exceeding $1k daily, ensuring secure transactions and trust with customers.
- Performed data entry, assisted sales team, conducted customer credit checks, and executed red flag and fraud background screenings (OFAC), ensuring compliance and security.
Team Member (Seasonal/Part Time Retail Stock Associate)
Target
Lakewood
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Conducted daily inventory checks of merchandise and coordinated ordering to ensure stock availability.
- Stocked shelves with products and supplies in designated aisles to maintain organized inventory.
- Supported cash register associate during peak hours to enhance customer service.
Administrative Intake Coordinator/Co-Facilitator
Serenity Education & Therapy
Lakewood
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Performed administrative intakes and discharges for clients, ensured accurate client files and database maintenance, and accepted payments for services under clinical supervision.
- Communicated with probation officers, diversion officers, and court officials to provide timely updates on client progress and status.
- Co-facilitated DUI education and therapy groups under clinical supervision, supporting client rehabilitation and compliance.
Clinical Assistant
It Takes a Village
Aurora
02.2016 - 07.2017
- Led Substance Abuse Groups for HIV+ clients under clinical supervision, enhancing client engagement and support. Updated client paper files and electronic records to ensure accurate documentation.
- Developed treatment plans for recommended care in collaboration with Case Managers, facilitating effective client care coordination.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient care and daily operations.
- Coordinated appointments and managed patient schedules efficiently.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated patient information promptly.
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
Olsson Associates Engineering Firm
Golden
11.2010 - 02.2016
- Coordinated schedules for travel, meetings, conferences, and events to optimize time management and organization.
- Answered multi phone lines, greeted and assisted clients, vendors, and office visitors; performed data entry and managed ordering and distribution of office supplies to ensure efficient operations.
- Composed, edited, prepared, and distributed engineering reports and bids for courier pick up, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication.
Education
Certifications in Addiction Counseling - Substance Abuse
01-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology, Business Administration
- [Number] GPA3.2
Skills
- Medical records management & Requests
- Healthcare administrative support
- Patient scheduling expertise
- EMR / EHR
- HIPAA compliance
- Admitting patients
- Intake assessments
- Compliance auditing
- Document & data management
- Central supply coordination
- Unit secretary training
- Attention to detail
- Strong organization
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Effective communication strategies
- Interpersonal communication
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to change
- Problem solving
- Training and coaching
- Client support
- Professional telephone etiquette
- Telephone reception
- Appointment scheduling
- Geriatric patient support
- Organizational skills
- Time management
Certification
- Registered Psychotherapist 2016-2019
- Q-MAP Certification, 09/30/22
Interests
Outdoor Exploration
Playing Piano
Disc Golf
Spending Time with Family
Timeline
Unit Secretary - PAM Health & Rehabilitation of Golden
07.2023 - 01.2025
Health Information Manager (HIM) - Montage Ridge Skilled Nursing Facility & Assisted Living
01.2021 - 06.2023
Administrative Support - Avalanche Harley Davidson
06.2019 - 04.2021
Team Member (Seasonal/Part Time Retail Stock Associate) - Target
11.2018 - 05.2019
Administrative Intake Coordinator/Co-Facilitator - Serenity Education & Therapy
09.2016 - 10.2018
Clinical Assistant - It Takes a Village
02.2016 - 07.2017
Administrative Assistant/Receptionist - Olsson Associates Engineering Firm
11.2010 - 02.2016
Odyssey Training Center - Certifications in Addiction Counseling, Substance Abuse
RRCC - Some College (No Degree), Psychology, Business Administration