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Laura Jenkins

Columbiaville

Summary

Dedicated Imaging Assistant focused on providing imaging procedures and workflow assistance to mitigate inefficiencies. Executed services with imaging products and systems, including tape drives, CDs and other forms of archival media. Flexible and resourceful with expertise adapting to changing patient care environments. Results-driven imaging professional with over 25 years of experience in medical imaging and patient interactions. Proficient in electronic health records and training new staff, ensuring compliance and efficient operations.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Imaging Assistant

Henry Ford Waldenburg Health Center
17700 23 mile rd
02.2021 - Current
  • Executed clerical tasks including filing and photocopying to support efficient office operations.
  • Restocked shelves with necessary supplies and linen.
  • Provided assistance with patient transport between departments for exams and treatments.
  • Process CD's and Reports as requested by physicians and patients
  • Train new staff on imaging and computer software and processes
  • Start and complete examinations, scan all paperwork
  • Monitor images received in Merge pacs and sent to radiologist.
  • Obtain Authorization, lab work and Doctor orders for upcoming appointments.
  • Communicate with Doctor offices/ patients as needed
  • Managed multiple phone inquiries and voicemails to ensure timely communication with patients and staff.
  • Coordinated and managed patient appointments, optimizing scheduling to minimize wait times.

Pre-Procedure Pandemic Testing/Health Screener

Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital
Warren
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • Collected Covid samples from pre-surgical patients in designated areas
  • Printed out patient face sheets and stickers for upcoming test
  • Take Covid test samples to Lab area to be processed
  • Take patients to designated areas ie; Radiology, Registration, Pre-surgical Registration
  • Processed incoming samples in Lab department, stock carts for phlebotomist, stock supplies in the Lab area.

Patient Service Representative

Touch stone Imaging
Garland
08.2018 - 11.2020
  • Assisted patients with appointment scheduling and registration processes.
  • Verified insurance information, collected payments, and scheduled appointments.
  • Inputted patient demographic data into electronic health record system.
  • Scanned completed forms, identification and insurance cards, maintaining patient documents folder.
  • Maintained a clean and organized reception area.
  • Provided support with various tasks such as scheduling tests, ordering supplies.
  • Obtained necessary signatures for privacy laws and consent for treatment.
  • Managed patient check-in process, ensuring accurate data entry of personal and insurance information.
  • Handled high volume of incoming calls, providing exceptional customer service to patients and families.
  • Fill CD/Report orders as requested by patients

Lead Support Specialist

Rely Radiology
Carrollton
02.2005 - 02.2018

Efficiently dispatched x-ray, ultrasound, and lab orders to technicians.

Communicated with technicians, leads, and radiologists to ensure clarity in procedures.

Coordinated consultations with radiologists and called critical reports to doctors' offices.

Reviewed x-ray and ultrasound images, processing re-reads and rejects promptly.

Monitored reading queue and tracked turnaround times for accuracy.

Conducted audits on turnaround time reports while updating cost center notifications.

Entered doctors' and staff schedules into the system to maintain accuracy.

  • Trained new hires on HIPAA, PHI, and PII policies as well as updated processes.

Registered Veterinary Technician

Animal Hospital of Rowlett
Rowlett
06.1996 - 02.2005
  • Monitored patient vital signs and administered care to enhance recovery outcomes.
  • Educated pet owners on nutrition and preventive health measures for animals.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by veterinarians for optimal health.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce illness transmission.
  • Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments for autoclave sterilization.
  • Performed laboratory tests, including urinalysis and heartworm testing, to aid diagnostics.
  • Monitored anesthesia levels during surgeries, ensuring safe post-surgical recovery assistance.
  • Maintained ultrasound, gamma camera, and x-ray equipment for precise imaging.

Education

Associate of Science - Veterinary Science

Cedar Valley College
Lancaster, TX
05-1999

High School Diploma -

Henry Ford High School
Sterling Heights, MI
06-1982

Skills

  • Medical imaging
  • Patient scheduling
  • Electronic health records
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Image processing
  • Customer service

Certification

  • BLS

Timeline

Imaging Assistant

Henry Ford Waldenburg Health Center
02.2021 - Current

Pre-Procedure Pandemic Testing/Health Screener

Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital
02.2021 - 09.2021

Patient Service Representative

Touch stone Imaging
08.2018 - 11.2020

Lead Support Specialist

Rely Radiology
02.2005 - 02.2018

Registered Veterinary Technician

Animal Hospital of Rowlett
06.1996 - 02.2005

Associate of Science - Veterinary Science

Cedar Valley College

High School Diploma -

Henry Ford High School
Laura Jenkins