Customer service oriented professional with 15+ years of healthcare industry experience. Possesses skill, knowledge, and ability to exercise a sound professional coding judgment consistent with government and private payer requirements to ensure all codes/ modifiers are appropriate and assure maximum reimbursement.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Administration Internship
Memorial Hermann Hospital Texas Medical Center
07.2023 - 11.2023
Sat in on meetings regarding Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
Learned about Wildly Important Goals (WIG) during WIG meetings
Interacted with Management and was part of the decision-making processes
Created a project that would help expand the Bariatric Unit.
Private Duty Care
11.2012 - 06.2023
Provide personal and homemaking services to elderly, convalescent, and disabled persons
Duties include checking pulse and respiration, helping with prescribed exercises, changing dressings, and providing emotional and psychological support
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of services performed
Assist with activities of daily living such as mobility, dressing, and assisting with personal hygiene.
Medical Administrative Assistant / Secretary
Naval Hospital
05.2011 - 11.2012
Answered telephones and gave information to callers, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate individuals
Arranged repairs when there were equipment malfunctions
Coordinated calendars, prioritized corporate meetings, and made travel arrangements
Created and edited documents, charts, spreadsheets, and presentations and edited documents and prepared for approval
Documented information, updated files, and maintained documents such as correspondence or other material
Operated office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, or phone systems
Provided excellent customer service to both staff and visitors
Scheduled and confirmed appointments for clients, customers, and supervisors
Set up and managed paper or electronic filing system
Used computer for various applications, such as database management or word processing.
Medical Secretary
Onslow Memorial Hospital
06.2006 - 05.2011
Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate staff
Compiled and recorded medical charts, reports, or correspondence, using typewriter or personal computer
Greeted visitors, ascertained purpose of visit, and directed them to appropriate staff
Interviewed patients to complete documents, case histories, or forms, such as intake or insurance forms
Maintained medical records, technical library, or correspondence files
Performed various clerical or administrative functions, such as ordering and maintaining an inventory of supplies
Received and routed messages or documents, such as laboratory results, to appropriate staff
Scheduled and confirmed patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries, or medical consultations
Transmitted correspondence or medical records by mail, e-mail, or fax
Operated office equipment, such as voice mail messaging systems, and used software applications to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, or medical records
Trained new employees and assisted with development process of the new office foundation and layout.
Medical Secretary
Onslow Urgent Care
08.2008 - 12.2009
Medical Secretary
Coastal OB/GYN
06.2005 - 06.2006
Medical Secretary
Onslow Memorial Hospital
05.1999 - 06.2005
Answered phones and schedule and confirm appointments
Compiled medical charts, reports, and correspondence
Answered phones and directed calls to appropriate staff
Greeted and interviewed patients to complete documents and case histories
Maintained medical records, operated office equipment, and transmitted correspondence and medical records
Handled bookkeeping duties including billing and collections
Verified insurance and completed insurance and other claim forms
Performed various clerical and administrative functions, including scanning, filing, and faxing, to ensure office ran smoothly and remained organized.
Education
Master of Science Degree in Health Administration -
Grand Canyon University
01.2023
Associate of Science Degree in Medical Billing and Coding -
Ultimate Medical Academy
01.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree - Healthcare Management -
American InterContinental University
01.2012
Associate of Arts Degree - Business / Healthcare Administration -
American InterContinental University
01.2010
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Computer Skills
Team Collaboration
Multitasking and Organization
Goal-oriented mindset
Interpersonal and Social Skills
Complex Problem-Solving
Microsoft Office Suite
Fast Learner
Attention to Detail
Creative and Resourceful
Certification
BLS, 07/2023
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart Time
Work Location
RemoteHybridOn-Site
Important To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceWork from home option401k matchCompany CultureHealthcare benefits
Interests
Patient Safety
Quality Improvement
Timeline
Healthcare Administration Internship
Memorial Hermann Hospital Texas Medical Center
07.2023 - 11.2023
Private Duty Care
11.2012 - 06.2023
Medical Administrative Assistant / Secretary
Naval Hospital
05.2011 - 11.2012
Medical Secretary
Onslow Urgent Care
08.2008 - 12.2009
Medical Secretary
Onslow Memorial Hospital
06.2006 - 05.2011
Medical Secretary
Coastal OB/GYN
06.2005 - 06.2006
Medical Secretary
Onslow Memorial Hospital
05.1999 - 06.2005
Master of Science Degree in Health Administration -
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science Degree in Medical Billing and Coding -
Ultimate Medical Academy
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree - Healthcare Management -
American InterContinental University
Associate of Arts Degree - Business / Healthcare Administration -
American InterContinental University
BLS, 07/2023
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