
Accomplished healthcare professional with over 21 years in medical assisting, patient care, and clinic leadership in podiatry. Led clinical teams, optimized workflows, coordinated surgeries, and supported physicians during procedures. Focused on delivering patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
● Lead daily operations of a high-volume podiatry clinic to ensure efficient patient flow and exceptional patient care.
● Supervise, mentor, and train clinical and administrative staff while fostering a collaborative team environment.
● Coordinate physician schedules and oversee daily clinic workflow.
● Scheduled surgical procedures, coordinating logistics with hospitals, surgery centers, and patients to ensure seamless operations.
● Verify insurance eligibility, obtain prior authorizations, and ensure accurate documentation.
● Assist physicians with in-office surgical procedures using sterile technique.
● Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, wound care, diabetic foot care, and post-operative instructions.
● Manage appointment scheduling while maintaining provider productivity.
● Oversaw medical supply inventory, managing orders and stock levels to support uninterrupted clinic operations.
● Managed documentation and fittings of Durable Medical Equipment (DME) for patients to ensure proper use and compliance.
● Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and office policies.
● Assisted with quality improvement initiatives and implemented office procedures to enhance overall clinic performance.
● Support physicians with radiology documentation, patient chart preparation, and follow-up care.
● Troubleshoot patient concerns and resolve scheduling or workflow issues efficiently.
Clinic operations management
Team leadership and training
Medical assisting
Electronic medical records management
Appointment scheduling systems
Insurance verification processes
Microsoft Office proficiency
Medical documentation accuracy
Inventory control expertise
Durable medical equipment knowledge
Clinical supervision
Patient care strategies
Compliance management
Healthcare operations oversight
Patient scheduling efficiency
Team collaboration techniques
Customer relationship management
Quality improvement initiatives
Attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
Dependability and responsibility
Team management
Effective communication skills
Training development expertise
Telephone etiquette proficiency
Verbal communication skills
Written communication skills
Analytical thinking skills
Multitasking proficiency
Personal protective equipment use
Surgical assistance support
Patient education methods