Luis Vanegas
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Well read, spoken and traveled. I’m looking forward to new challenges. Ambitious and enthused about furthering and enhancing my skills as a in the medical industry
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Tucson Medical Center, Veterans Affairs, St. Marys
03.2022 - Current
- Provided PRN opportunities to multiple hospitals in regards to endovascular surgeries.
- Assisted with training in endo and open vascular cases.
- Would often assist surgeons in emergency situations.
- Used skill and experience to provide for the best possible outcome.
Surgical Technologist
Banner University Medical Center
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for optimal patient outcomes and reduced recovery time.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Contributed to successful operations by assembling and organizing surgical equipment with precision.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care before, during, and after surgery.
Billing Specialist
Tucson Pulmonology
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Answered customer invoice questions and resolved issues discovered during invoicing and collection process.
- Contacted insurance providers to verify insurance information and obtain billing authorization.
- Processed and sent invoices, adjustments and credit memos to customers.
- Submitted claims to insurance companies and researched and resolved denials and explanations of benefit rejections.
Pharmacy Benefit Analyst
OptumRx
02.2012 - 10.2015
- Offered subject matter expertise on employment regulations, compensation policies and personnel management procedures to optimize internal structures.
- Produced detailed organizational, flow chart and career path reports to facilitate smooth operations and employee progression.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ03.2020
Pharmacy Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Tucson, AZ10.2012
High School Diploma -
San Miguel High School
Tucson, AZ05.2009
Skills
- Endovascular specialty
- Cardiothoracic
- Problem Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Financial Analysis
- Performance Metrics
- Time Management
Timeline
Surgical Technologist
Tucson Medical Center, Veterans Affairs, St. Marys
03.2022 - Current
Surgical Technologist
Banner University Medical Center
03.2020 - 04.2022
Billing Specialist
Tucson Pulmonology
01.2017 - 01.2019
Pharmacy Benefit Analyst
OptumRx
02.2012 - 10.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Surgical Technology
Pima Community College
Pharmacy Technology
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
San Miguel High School
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