MARIA T FLORES
Westminster,Colorado
Summary
Knowledgeable professional manages multiple tasks, utilizes electronic medical record systems, and successful at collaborating with medical personnel. Adheres to medical records policies and procedures to comply with HIPAA regulations. Track record of effectively troubleshooting issues and maintaining patient confidentiality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Information Specialist (Remote)
MD Anderson Cancer Center
07.2018 - Current
- Developed appropriate and accurate written and oral (English & Spanish) responses to communicate scientific (clinical trial studies) and health (oncology) information.
- Utilized Microsoft Excel and Epic EHR system to sort and filter data to create daily reports.
- Processed physician, physician-directed and patient referrals utilizing Epic EHR system.
- Provided direct MyChart patient portal support by troubleshooting website/app problems.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss methods to improve overall workflows.
- Assisted in training new staff by creating and providing scenario based training examples.
- Volunteered in peer-mentoring program to increase employee success.
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Circle of Care
12.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided therapeutic services for speech and language disorders to pediatric patients in the home health setting including the use of telepractice.
- Documented treatment sessions using the Raintree Electronic Clinical Record System.
- Utilized community resources and agency personnel for appropriate referrals submissions.
- Participated in staff development activities and in-service education.
- Collaborated with staff, supervising SLP, patient, and physician in discharge planning activities.
- Completed the speech therapy discharge summary within the designated framework of the Agency policies.
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Wishing Well Pediatric Therapy
04.2013 - 07.2018
- Provided direct treatment for speech-language delay, disorders and learning disabilities in the areas of receptive language, expressive language, phonemic awareness, phonology/articulation, reading and written language difficulties in outpatient setting.
- Prepared or selected speech-language activities for patients to address long and short term goals.
- Documented patients’ progress toward meeting established treatment objectives as stated in the treatment plan.
- Treated children with global communication deficits and behavioral challenges due to autism spectrum disorders and other related developmental disabilities.
- Managed patients’ behavior using appropriately designed management techniques to increase speech and or language treatment productivity.
- Provided ongoing parent education and training to increase patient’s success in their natural setting.
- Maintained effective communication with patient, physician, caregiver, and additional disciplines and staff involved with patient care.
- Assisted parents/caregivers in locating adequate resources for their child's development needs.
- Provided translation services as needed by colleagues.
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Reach Pediatric Therapy
01.2012 - 04.2013
- Delivered speech and language therapy to developmentally delayed and/or special needs children in the clinic and home setting.
- Implemented activities to address goals in the treatment plan.
- Prepared charts, recorded graphs and other displays of data to display patient’s progress.
- Provided ongoing education and instruction through written home program to the patient and caregiver.
- Created an efficient and consistent schedule based on recommended treatment frequency and patient availability.
- Maintained effective communication with patient, caregiver, and additional disciplines and staff involved with patient care.
- Participated in monthly meetings, in-service education programs, and performance improvement activities.
Education
Master of Legal Studies - Health Law, Policy & Management
Texas A & M University
12.2023
Master of Science - Health Science, Healthcare Informatics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Stephen F. Austin State University
12.2011
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- HIPAA Compliance and Regulations
- Time Management
- Quality Control
- Professional Development & Mentoring
- Healthcare Regulations
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Systems
- Epic Software
- Extensive Data Collection
- Health Research
- Outpatient Care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Circle of Care
12.2019 - 01.2021
Health Information Specialist (Remote)
MD Anderson Cancer Center
07.2018 - Current
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Wishing Well Pediatric Therapy
04.2013 - 07.2018
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Reach Pediatric Therapy
01.2012 - 04.2013
Master of Legal Studies - Health Law, Policy & Management
Texas A & M University
Master of Science - Health Science, Healthcare Informatics
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences and Disorders
Stephen F. Austin State University