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Marlene Prevatt

Killeen,TX

Summary

Dedicated administrative professional well-versed in communication and team building. Knowledgeable in medical terminology and scheduling. Ready to bring 20+ years of relevant work experience to your team.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Service Specialists II

Baylor Scott & White Clinic
08.2008 - Current
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during check-ins, registrations, and scheduling appointments.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of patient information while handling sensitive documents.
  • Adapted quickly to changing policies or procedural updates within the clinic, maintaining consistent levels of efficiency and accuracy in daily tasks.
  • Trained new team members on clinic procedures, fostering a welcoming and cohesive work environment.
  • Managed high call volumes by efficiently triaging incoming requests to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by optimizing appointment schedules and coordinating with clinical staff.
  • Enhanced clinic workflow by managing patient records and ensuring accurate documentation of medical histories.
  • Kept waiting areas clean and organized, creating a welcoming environment for patients during their visit.
  • Increased patient loyalty through timely follow-up calls and addressing inquiries or concerns.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring clear understanding of treatment plans and expectations.
  • Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
  • Streamlined insurance verification processes for faster resolution of billing issues, resulting in increased revenue collection.
  • Conducted regular audits of patient charts to identify discrepancies or missing information, contributing to the overall quality improvement efforts within the clinic setting.
  • Educated patients on available resources such as financial assistance programs or support groups related to their specific medical conditions.
  • Expedited referral processing for specialist visits as needed, ensuring seamless transitions for patients seeking additional care options outside of the primary practice setting.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving patient complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Supported clinical staff during peak hours by assisting with room setup, light housekeeping duties, and supply inventory management.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere within the workplace by actively participating in team meetings and consistently demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.
  • Assisted in implementing new electronic health record system, leading to improved accuracy in documentation and reduced errors in patient data management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans and improve overall patient outcomes.
  • Contributed to marketing efforts by promoting clinic services on social media platforms, generating increased patient interest and inquiries.
  • Providing excellent customer service by promptly answering patient inquiries.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
  • Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
  • Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
  • Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
  • Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
  • Recommended service improvements to minimize recurring patient issues and complaints.

Patient Service Specialist

Baylor Scott And White Clinic
08.2005 - 02.2008
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during check-ins, registrations, and scheduling appointments.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of patient information while handling sensitive documents.
  • Adapted quickly to changing policies or procedural updates within the clinic, maintaining consistent levels of efficiency and accuracy in daily tasks.
  • Trained new team members on clinic procedures, fostering a welcoming and cohesive work environment.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by optimizing appointment schedules and coordinating with clinical staff.
  • Kept waiting areas clean and organized, creating a welcoming environment for patients during their visit.
  • Increased patient loyalty through timely follow-up calls and addressing inquiries or concerns.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring clear understanding of treatment plans and expectations.
  • Streamlined insurance verification processes for faster resolution of billing issues, resulting in increased revenue collection.
  • Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
  • Conducted regular audits of patient charts to identify discrepancies or missing information, contributing to the overall quality improvement efforts within the clinic setting.
  • Educated patients on available resources such as financial assistance programs or support groups related to their specific medical conditions.
  • Expedited referral processing for specialist visits as needed, ensuring seamless transitions for patients seeking additional care options outside of the primary practice setting.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving patient complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Supported clinical staff during peak hours by assisting with room setup, light housekeeping duties, and supply inventory management.
  • Promoted a positive atmosphere within the workplace by actively participating in team meetings and consistently demonstrating professionalism in all interactions.
  • Assisted in implementing new electronic health record system, leading to improved accuracy in documentation and reduced errors in patient data management.
  • Contributed to marketing efforts by promoting clinic services on social media platforms, generating increased patient interest and inquiries.
  • Providing excellent customer service by promptly answering patient inquiries.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
  • Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
  • Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
  • Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish chain of payment.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
  • Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
  • Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
  • Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
  • Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
  • Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
  • Recommended service improvements to minimize recurring patient issues and complaints.
  • Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
  • Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.

Business Office Clerk

Baylor Scott & White Clinic
02.2005 - 08.2005

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  • Reduced errors in data entry tasks by implementing a thorough review process and cross-checking data.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and providing professional assistance.
  • Increased office efficiency by streamlining filing systems and organizing documents for easy access.
  • Answered incoming calls from Specialty Departments to schedule Nuclear Radiology Testing.

Administrative Assistant

US Foodservice
09.1994 - 01.2004
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.

Education

High School Diploma -

Deming High School
Deming, NM

Skills

  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Healthcare Systems Knowledge
  • Insurance Verification
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Cross-cultural sensitivity
  • Medical Terminology
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Customer Service
  • Patient Registration
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Eligibility Determination
  • Patient Education
  • Problem-Solving
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Team Collaboration
  • Team Leadership
  • Money Handling
  • Patient check-in
  • Registration and Admissions
  • Relationship Building
  • Phone and Email Etiquette
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Payment Processing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Training Coordination
  • Information Collection
  • Paging Systems
  • Scheduling Diagnostic Procedures
  • System Updating
  • Registration management
  • Work Quality Evaluation
  • Financial Procedures Adherence
  • Call Screening
  • Fee Collection
  • Referral Coordination
  • Calm and Effective Under Pressure
  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Communicating to Patients and Families
  • Medical insurance
  • Resolving Problems
  • Clerical and Filing Support
  • Registration and Scheduling
  • Schedule Coordination
  • 50 WPM Typing Speed
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multi-Line Telephone Systems
  • Data Collection
  • Insurance verifying
  • Insurance Authorizations
  • Documenting and Recording Information
  • Reliability and Dedication
  • Medical History Documentation
  • Database Search and Data Entry Skills
  • Patient Needs Assessment and Referral
  • Building Rapport and Credibility
  • Document filing
  • Benefits Explanation
  • Heartsaver CPR AED
  • Explaining Policy and Procedures
  • Outbound Calling
  • Patient Confidentiality and Data Security
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Caring and Empathetic
  • Payment Collection
  • Sterilization procedures
  • Punctual and Hardworking
  • Patient documentation
  • Patient interviewing
  • Evaluating Quality of Care
  • Gathering Information from Patients
  • Word Processing
  • Complaint Investigation

Timeline

Patient Service Specialists II

Baylor Scott & White Clinic
08.2008 - Current

Patient Service Specialist

Baylor Scott And White Clinic
08.2005 - 02.2008

Business Office Clerk

Baylor Scott & White Clinic
02.2005 - 08.2005

Administrative Assistant

US Foodservice
09.1994 - 01.2004

High School Diploma -

Deming High School
Marlene Prevatt