Michele Short
Clinical Coordinator
Spring,TX
Summary
Attentive Medical Assistant with more than 30 years of experience in preforming administrative and clinical tasks in various healthcare environments. Outstanding ability to connect with patients and work collaboratively with care teams at all levels.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Clinic Coordinator
Methodist Debakey Cardiology Associates
05.2005 - Current
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations. Obtain and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake to include all medical, surgical and social history.
- Preform EKGs/PT/INR/Pacemaker checks/ Event monitor's/holter monitor's and other tests based on patient presentation.
- Utilized electronic health records software proficiently to input data accurately, facilitating smooth transitions between healthcare providers during patient handoffs.
- Facilitate effective communication between patients and healthcare providers with clear explanation of medical procedure and treatment plans.
- Managed inventory levels for medical supplies, ensuring appropriate stock was available for seamless clinic operations.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Back office duties include answering telephones, responding to patient messages, refilling prescriptions, preparing chart for physician review, notifying patients with their test results.
- Set appointments for patients and reached out to reschedule appointments due to provider availability.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Clinical Coordinator
Baylor Heart Clinic
01.1995 - 05.2005
- Prepared and stock exam rooms for patient visits.
- Collected and documented patient medical information which included their medical, surgical, family and social history. Measured vital signs, height and weight.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Preform EKG's, Apply heart monitors, lab draws, pacemaker checks and preformed treadmill stress test.
- Obtained all orders from physician regarding patients treatment plan.
- Checked-out patient and explained treatment, procedures, medication changes and test scheduling.
- Prepare charts for physician review. Call patients with test results and physician recommendations.
- Phone triage, prescription refills, prior authorization, disability and FMLA forms.
- Book hospital admissions, scheduled heart catheterizations
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Medical Laboratory Specialist
Untied States Army
09.1988 - 09.1992
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Provided support to laboratory staff, facilitating prompt analysis of collected samples for expedited results delivery.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies as needed, maintaining adequate stock levels for seamless lab operations.
- Conducted routine calibration and maintenance on laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance levels at all times.
- Prepared reagents and solutions, making readily available during testing for convenience.
- Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
- Operated wide range of laboratory equipment and instruments to complete analysis.
Education
Certification - Electrocardiograph Technician
Houston Community College
Houston, TX 01.2024 - 02.2024
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Houston Community College
Houston, TX 01.2024 - 01.2024
Certification - Medical Laboratory Specialist
Academy Of Health Sciences
Ft. Sam Houston, San Antonio TX 09.1988 - 03.1989
High School Diploma -
Alief Hastings High School
Houston, TX 09.1984 - 06.1988
Skills
Certification
CPR-Current/American Heart Association
Timeline
Certification - Electrocardiograph Technician
Houston Community College
01.2024 - 02.2024
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Houston Community College
01.2024 - 01.2024
Clinic Coordinator
Methodist Debakey Cardiology Associates
05.2005 - Current
Clinical Coordinator
Baylor Heart Clinic
01.1995 - 05.2005
Medical Laboratory Specialist
Untied States Army
09.1988 - 09.1992
Certification - Medical Laboratory Specialist
Academy Of Health Sciences
09.1988 - 03.1989
High School Diploma -
Alief Hastings High School
09.1984 - 06.1988
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