Patient-focused Patient Services/Patient Care Technician equipped with administrative and customer service expertise. Helps keep healthcare services proceeding smoothly by coordinating communications, referrals and policy enforcement. Talented in finding balanced solutions and resolving conflicts.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Call Center Representative Intermediate
Michigan Medicine
Ann Arbor, MI
03.2023 - Current
Answered incoming calls from patients and provided assistance with billing questions, and other customer service related issues.
Developed effective working relationships with team members across multiple departments.
Attended regular training sessions on updates and changes within the industry or organization.
Made outgoing call to set up patient appointments.
Maintained high levels of professionalism while interacting with patients via phone or email.
Answered incoming calls and provided highest level of professionalism and knowledgeable service to every patient.
Medical Assistant Associate
Michigan Medicine
Ann Arbor, MI
03.2022 - 03.2023
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
Patient Care Technician
MM KEC OR/PACU
Ann Arbor, MI
03.2020 - 05.2021
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies
Completed frequent cleaning and sanitizing to maintain healthy environment for patients
Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs
Assisted with patient admissions and discharges
Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs
Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria
Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes
Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
Patient Service Associate
MM KEC OR/PACU
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2019 - 05.2021
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
Efficiently navigate E R through MiChart
Responsible for completing intake, history, vital signs and performing EKGS
Obtain medical records from facilities for coordination of care in preparation for surgery.
Patient Service Associate/Patient Care Assistant
MM KEC OR/PACU
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2019 - 05.2021
Trans orted patients between facility rooms and helped move individuals between mobile equipment and beds
Used mobility devices to transport patients
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
Efficiently navigate E R through MiChart
Responsible for completing intake, history, vital signs and performing EKGS
Obtain medical records from facilities for coordination of care in preparation for surgery.
Medical Records Technician
UNIVERSITY O MICHIGAN-HEALTH SERVICES GENERAL OP
Ann Arbor, MI
03.2014 - 09.2019
Entered patient insurance, demographic and health information into software and confirmed records
Set up patient charts and documented information in various company software
Disseminated information to correct department, individual or outside location
Streamlined day-to-day office processes to meet long-term goals
Verified record copies before handing each over to check for and remove unnecessary details
Determined and implemented techniques to improve medical records retrieval process
Scanned incoming documentation
Maintained complete confidentiality in accordance with organization and legal requirements
Observed confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information
Kept department clean, organized and professional
Purged outdated files
Pulled patient charts for upcoming appointments
Obtained information by contacting appropriate personnel or patients
Consolidated diverse medical records
Updated daily logs to track information movements.
Health Information Analyst
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-HEALTH SERVICES GENERAL ES
Ann Arbor, MI
Worked with speed, efficiency and accuracy to process documentation and complete projects
Utilized copying equipment for medical record duplication, answered phones and filed documents
Managed electronic health record quality assurance processes by organizing and handling requests for medical records and charts
Maximized accuracy and completeness of medical records through in-depth audits and patient information reviews
Worked with MiChart to input, organize and manage numerous documents each day
Evaluated medical documents and digital information involved in location, retrieval and transmission of information
Completed in-depth audits of performance and quality of current charts and processes through facility reviews
Maintained complete confidentiality in accordance with organization and legal requirements
Supported healthcare applications by monitoring security, performance and reliability
Protected medical information against unauthorized access, loss or corruption by consistently following security protocols.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING
Washtenaw Community College
05.2023
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - GENERAL STUDIES
Davenport University
MEDICAL ASSISTING -
South Lyon Community Schools
Skills
Medical billing
Recording histories
Patient interviewing skills
Bookkeeping support
Appointment confirmation
Medical filing
Computer skills
First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Call Center Representative Intermediate
Michigan Medicine
03.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant Associate
Michigan Medicine
03.2022 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician
MM KEC OR/PACU
03.2020 - 05.2021
Patient Service Associate
MM KEC OR/PACU
09.2019 - 05.2021
Patient Service Associate/Patient Care Assistant
MM KEC OR/PACU
09.2019 - 05.2021
Medical Records Technician
UNIVERSITY O MICHIGAN-HEALTH SERVICES GENERAL OP
03.2014 - 09.2019
Health Information Analyst
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-HEALTH SERVICES GENERAL ES
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING
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