Enthusiastic about helping patients get necessary medical support by obtaining authorizations, scheduling procedures and coordinating paperwork. Detail-oriented and proactive with good relationship-building skills, a hardworking nature and an adaptable approach. Proficient in EPIC. Organized Patient Service Representative with 37 years of experience in healthcare. Adept at patient advocacy and education with commitment to efficiency. Skilled at coordinating busy offices and maintaining professionalism in stressful situations. Dedicated administrative professional well-versed in communication and team building. Knowledgeable in medical terminology and scheduling. Ready to bring 37 years of relevant work experience to your team. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Service Representative
Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation
01.2005 - 05.2022
Provided exceptional customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Verified insurance eligibility and coverage for patients.
Entered patient demographic and insurance data into electronic medical record system.
Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Managed patient registration process, confirming data accuracy and completeness.
Built and maintained positive working relationships with patients and staff.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Assisted patients in filling out check-in and payment paperwork.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Used EPIC to schedule appointments.
Handled customer service inquiries in person, via telephone and through email.
Balanced deposits and credit card payments each day.
Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
Resolved customer complaints using established follow-up procedures.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.
Medical Receptionist
Sonoma Valley Hospital
06.1985 - 01.2005
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
Notified manager of incidents and potential incidents relating to patients and staff for swift action.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.
Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
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