Highly knowledgeable Health Care Administrative Assistant with wealth of healthcare experience and expertise in problem-solving. Talented in maintaining complex and comprehensive databases covering patient information. Dedicated to proactive monitoring and thorough reporting using top-notch technical abilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
PATIENT INTAKE REPRESENTATIVE
Hackensack Meridian Health System JFK Hospital /Neuropsychology
01.2023 - Current
Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently managing intake processes and providing exceptional customer service.
Streamlined patient registration procedures for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
Enhanced accuracy of medical records with meticulous attention to detail during data entry tasks.
Facilitated smooth communication between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies, ensuring timely processing of claims.
Provided compassionate assistance to patients with special needs or language barriers by utilizing translation services when necessary.
Implemented a user-friendly appointment scheduling system, resulting in higher patient satisfaction rates.
Cultivated strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and loyalty through excellent customer service and genuine empathy.
Collaborated with interdepartmental teams to streamline administrative processes for improved office workflow efficiency.
Managed over 75 calls and emails per day while maintaining professionalism and effectively addressing inquiries related to appointments, billing, insurance coverage, and general questions about the facility''s services.
Resolved complex insurance issues through diligent research and collaboration with insurers'' representatives to ensure accurate billing practices were followed consistently.
Served as a valuable resource for both patients and colleagues alike regarding policy updates, procedure changes, and other pertinent information to maintain a high level of service consistency.
Retrieved medical data for physicians and patients.
Upheld HIPAA regulations and standards for protecting patient information.
Catalogued patient data in clinical databases and registries according to regulatory practices.
UNIT SECRETARY FLOAT POOL PERDIEM
Hackensack Meridian Health System Palisades Medical Center
04.2022 - 12.2022
Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department
Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients'' families, keeping everyone informed on treatment plans and progress updates.
Reduced wait times for patients by accurately updating charts and promptly notifying physicians of changes in medical conditions or test results.
Improved unit workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and collaborating with team members to complete assignments in a timely manner.
Ensured accuracy of medical documentation by meticulously transcribing physician orders and verifying information with nursing staff as needed.
Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
Expedited patient admissions process by gathering essential data from patients upon arrival and accurately entering it into electronic health records systems.
Facilitated smooth discharge processes for patients, providing necessary documentation and instructions for follow-up care as directed by physicians or nurses.
Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.
Served as a liaison between the unit secretary team and other departments within the hospital, fostering strong working relationships that benefited overall facility function.
Consistently met deadlines for completing administrative tasks while managing competing priorities during high-pressure situations on the unit floor.
Upheld a high standard of patient service by addressing concerns and resolving issues in a timely, empathetic manner.
Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours to meet fluctuating demands of the unit, ensuring coverage during both peak times and staff shortages.
Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests, and care plans.
Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
Registered and verified patient records before triage with most up-to-date information.
Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST
University Of Pennsylvania/Penn Medicine GYN Surgery
11.2020 - 06.2021
Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing front desk operations and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved patient flow and reduced wait times.
Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating patient information and verifying insurance coverage.
Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
Facilitated effective communication between patients, medical staff, and insurance companies to ensure seamless coordination of care.
Provided compassionate customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients and their families.
Assisted healthcare providers with administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on quality patient care.
Managed high call volumes, directing calls to appropriate departments while maintaining a polite and professional demeanor.
Reduced no-shows by implementing appointment reminder system through phone calls or text messages.
Handled billing procedures accurately, ensuring prompt payment from both patients and insurance providers.
Organized essential medical documents, streamlining access to vital information for healthcare providers during appointments.
Increased efficiency in prescription refill requests by coordinating with pharmacies and obtaining necessary provider approvals promptly.
Developed strong relationships with patients, fostering loyalty and trust in the practice''s services.
Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team initiatives.
Improved front office organization by implementing new filing systems and maintaining cleanliness in waiting areas.
Coordinated specialist referrals for patients requiring additional care, facilitating efficient transfer of medical records as needed.
Ensured optimal use of clinic resources by tracking inventory levels and submitting supply orders when needed.
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
Invoiced patients accurately in line with charging guidelines.
Printed prescription requests and queries in compliance with practice protocol.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks.
Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
Scanning documents into EPIC via OnBase system
Data Integrity and Insurance analysis for quality improvement
DOCUMENTATION SPECIALIST/Batch Control
Amerisource Bergen Drug/Pharmedium
06.2019 - 04.2020
Documentation specialist for Drug Compounding Manufacturer of High-End Sterile Drugs
Streamlined documentation processes for increased efficiency in project completion and reduced errors.
Enhanced company compliance with industry standards by conducting thorough reviews of all documentation and making necessary revisions.
Supported cross-functional teams by providing accurate, timely, and well-organized documents for various projects.
Conducted regular audits of existing documentation to identify gaps or outdated information, keeping all materials current and relevant.
Managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, ensuring that all deadlines were met without compromising document quality.
Collaborated with quality assurance team to comply with regulatory requirements.
Produced on-time communications in support of new product submissions for regulatory agencies.
Identified audit parameters to comply with quality standards.
Reviewed document management protocols and user activities against internal records policies and document management standards.
Gathered, reviewed and input Drug Batch Control reports each day using company software.
Collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy and completeness of technical documentation, resulting in fewer revisions needed post publication.
HEDIS QUALITY PRACTICE ADVISOR/ CONTRACTOR
WellCare Health Plans Of New York/ Solomon Page
11.2018 - 04.2019
Setting up onsite Audit visits to provider offices
Issuing member pull list with member information and measures being audited
Retrieval and Data extraction (use of secured iron key to download records)
Data and medical records extraction from EPIC/EMR, E-Clinical Works, Athena, and other systems.
HEDIS measures analyzed according to NCQA Hybrid measures Examined chart documentation
Chart review /Chart Abstractions and Corrections
Enhanced client satisfaction by providing expert financial advice and personalized investment strategies.
HEDIS QUALITY MANAGEMENT AUDITOR /CONTRACTOR
Amerigroup/ Anthem/ Execu-Search Contract
01.2015 - 04.2016
Onsite visits to provider offices Closing Gaps in Care
Data Extraction from Medical Records
HEDIS Hybrid Measures examined and abstracted
Downloading of Medical Records
Data Integrity and documentation correction
• NCQA Guidelines
Use of Facets data tracking system
• QSHR/Inovalon system.
PRIOR AUTHORIZATION COORDINATOR PART TIME
Princeton Medical Group
12.2013 - 03.2014
Performed Prior Authorizations for Cardiac and Radiology Services
• Processed authorizations for Non -Formulary Prescriptions
• Submitted E-Prescription request
Submitted Prior authorization for all physicians within practice, Endocrinologist, Pulmonary, and Family Medicine
Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) at Hackensack Meridian Health / JFK Medical CenterCertified Home Health Aide (CHHA) at Hackensack Meridian Health / JFK Medical Center