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Nicole Hankins

Surgical Assistant/Implant/Patient Care Coordinator
Atlanta,GA

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Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

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Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work week

Summary

Experienced leader/surgical coordinator with 20+ years as a medical and dental expertise. Proficiency in preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative procedures. I am skilled on ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile environments, and supporting surgeons with precision. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Oral Surgical Assistant

Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery
02.2023 - Current
  • Opening/ closing procedures
  • Administering IVs for 2 1/2 years
  • Intake/Discharge patients
  • Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and efficient workflow.
  • Collaborated with the surgical team to prepare instruments and materials for various procedures.
  • Monitor patient vitals during surgery, promptly reporting any changes to the surgeon.
  • Educates the patient on pre-operative and post-operative care instructions to enhance recovery outcomes.

Implant Coordinator

Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery
02.2023 - Current

Assist in surgical procedures

  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with patients, enhancing overall satisfaction and care experience.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, optimizing appointment flow, and reducing wait times.
  • Assisted in training new staff on operational procedures and patient management systems.
  • Enters Implant data, generates reports, and produces tracking documents for 2 1/2 years.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Provided backup to the front desk staff, assisting with various tasks when needed.

Patient Care Coordinator

EMORY HEALTHCARE
04.2015 - 02.2023
  • Coordinated patient appointments, ensuring efficient scheduling and minimal wait times.
  • Developed and maintained communication channels between patients and healthcare providers.
  • Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
  • Train new staff members on office procedures and protocols.
  • Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care for 8+ years.

Medical Assistant/MFOA

North Fayette Family Practice
01.2005 - 04.2015
  • Administered patient intake and triage processes to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Managed electronic health records and ensured data accuracy for patient documentation.
  • Assisted with clinical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and standards for 10 years.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures, promoting consistency in patient care delivery.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care.

Education

Trade school - Medical Assisting

Advanced Career Training
Riverdale, GA
10.2006

Skills

  • Surgical techniques
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Time management
  • Reliability
  • Operating room etiquette
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Medication administration
  • Pre- and post-surgical counts
  • Patient identification
  • Organizational skills
  • CPR/AED
  • Problem-solving abilities

Certification

CRMA, Advanced Career Training, GA(2003), Daisy Award recipient @Emory Healthcare, PGP Career Coaching, Progression Oversight Committee, Emerging Leadership program, Nursing Peer-Mentor and SAW-School at Work Program-Advanced Graduate (SAW Program @ Emory Healthcare, Medical Terminology Certificate- Emory, Emory Certified Lab Technician, Basic Life Support(BLS), AMT Certified Member, Trophon and Ansar Certified.

Work Availability

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Accomplishments

  • Achieved certification by completing SAW and various other programs at Emory with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Supervised team of [7] staff members.
  • Experienced VIP Patient Scheduling
  • Leadership opportunity

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Oral Surgical Assistant

Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery
02.2023 - Current

Implant Coordinator

Atlanta Oral & Facial Surgery
02.2023 - Current

Patient Care Coordinator

EMORY HEALTHCARE
04.2015 - 02.2023

Medical Assistant/MFOA

North Fayette Family Practice
01.2005 - 04.2015

Trade school - Medical Assisting

Advanced Career Training
Nicole HankinsSurgical Assistant/Implant/Patient Care Coordinator