Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Office Assistant
Health Point Medical Group
Ruskin, FL
09.2004 - 01.2008
Obtained pre-authorization from insurance companies ahead of medical services.
Answered phone calls and messages for 3-physician outpatient medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Prepared patient charts by gathering and organizing medical records ahead of appointments.
Medical Receptionist
St.joseph Hospital
Chicago, IL
01.2002 - 02.2004
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Medical Records Clerk
Childrens Memorial Hospital
Chicago, IL
02.1998 - 03.2002
Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
Processed and tracked requests for medical records from external organizations.
Followed exact procedures for handling transfers and other releases of medical records.
Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scaning and indexing important documents and files.
Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.
Teacher Aid
William P. Nixon Elementary School
Chicago, IL
01.1996 - 06.1997
Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 19 children.
Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kelvyn Park High School
Chicago, IL
06.1988
Skills
Patient Database Maintenance
Data Entry Software
Multi-Line Telephone Management
Understanding of Medical Ethics
Knowledge of HIPAA Regulations
Outpatient Procedures
Order Purchasing
Teamwork and Collaboration
Medical Record Confidentiality
Medical Terminology
Medical Records Management
Languages
Spanish
Additional Information
I also enjoy working with children. have been helping at my kids school for the past 9years. Very motivated to return to work .