Oneta Hammans
Proofreader/Copyeditor
Austin,TX
Summary
- Deadline-driven copy editor with five years of experience meticulously editing grammar, punctuation, style, and syntax
- Two certifications in editing and medical transcription
- Collaborative approach with clients to build positive working relationship
- Flexible time manager with creativity in juggling numerous projects at once
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Proofreader and Copyeditor
Undergraduate And Postgraduate University Students
Austin, Texas
09.2022 - Current
- Review and edit content for correct grammar and style
- Help students improve grammar, word choice and sentence structure
- Rewrite and edit copy to improve readability
- Elevate students’ writing to achieve strong academic style and tone
- Raise essay grades
Proofreader and Copyeditor
John T. Catrett, Scissortail Hospice
Tulsa, OK
03.2017 - Current
- Review and edit content for correct grammar and style
- Highlight inconsistencies, incorrect word usage, spelling, and formatting
- Rewrite and edit copy to improve readability
- Confirm the document is clear, concise, smooth, and understandable
Medical Transcriptionist
Lone Oak Transcription
Round Rock, TX
08.2002 - 04.2011
- Attended training associated with role to improve skills and boost speed
- Transcribed dictation from doctors' voice recordings of office visits and all hospital reports, demonstrating strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and surgical equipment
- Recorded information using word processing, dictation and transcription software and equipment
- Demonstrated knowledge of HIPPA Privacy Security Regulations by appropriately handling patient information
Education
Copyediting
Editorial Freelancers Association
Https:/education@the-efa.orgCertification - General Proofreading
Proofread Anywhere
Https:/proofreadanywhere.com10.2022
Certification - Medical Transcription
Medical Transcription School
Texas06.1997
Skills
- Attention to detail: Spelling, punctuation, syntax, formatting, and page numbering
- Strong grammatical skills
- Highly organized and structured
- Ability to work within time limits and deadlines
- Stress tolerance
- Constructive feedback
- Strong familiarity with medical terminology
- Knowledge of Chicago Manual of Style
- Working knowledge of Google Docs and Microsoft Word
Avid reader
Special interest in historical fiction and mysteries
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Proofreader and Copyeditor
Undergraduate And Postgraduate University Students
09.2022 - Current
Proofreader and Copyeditor
John T. Catrett, Scissortail Hospice
03.2017 - Current
Medical Transcriptionist
Lone Oak Transcription
08.2002 - 04.2011
Copyediting
Editorial Freelancers Association
Certification - General Proofreading
Proofread Anywhere
Certification - Medical Transcription
Medical Transcription School
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