To work as part of a team in an environment where can use the skills obtained to support staff Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 10 years of experience managing operations in patient-centric medical offices. Successfully oversee human resources, budgeting, supply management, and patient services. Develop and lead productive and efficient office staff. Contribute to high-volume medical practices by providing exceptional customer service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Service Specialist
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during check-ins, registrations, and scheduling appointments.
Enhanced clinic workflow by managing patient records and ensuring accurate documentation of medical histories.
Reduced wait times for patients by optimizing appointment schedules and coordinating with clinical staff.
Increased patient loyalty through timely follow-up calls and addressing inquiries or concerns.
Streamlined insurance verification processes for faster resolution of billing issues, resulting in increased revenue collection.
Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality of patient information while handling sensitive documents.
Managed high call volumes by efficiently triaging incoming requests to appropriate departments or personnel.
Verified insurance eligibility and coverage for patients.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Balanced deposits and credit card payments each day.
Health Unit Coordinator
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
10.2018 - 02.2020
Entered work orders into a computer system for appropriate departments regarding maintenance issues and Biomed needs.
Provided care for patient unit, coordinating day-to-day hygiene, feeding, and quality of life functions.
Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
Reduced wait times for patients by effectively managing patient flow within health unit
Streamlined administrative processes by implementing new organization systems for physical and digital documents.
Coordinated successful discharges from facility by liaising with other departments and ensuring necessary paperwork was completed promptly.
Responded to patient call lights to expedite appropriate follow-through Maintained accurate patient records through diligent data entry and timely updates in electronic health record system
Transcribed physician orders accurately and alerted nurses to new orders, single orders,stat medications
Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Expedited insurance authorizations for treatments or procedures, streamlining financial aspects of patient care delivery.
Provided concierge service to assist patients and families and direct them to available resources.
Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
Increased efficiency in theworkplace by training new Health Unit Coordinators on policies, procedures, and software applications.
Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing well-organized and efficient unit environment.
Helped troubleshoot equipment failures such as call systems, portable phones, WOWs, and other unit devices.
Health Unit Coordinator
Multicare Mary Bridge
08.2014
Health Unit Coordinators manage telephone, intercom, and computer tasks
Assist in the admission are available to help you find your way around while you are here at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Medical Terminology Transcribing Dr
Orders Admitting and Discharging patients Screen and relay Calls Unit supply/Equipment management Communicating with medical staff Maintaining patients medical Records Electronic Medical Records Data entry Clerical skills/balancing safe and deposit
Transporter
Multicare Tacoma General Hospital
03.2013 - 08.2015
The Transporter is responsible for the safe and timely transport of patients, supplies, and equipment throughout the facility, Providing assistance to the units such as cleaning equipment, stocking supplies
Work under direct supervision, and works closely with and under the direction of nursing staff
Patient care staff throughout the health center
External contacts include patients, patient, families, and physicians.
ACTIVITY HELPER
Royal Park Care Center
01.2011 - 01.2012
Activities Assistant with a friendly, professional and energetic personality has a passion for improving the lives of others
Responsible for assisting with a wide range of programs and activities for residents to promote fun and social interaction as well as involvement in planning special events
Being part of a fast-paced, team-oriented Self-motivated and vibrant individual who possesses exceptional communication
Education
Health Unit Coordination
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, WA
08.2014
GED -
Rogers High School
Spokane, WA
01.2012
Skills
Professional Communication Skills
Cardiac Monitoring Abilities
EPIC Skills
Medical Terminology
Transcribing Dr Orders
Transcribing Handwritten or electronic physician orders
Mentoring telemetry strips
Admitting and Discharging patients
Screen and relay Calls
Unit supply/Equipment management
Communicating with medical staff
Interacting with patients and visitors
Maintaining patient's medical records
Electronic Medical Records
Data entry
Clerical skills, filing
Outstanding Interpersonal Skills
Great at Multitasking
Work well Under Pressure
Highly Organized
Great Computer Skills
Window 98
Excel Spreadsheet
Attention To Details
Great customer service Skills
Service Utilization Improvements
Staff Scheduling
Employee Work Scheduling
Records Maintenance
First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
HIPAA Compliance Understanding
Patient Scheduling Expertise
Bookkeeping Support
Medical insurance
Medicaid
Insurance Authorizations
Insurance Verification
Additional Data
EKG Monitor Technician Course
HIPPA security training for health care staff certification