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Rachel Thomas

Vernal,UT

Summary

Dynamic Patient Care Coordinator with extensive experience at Good Shepherd Hospice, excelling in HIPAA compliance and patient relations. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through effective appointment scheduling and compassionate support. Skilled in insurance verification and adept at fostering strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care transitions.


Healthcare professional with solid foundation in patient care coordination, consistently ensuring smooth operations and patient satisfaction. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical teams and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Known for excellent organizational skills and patient-focused approach.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Coordinator

Good Shepherd Hospice
01.2025 - Current
  • Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, answering questions, and ensuring patient satisfaction with their care experience at the clinic.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
  • Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for medical treatments and procedures.
  • Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
  • Coordinated with insurance companies for accurate billing and claim processing, reducing errors and financial discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create seamless transitions between various stages of treatment plans, enhancing continuity of care.
  • Fostered strong relationships with referral sources for increased network connections, benefiting both the clinic and its patients through expanded resources.
  • Acted as a knowledgeable resource for patients seeking information about community resources and support services available to them in their healthcare journey.
  • Monitored inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment, placing orders when necessary to prevent shortages or delays in patient care provision.
  • Implemented a more efficient system for managing medical records, resulting in faster access to crucial information during patient visits.
  • Provided compassionate support for families during difficult healthcare decisions, acting as a liaison between them and their loved ones'' medical team.
  • Managed patient records with strict adherence to confidentiality and accuracy standards.
  • Assisted in the development of care plans tailored to individual patient needs, improving overall health outcomes.
  • Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring smooth transitions to home care or rehabilitation facilities.
  • Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and patient privacy laws, maintaining safe and confidential environment.
  • Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
  • Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
  • Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
  • Responded to inquiries by directing calls to appropriate personnel.
  • Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.

Home Coordinator

Beehive Homes
03.2024 - 12.2024

I was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the home. I helped care for 14-16 residents on a daily basis. I managed all the current employees in my specific home, I did all the ordering for the home and manage inventory. I make and enforce schedules for the facility as well and evaluating the employees for job performance. I made sure the residents are happy and well cared for. I made sure that their physical needs are met as well as their emotional needs. All the residents I care for are dementia patients and I have loved learning about this disease. It has been challenging yet rewarding.

Intake Coordinator and Preauthorization Specialist

Uintah Basin Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2024

I received all orders for patients that need to be set up on DME equipment. I create or update their accounts via Cerner, verify all demographic information. I verify insurance and call and receive preauthorization in needed. I dispatch a technician to set patient up with equipment. I request documentation from provider regarding patient encounter for the need for oxygen. If the patient is a Medicare patient in request information to acquire a CMN for patient. If patient doesn't qualify per Medicare guidelines I have to execute an ABN CMN. I also resolve billing questions per patient request and follow up with patient when prescription is expired for the pickup of equipment. I fulfill all clerical duties pertaining to the clinic as well.

Patient Registration Clerk

Ashley Regional Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2021
  • Managed difficult situations involving upset or frustrated patients with empathy and professionalism, ultimately resolving issues effectively.
  • Enhanced patient experience through friendly interactions and efficient service during registration.
  • I received all orders for patients that need to be set up on DME equipment. I create or update their accounts via Cerner, verify all demographic information. I verify insurance and call and receive preauthorization in needed. I dispatch a technician to set patient up with equipment. I request documentation from provider regarding patient encounter for the need for oxygen. If the patient is a Medicare patient in request information to acquire a CMN for patient. If patient doesn't qualify per Medicare guidelines I have to execute an ABN CMN. I also resolve billing questions per patient request and follow up with patient when prescription is expired for the pickup of equipment. I fulfill all clerical duties pertaining to the clinic as well.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Uintah Basin Applied Technology College
Vernal, UT
06-2024

Associate of Science - Health Information Management

Bryan University
Tempe, AZ
06-2022

High School Diploma -

Payson High School
Payson, UT
05-1994

Skills

  • Critical thinking skills
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Organizational skills
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Customer service
  • Patient relations
  • Attention to detail
  • Insurance verification
  • Patient care coordination
  • Patient care
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Scheduling
  • Medical terminology
  • Patient education
  • Patient records management
  • Goal setting
  • Patient documentation
  • Follow-up care
  • Documentation
  • Patient safety
  • Filing and recordkeeping
  • Proficient in Cerner, and several other platforms
  • Office administration
  • Relationship building
  • Payment collection
  • Care planning
  • Policy compliance
  • New hire training
  • Insurance practices
  • Strategic planning
  • Healthcare operations
  • Claims processing
  • Patient assessment
  • Quality assurance
  • Inventory management
  • Medical data collection
  • Patient outreach and Follow-up
  • Case management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Organizational standards
  • Administrative supervision
  • Interdepartmental collaboration
  • Process improvements
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Switchboard operation
  • Meeting preparation
  • Performance improvement
  • Multitasking
  • Patient satisfaction
  • Billing statement processing
  • Medical record requests
  • HIPAA protocol adherence
  • Healthcare documentation
  • Clinical practice operations
  • Payment arrangements & negotiation
  • Healthcare system navigation
  • Healthcare
  • Calm and effective under pressure
  • Punctual and hardworking
  • Administrative and office support
  • Reliability and dedication
  • Registration and scheduling
  • Documenting and recording information
  • Caring and empathetic
  • Insurance verifying
  • Document filing
  • Patient intake
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient confidentiality and data security
  • Multi-line telephone systems
  • Insurance authorizations
  • Schedule coordination
  • Outbound calling
  • Medical history documentation
  • Communicating to patients and families
  • Records management
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Evaluating quality of care
  • Patient needs assessment and referral
  • Payment calculation
  • Providing information and resources
  • Word processing

Timeline

Patient Care Coordinator

Good Shepherd Hospice
01.2025 - Current

Home Coordinator

Beehive Homes
03.2024 - 12.2024

Intake Coordinator and Preauthorization Specialist

Uintah Basin Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2024

Patient Registration Clerk

Ashley Regional Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2021

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Uintah Basin Applied Technology College

Associate of Science - Health Information Management

Bryan University

High School Diploma -

Payson High School