Versatile Administrative professional well-versed in healthcare practices, compliance standards and operations. Excellent problem-solver and clear communicator with positive and upbeat personality. Advanced abilities in [Software]. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Secretary
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
08.2002 - 01.2005
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
Answered phone calls and messages for [Number]-physician [Type] medical facility, scheduling appointments and handling patient inquiries.
Organized patient files and streamlined operations to improve efficiency.
Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
Registered and verified patient records before triage with most up-to-date information.
Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.
Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
Contacted hospitals to confirm patients medical histories and prevent inaccurate diagnoses and treatments.
Facilitated organized record retrieval and access by maintaining filing system for both in-house and discharged residents.
Collaborated with assistants and [Type] doctors to prepare and set up rooms with adequate supplies and equipment.
Increased office productivity by transcribing over [Number] daily meetings and appointments and implementing organizational systems for documents.
Unit Secretary/CNA
Kindred
08.1993 - 08.2002
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number]-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for [Type] patient rooms.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
CNA
Albuquerque Manor
08.1992 - 04.1993
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
CNA
St. Francis Nursing Home
01.1990 - 08.1992
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM
08.2019
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
12.2016
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
12.2016
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
12.2016
Paramedic - Emergency Medical Technology
EMS Academy
Albuquerque, NM
05.1992
High School Diploma -
ST. Pius X Highschool
Albuquerque
05.1989
Skills
Registration Coordination
Registration Requirements
Advising Patents
Technical Library Maintenance
Patient Training
Data Entry Software
Record Retrieval
Registration Services
Patient Registration
Organization and Time Management
Medical Triage
Registration Procedures
Collecting Intake Information
Inpatient Consultations
Preparing Treatment Rooms
Medical Appointment Scheduling
Taking Client Histories
Medical Report Preparation
HIPAA Guidelines
Patient File Updates
Customer Experience
Reminder Calls
Registration Data Intake
Managing Medical Practices
Information Assistance
Filing Systems
Administrative Arrangements
Patient Interviews
Client Assessments
Organizing Service Schedules
Customer Inquiries
Policies and Guidelines
Call Transfers
Message and Report Transcription
Clerical Support
Calendar and Appointment Management
Patient Health Information Access
Collecting Patient Specimens and Tests
Timeline
ER Secretary
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center
08.2002 - 01.2005
Unit Secretary/CNA
Kindred
08.1993 - 08.2002
CNA
Albuquerque Manor
08.1992 - 04.1993
CNA
St. Francis Nursing Home
01.1990 - 08.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Mexico
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Central New Mexico Community College
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Central New Mexico Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Certified Medical Assistant /Assistant Office Manager/ Lead Medical Assistant / Receptionist at Advanced Cardiology Practice (St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center)Certified Medical Assistant /Assistant Office Manager/ Lead Medical Assistant / Receptionist at Advanced Cardiology Practice (St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center)