Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Transcription/Secretary
Roosevelt Family Medicine
Norfolk, VA
08.2009 - 11.2014
Transcribed medical dictation from physicians, including patient histories, physical examinations and discharge summaries.
Reviewed transcribed documents for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established procedures.
Conducted quality control checks on completed reports and corrected errors as needed.
Medical Office Secretary
Hague Internal Medicine
Norfolk, VA
07.2004 - 11.2009
Greeted patients, collected personal information and verified insurance coverage.
Assisted in scheduling appointments for patients.
Answered incoming calls and responded to inquiries from patients and staff members.
Managed patient records by entering data into a computerized system.
Prepared forms, letters, reports and other documents as requested by medical staff.
Maintained an organized filing system of patient charts and documents.
Processed payments from patients using cash registers or computers.
Ordered office supplies and maintained inventory levels as needed.
Provided administrative support to the medical staff including physicians, nurses and technicians.
Monitored medical supply levels and restocked shelves as necessary.
Ensured all HIPAA regulations were followed when handling confidential patient information.
Set up new patient files with appropriate documentation.
Responded to emails promptly from both internal and external customers.
Verified that all required paperwork was completed before patient visits.
Scanned documents into electronic format for easy retrieval later on.
Provided customer service assistance to visitors who had questions about their health plans or benefits packages.
Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information and medical personnel access.
Managed physician calendar, scheduling patient appointments and procedures.
Applied knowledge of medical terminology and insurance processes to support office administration productivity.
Compiled physical and digital documents, charts and reports.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services.
Conducted patient intake interviews to collect medical information and insurance details.
Documented and responded to incoming correspondences to address questions.
Updated group medical records and technical library to promote smooth office operations.
Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
Ordered and maintained supply inventory for medical office.
Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
Routed laboratory or diagnostic results to appropriate staff.
Transcribed recorded practitioners' diagnoses and recommendations into medical records.
Medical Secretary
Drs.Kaplan, Goldman, and Cohen
Norfolk, VA
08.1989 - 07.1995
Greeted patients upon arrival, collected medical history and verified insurance coverage.
Prepared patient charts for physicians prior to appointments, including updating existing information.
Transcribed doctor's orders into the electronic health record system.
Scheduled laboratory tests, imaging studies and other procedures as requested by the physician.
Maintained accurate patient records and filing systems according to established policies and procedures.
Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
Responded to inquiries from patients regarding billing, scheduling and appointment changes.
Assisted with check-in and check-out of patients in an efficient manner, ensuring all necessary forms were completed accurately.
Verified patient demographics and insurance information prior to each visit or procedure.
Coordinated referrals between primary care physicians and specialists as required.
Created new patient files when needed and ensured that all documents were properly filed in each file folder.
Prepared correspondence such as letters, reports or memos on behalf of the office staff.
Managed daily calendars for multiple providers, setting up appointments as needed.
Provided support to clinical staff during exams by handing instruments or providing assistance with paperwork.
Monitored patient messages sent via email or phone message system and responded accordingly.
Ensured HIPAA compliance was maintained throughout the practice by following protocols.
Answered phone calls to provide assistance, information and medical personnel access.
Managed physician calendar, scheduling patient appointments and procedures.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services.
Conducted patient intake interviews to collect medical information and insurance details.
Applied knowledge of medical terminology and insurance processes to support office administration productivity.
Documented and responded to incoming correspondences to address questions.
Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
Routed laboratory or diagnostic results to appropriate staff.
Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
Completed relevant insurance and other claim forms.
Interviewed patients to complete case histories and intake forms.
Transcribed recorded practitioners' diagnoses and recommendations into medical records.
Medical Transcription/receptionist
Redgate Radiology
Norfolk, VA
07.1983 - 07.1984
Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the building.
Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
Responded to inquiries from internal staff members regarding office operations issues such as mail delivery or office equipment maintenance.
Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.
Coordinated with vendors for repairs and maintenance of office equipment such as printers or computers.
Ensured that all necessary forms were completed accurately prior to submitting them for processing.
Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Served visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing to appropriate personnel.
Updated and recorded customer or client information to maintain accounts.
Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day.
Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
Greeted and directed visitors to appropriate personnel and answered average of [Number] calls and emails daily.
Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
Screened and verified visitors for identification credentials and purpose of visit to maintain security of personnel and office environment.
Prepared correspondence, reports and other documents in final formats with correct punctuation, capitalization, grammar and spelling.
Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
Answered multi-line telephone with polite tone of voice to provide general information and answer inquiries.
Greeted visitors entering establishment to determine nature and purpose of visit.
Scheduled appointments and maintained and updated appointment calendars.
Monitored reception area to provide consistently safe, hazard-free environment for customers.
Protected clients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information.
Maintained business office inventory and equipment by checking stock for needed supplies.
Maintained client accounts by obtaining, recording and updating personal and financial information.
Operated telephone switchboard to answer, screen and forward calls to appropriate personnel.
Investigated and analyzed client complaints to identify and resolve issues.
Coordinated pick-up and delivery of express mail services.
Collated, bound and stored computer-generated reports.
Transcribed tapes and notes from meetings into prescribed formats.
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