Samantha Weyermiller
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Experienced with surgical technology and team leadership. Utilizes advanced sterile techniques and equipment management to streamline surgical procedures. Strong understanding of surgical protocols and patient safety, contributing to optimal surgical outcomes.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Billing Manager
Prestige Laser and Cataract Institute
Las Vegas, NV
07.2024 - Current
- Managed billing operations and streamlined processes to enhance efficiency in revenue cycle management.
- Reviewed and resolved discrepancies in insurance claims, ensuring accurate reimbursement for services rendered.
- Trained and supported team members on billing software, improving overall team performance and productivity.
- Analyzed billing reports to identify trends and implement process improvements for increased accuracy.
- Oversaw patient account management, addressing inquiries to enhance patient satisfaction and retention rates.
- Reviewed billing problems, researched issues, and resolved concerns.
- Worked with customers to develop payment plans and bring accounts current.
- Reduced denied claims through diligent review, correction, and resubmission of errors.
- Developed strong relationships with insurance companies through effective communication and negotiation skills, enhancing payment turnaround times.
Lead Surgical Technologist
Prestige Laser and Cataract Institute
Kingman, AZ
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised surgical team operations to ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards.
- Coordinated surgical instrument preparation and sterilization processes for optimal efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior surgical technologists to enhance skillsets and improve patient care.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced instrument turnover time during surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgeons and nursing staff to streamline surgical workflows and enhance communication.
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies, ensuring availability for all scheduled procedures.
- Evaluated new surgical technologies and tools, recommending upgrades to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Conducted regular audits of sterile processing practices, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and best practices.
- Facilitated seamless communication among surgical staff by acting as an effective liaison between surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained sharp technical skills by staying current on industry advancements through continuing education courses and workshops.
- Mentored junior technologists, sharing expertise and promoting professional development within the team.
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
Ophthalmology Surgical Coordinator/Certified Surgical Technologist
Mohave Eye Center
Kingman, AZ
10.2019 - 05.2023
- Coordinated patient scheduling for surgical procedures, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing delays.
- Managed pre-operative assessments, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and patient readiness.
- Collaborated with ophthalmic surgeons to streamline workflow during surgeries, improving procedural effectiveness.
- Trained new staff on surgical coordination processes and software systems, fostering team competency and performance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced patient wait times and enhanced overall service delivery.
- Oversaw inventory management of surgical supplies, maintaining optimal stock levels to prevent shortages.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical staff, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Developed educational materials for patients regarding surgical procedures, increasing understanding and satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to secure necessary authorizations for scheduled surgeries.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall efficiency within the ophthalmology department.
- Streamlined the surgical booking process for improved time management and resource allocation.
- Leveraged expertise in electronic health records systems to accurately document all aspects of patients'' surgical journeys.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing for supplies and equipment.
- Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Developed protocols for equipment sterilization, improving operational efficiency in the OR.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Reduced surgery time by effectively anticipating surgeon''s needs and providing timely assistance.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Supported colleagues by serving as a resource on surgical technology best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Lead Surgical Technologist
Southwestern Eye Center/ American Vision Partners
Kingman, AZ
08.2015 - 05.2020
- Assisted in reducing hospital readmissions due to infections with diligent attention to infection control practices in the operating room setting.
- Reduced surgery preparation time by effectively collaborating with the surgical team in setting up equipment and instruments.
- Saved time in emergency situations by rapidly assembling required equipment for urgent surgical interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care throughout pre-op, intraoperative, and post-op phases.
- Contributed to a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and offering suggestions for process enhancements.
- Improved surgical outcomes by providing skilled assistance to surgeons during complex procedures.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness by decontaminating all reusable equipment after each procedure according to established guidelines.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere through strong teamwork skills while maintaining professionalism under pressure during critical situations.
- Ensured accurate inventory management, ordering supplies as needed, and maintaining proper stock levels of essential materials.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently maintaining sterile environments and adhering to strict surgical protocols.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Worked with vendors for speedy procurement of services and equipment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingman Academy Of Learning
KingmanAssociate of Science - Surgical Technology
Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZ05-2012
Skills
- Claims processing proficiency
- HIPAA compliance
- Effective communication
- Patient confidentiality practices
- Team leadership qualities
- Staff training and development
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Revenue cycle management
- CPT coding
- Time management techniques
- Analytical thinking capacity
- Team building
- Training and mentoring
- Project leadership
- Process improvements
- Workflow planning
Accomplishments
- Successfully assisted in the opening of Kingman, AZ Prestige Laser and Cataract Institute acting as an Assistant Administrator.
- Developed the facility daily, weekly, monthly cleaning protocol based off State and AAAHC guidelines.
- Assisted in creating the operating P&P for the new facility based off of State and AAAHC guidelines.
- Effectively developed and implemented the guidelines for the Sterilization department based off of AAAHC and manufacture guidelines.
- Built strong relationships with surgeons and learned set up preferences to streamline surgeries.
- Trained many new surgical technologists and Nursing staff.
- Introduced strict infection control protocols, reducing post-surgical complications.
- Improved operating room efficiency at various ASC and Hospitals.
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Medical Billing Manager
Prestige Laser and Cataract Institute
07.2024 - Current
Lead Surgical Technologist
Prestige Laser and Cataract Institute
05.2023 - Current
Ophthalmology Surgical Coordinator/Certified Surgical Technologist
Mohave Eye Center
10.2019 - 05.2023
Lead Surgical Technologist
Southwestern Eye Center/ American Vision Partners
08.2015 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Kingman Academy Of Learning
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
Mohave Community College