Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with a proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Service Representative
Jefferson Rehabilitation Medicine
Philadelphia, PA
09.2020 - Current
Scheduled and managed the Pelvic Floor & Lymphedema clinics.
Created and streamlined waitlist for Specialty therapists.
Improved medical records request process.
Assisted patients in filling out check-in and payment paperwork.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Used Epic to schedule appointments. Created Insurance spreadsheets to keep track of patients that need updated referrals
Explained plans for treatment and payment options.
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Balanced deposits and credit card payments each day.
Patient Access Coordinator
Rothman Orthopedics
Philadelphia, PA
10.2018 - 06.2019
Responsible for Obtaining patient's demographics and health insurance information
Performed Operator duties when call volume was high. Schedules office visits for new and returning patients
Managed over 50 customers per day, Handled rapid incoming and outgoing calls in call center environment
Managed multiple surgeons’ schedules. Made sure appointments were appropriately scheduled
Responsible for giving accurate and appropriate information to answer patient's questions and troubleshooting issues, and resolving their complaints
Demonstrated ability to use appropriate judgment and independent thinking when resolving customer issues
Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patients' medical records.
Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
Contributed to reducing accounts receivables by adhering to predetermined policies and procedures to recover amounts due from patients.
Determined patient financial needs and referred eligible patients to proper county, state, or federal agencies to obtain financial assistance.
Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
Patient Access Representative
Maineline Healthcare Lakenau Heart Group
Philadelphia, PA
12.2016 - 10.2018
Educating patient regarding their rights, advance directives, system services, and other patient services
Working knowledge of Protected Health Information (PHI), HIPPA
Check-in & check-out Patients, Escorting patients to the area of service
Efficiently and accurately utilizes necessary technology to perform job tasks using Microsoft, Word, Powerpoint & Excel.
Schedule follow-up appointments & tests,
Verify insurance & test insurance for tests or medications for Patients.
Also, work closely with Dr. Jeanine Romanelli in General Cardiology as her personal scheduler.
Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rules to protect patient privacy.
Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patients' medical records.
Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish payment chain.
Determined patient financial needs and referred eligible patients to proper county, state, or federal agencies to obtain financial assistance.
Resolved patient financial problems with guidance from documented guidelines and procedures.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
Ed Registrar/ Admissions Rep
Methodist Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
10.2015 - 02.2017
Admitting patient for hospital stays using Rev 360, Navinet, and Wellsoft.
Exceeded department-specific productivity standards, collection targets, quality audit scores for accuracy productivity and collection standards for registrations and insurance verifications.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA
01.2026
High School Diploma -
Sister Clara Muhammad - High School
Philadelphia, PA
06.2000
Skills
Ability to diffuse situations using good judgment, tact, and professionalism in dealing with internal and external customers
Ability to multi-task, have attention to detail, have strong organizational skills, and be team player
Strong professional level of written and oral communication
Capable of effectively managing multiple phone lines in a professional office setting
Maintaining a professional demeanor and composure when handling difficult & stressful situations
NA at Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Sciences/ Chair, Department of Rehabilitation MedicineNA at Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Sciences/ Chair, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine