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Shana Gaines-Smith

Southfield,MI

Summary

Well-spoken and educated Medical Office Coordinator with outstanding phone and email communication skills. Versed in HIPAA and patient privacy regulations. Communicates well with other practices and offices to coordinate medical records and referrals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Office Coordinator

Thrive Physical Therapy
05.2022 - 11.2023
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by streamlining appointment scheduling and managing office communications.
  • Reduced wait times for patients by implementing efficient check-in and check-out procedures.
  • Improved medical team collaboration by coordinating schedules, meetings, and conferences.
  • Increased office efficiency with effective management of medical records and documentation.
  • Maintained a high level of confidentiality by handling sensitive patient information with discretion and care.
  • Assisted in the recruitment and training of new staff members, contributing to a knowledgeable and professional team.

Administrative Assistant

Transformative Mind Counseling
01.2022 - 06.2022

This was a remote contingent position

  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.

Clinic Support Specialist

Metro Ehs Pediatric Therapy
06.2020 - 09.2021
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving technical issues swiftly and efficiently.
  • Streamlined support procedures for quicker response times, resulting in higher client retention rates.
  • Established a knowledge base for efficient issue resolution, reducing ticket backlog significantly.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective support strategies within the aba therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapies pediatric clients.

Dental Front Office Coordinator

Mitchell Klein Dds
02.2017 - 02.2020
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing appointment scheduling and confirmation processes.
  • Streamlined dental office operations by implementing effective organizational systems for patient records and financial documentation.
  • Reduced wait times and improved patient flow by coordinating efficient room allocations for dental procedures.
  • Increased overall office efficiency with diligent management of daily tasks, including answering phones, filing paperwork, and inventory management.
  • Collaborated closely with dentists to coordinate treatment plans that met each individual''s oral health needs while considering insurance constraints or budget limitations when necessary.

Office Manager

HealthQuest
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.

Education

No Degree - Billing And Coding Certificate

Everest College
Chandler, AZ
04.2010

Associate of Arts - General Literature

Wayne Community College
Detroit, MI
05.2007

High School Diploma -

St. Martin Depores High School
Detroit, MI
05.2003

Skills

  • Appointment Setting
  • Medical Terminology
  • Insurance Verification
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Resource Management
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Managing Patient Records

Timeline

Medical Office Coordinator

Thrive Physical Therapy
05.2022 - 11.2023

Administrative Assistant

Transformative Mind Counseling
01.2022 - 06.2022

Clinic Support Specialist

Metro Ehs Pediatric Therapy
06.2020 - 09.2021

Dental Front Office Coordinator

Mitchell Klein Dds
02.2017 - 02.2020

Office Manager

HealthQuest
01.2015 - 01.2017

No Degree - Billing And Coding Certificate

Everest College

Associate of Arts - General Literature

Wayne Community College

High School Diploma -

St. Martin Depores High School
Shana Gaines-Smith