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Shannon Knight

Ozark,Al

Summary

Systematic Quality Assurance Manager with an excellent eye for detail and a knack for devising and establishing effective quality procedures, standards and specifications. Talented at clearly specifying quality requirements with Physicians and monitoring procedure performance.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

Professional Medical Associates
Ozark , AL
2016.07 - Current
  • Responsible for improving performance on value-based contractual priorities
  • Conducts and documents assessment and a plan of care in Electronic Medical record keeping (EMR) system, identify and prioritize action items including but not limited to preventative visits, care gap closure, and follow-up after Emergency or Inpatient treatment
  • Participates in meetings, problem solving, goal setting, quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives
  • Achieve established productivity and performance targets
  • Performed regular quality assurance and control reviews of company processes to ensure compliance with Insurance companies
  • Answered incoming phone calls, scheduled appointments, and responded to inquiries.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing, scanning documents into EMR system, data entry.
  • Communicated effectively with other healthcare providers regarding patient care plans.
  • Updated patient information in electronic health record system accurately and timely.
  • Collaborated closely with doctors to ensure that all paperwork was accurate and complete.
  • Educated patients on proper usage of medications prescribed by their physician.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss changes in policies or procedures within the clinic.
  • Compiled and coded patient information or data in appropriate computer system.
  • Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.

Medical Assistant

Alabama South Podiatry
  • Proficient in the use of orthotic casting materials, including fiberglass and plaster.
  • Optimized diagnosis procedures by proficiently performing PADnet tests, resulting in improved accuracy and efficiency in identifying peripheral arterial disease.
  • Created and maintained accurate medical records for patient care.
  • Utilized radiographic equipment to conduct diagnostic imaging
  • Maintained a well-structured appointment schedule.
  • Maintained efficient communication through handling correspondence effectively
  • Implemented effective measures to prevent complications related to diabetic foot
  • Maintained detailed records of patients' vital signs, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of medical consultations.
  • Ensured exam rooms were properly prepared for procedures.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.

Medical Assistant/Cast Tech

Southern Bone and Joint
  • Demonstrated expertise in performing fiberglass and plaster casting procedures for both upper and lower extremities
  • Diligently recorded and monitored patients' vital signs.
  • Managed the distribution of prescribed drugs from an on-site pharmacy
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.

Office Coordinator

Dr Catherine James-Peters Family Medicine
  • Maintained organization and coordination of meetings and appointments
  • Streamlined insurance verification procedures
  • Ensured efficient record-keeping by accurately filing charts.
  • Implemented strategies to enhance efficiency and accuracy of handling correspondence
  • Organized and tracked office supply orders for efficient restocking.
  • Provided leadership and direction to front desk employees
  • Answered incoming telephone calls, determined purpose of callers, and forwarded calls to appropriate personnel or department
  • Greeted visitors and directed them to the appropriate area or person.
  • Managed daily mail distribution including sorting out incoming and outgoing mail.
  • Input accurate account data to efficiently update company database and maintain detailed records.

Education

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Dothan, AL
2005-05

Associate of Science - Nursing

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Dothan, AL

Skills

  • Patient Triage
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Care
  • Diagnostic Procedures
  • Clinical skills
  • Educating patients
  • Documenting vitals
  • Continuity of care record

Timeline

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

Professional Medical Associates
2016.07 - Current

Medical Assistant

Alabama South Podiatry

Medical Assistant/Cast Tech

Southern Bone and Joint

Office Coordinator

Dr Catherine James-Peters Family Medicine

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan

Associate of Science - Nursing

George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Shannon Knight