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SHANTAL FERNANDEZ

Hempstead

Summary

Skilled in front desk operations, customer service, and office administration, with expertise in patient scheduling, insurance verification, and maintaining confidentiality. Adept at managing appointment workflows, processing payments, and utilizing EMR/EHR systems to ensure efficient operations. Committed to delivering exceptional support and fostering positive experiences for clients and team members. Conscientious professional skilled at managing patient interactions, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate medical records. Efficient at performing administrative tasks such as handling phone calls, processing insurance information, and ensuring timely communication between medical staff and patients. Motivated team player experienced in providing exceptional customer service. Proven ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations while being able to quickly and effectively resolve customer complaints. Possesses exceptional communication, organizational and multitasking skills. Committed to providing the highest quality service and creating a positive customer experience.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Receptionist

Harmony Healthcare
Hempstead
08.2025 - Current
  • Managed front desk operations and maintained a welcoming environment for patients.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow efficiently each day.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate departments.
  • Performed patient registration activities, including verifying insurance eligibility and coverage levels.
  • Verified patient insurance information and processed necessary paperwork.
  • Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure efficient patient flow.
  • Provided support during patient intake by collecting medical history information.
  • Answered incoming calls, responding to inquiries from patients and other medical offices.
  • Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.

Front Desk Medical Receptionist

Suarez medical center
Freeport
12.2024 - 08.2025
  • Greeted and checked-in patients, collected patient information accurately and efficiently.
  • Managed front desk operations including check-in and check-out processes, appointment scheduling and cash handling activities.
  • Scheduled appointments, verified insurance coverage and processed payments in a timely manner.
  • Maintained a professional demeanor while providing excellent customer service to all patients.
  • Assisted with coordinating referrals between specialists or other healthcare providers.
  • Reviewed patient charts prior to visits to ensure accuracy of demographic data and updated records accordingly.
  • Maintained confidentiality of personal and financial information, protecting patient rights and complying with HIPAA regulations.
  • Used basic knowledge of medical terminology in daily office tasks.
  • Updated patient records, medical histories, and contact information for traceability.
  • Processed payment transactions for cash, checks, and credit and debit cards.
  • Answered phone calls, provided information, and addressed inquiries promptly.

Pharmacy Technician

Westbury drugs
Westbury
04.2024 - 02.2025
  • Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
  • Received written prescriptions and refill requests from patients, evaluating information for completeness and accuracy before filling.
  • Restocked shelves with new supplies of medications as needed.
  • Communicated effectively with doctors and insurance agencies to resolve prescription cost discrepancies.
  • Participated in pharmacy inventory management, including tracking expiration dates and removing outdated medications.
  • Performed data entry for patient profiles, billing information and prescription orders into the pharmacy software system.
  • Processed insurance claims and handled billing inquiries to ensure customer satisfaction.

Medical Receptionist

Ny Best Medical
Amityville
03.2023 - 01.2024
  • Managed patient check-ins by verifying insurance coverage, collecting payments, and updating accounts accordingly.
  • Greeted patients immediately upon arrival, providing excellent customer service.
  • Scheduled appointments, managed calendars, and coordinated meetings efficiently.
  • Scanned documents into the electronic health record system securely.
  • Performed basic clerical duties such as photocopying documents or scanning files.

Cashier/crew member

The French workshop
Garden City
05.2022 - 01.2023

Cashier/retail sales associate

Wireless phone store
Hempstead
06.2020 - 04.2022
  • Operated cash register and accurately processed payments, returns, and exchanges.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the checkout area by cleaning counters, shelves and windows.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures, such as counting cash register, restocking, and cleaning.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with co-workers.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and offering assistance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hempstead high school
Hempstead, Ny

Skills

  • Communication
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Problem-solving
  • Data entry
  • Insurance verification
  • Front desk operations
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Customer service
  • Supply management
  • Customer engagement
  • Phone etiquette
  • Point of sale
  • Billing support
  • Verifying orders
  • Processing payments
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Ordering and stocking medications
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Appointment management
  • Patient scheduling
  • Documentation
  • Payment collection
  • Medical billing
  • HIPAA guidelines
  • Telephone etiquette
  • EMR / EHR
  • Financial transactions
  • Insurance verifications
  • Office administration

Timeline

Front Desk Receptionist

Harmony Healthcare
08.2025 - Current

Front Desk Medical Receptionist

Suarez medical center
12.2024 - 08.2025

Pharmacy Technician

Westbury drugs
04.2024 - 02.2025

Medical Receptionist

Ny Best Medical
03.2023 - 01.2024

Cashier/crew member

The French workshop
05.2022 - 01.2023

Cashier/retail sales associate

Wireless phone store
06.2020 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Hempstead high school
SHANTAL FERNANDEZ