Unit Clerk experienced coordinating medical records, restocking supplies and answering multi-line phone systems for fast-paced medical units. Transcribes and faxes orders, scans records and organizes diverse forms. Computer-savvy and well-organized with strengths in data entry and file management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Service Representative
Advocate Medical Center
Beverly , IL
05.2021 - Current
Assisted patients in filling out check-in and payment paperwork.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Reviewed and corrected claim errors to facilitate smooth processing.
Compiled and reviewed medical charts.
Balanced deposits and credit card payments each day.
Used EPIC software to schedule appointments.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Worked in ALL Specialty Departments, Lab/ Xray, Cardiology, Lymphedema , Wound Care and Urgent CARE.
Recommended service improvements to minimize recurring patient issues and complaints.
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Unit Clerk
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
02.2019 - 11.2020
Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
Orchestrated efficient and thorough replenishment of unit supplies to handle forecasted patient loads.
Responded to and resolved diverse patient issues with speedy and knowledgeable assistance.
Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members.
Answered multi-line telephone system, provided information and directed calls.
Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
Enhanced office efficiency by handling 100+ callers per day.
Coordinated front office duties, including customer service, patient scheduling and billing.
Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
Medicar Driver
Superior Ambulance Svc
Elm Hurst, Illinois
09.2015 - 07.2018
Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
Delivered employees and materials to job sites 10 times per day.
Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to decrease overall fuel costs by 100%.
Home Health Care Aide
Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.2005 - 08.2015
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence.
Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
Assisted with general household activities, such as cooking, meal preparation and grocery shopping.
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients, consulting with a social worker to address concerns and protect each person from any harm.
Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Englewood High School
6201 S Stewart
08.2002
Medical Billing And Coding Diploma - Medical Insurance Billing
East West University
816 S Michigan
09.2008
Skills
Customer Service
Preparing Charts
Arranging Transportation
Patient Care
Scheduling
Patient Assistance
Medical Records Management
Office Supply Ordering
Multi-line phone system
Insurance Verification
Critical thinking
Collect co-pays
Timeline
Patient Service Representative
Advocate Medical Center
05.2021 - Current
Unit Clerk
Rush University Medical Center
02.2019 - 11.2020
Medicar Driver
Superior Ambulance Svc
09.2015 - 07.2018
Home Health Care Aide
Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of Chicago
12.2005 - 08.2015
High School Diploma - General Studies
Englewood High School
Medical Billing And Coding Diploma - Medical Insurance Billing