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Shiva Najafi

Shiva Najafi

Medical Office Manager or Concierge Patient Care Coordinator
Los Angeles

Summary

Well-qualified Medical Administrative professional successful at helping patients navigate medical office procedures while maintaining smooth and efficient business operations. Offering +5 years of related experience. Exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills. Talented at multitasking without compromising quality.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

PCC

Prenuvo
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Worked with some VIP or celebrity, with high degree of respect for privacy.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
  • Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care.
  • Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
  • Educated patients by explaining preparation instructions for upcoming procedures and tests.
  • Reviewed each step of patient care and made proactive adjustments to avert issues.
  • Reviewed medical charts and served as liaison between patient and doctors.
  • Built strong referral network by developing strategic relationships with general practitioners and internists.
  • Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for MRI.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.

Medical Office Manager

Orchid Cosmetic And Wellness Center
06.2020 - 07.2022
  • Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
  • Provided proper scheduling of patients, ensuring timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
  • Assessed processes and procedures, complying with OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
  • Developed close working relationships with front office and back office staff.
  • Addressed and remedied all patient or team member issues.
  • Managed 7 employees with various personalities and from different cultures for 2 physician practice.
  • Consulted with healthcare professionals on business decisions.
  • Implemented onboarding for new employees, which enabled each to effectively learn tasks and job duties.
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management.

Lead Patient Liaison

Hyperthermia Cancer Institute
08.2019 - 04.2020
  • Responded to patient concerns and questions with compassionate and knowledgeable service.
  • Assisted patients in understanding individual rights and responsibilities in regards to care, coverage and payment.
  • Collected and reviewed patient information to assess eligibility for special programs.
  • Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand treatment procedures.
  • Worked with patients to ascertain issues and make referrals to appropriate specialists.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
  • Completed and filed financial documentation for accounting purposes.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees

Front and Back Office Lead Medical Assistant

101 Family Medical Group
02.2014 - 09.2018
  • Developed close working relationships with front office and back office staff.
  • Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
  • Monitored office procedures to correct problems and implement proactive improvements for better patient flow.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic.
  • Triaged incoming calls for provider to determine caller's' needs for immediate appointments or scheduled visits.
  • Documented patient information in EMR & EHR
  • Audited samples and refrigerated medications to verify freshness and remove any expired packages.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Assessed processes and procedures, complying with OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
  • Addressed and remedied all patient or team member issues.
  • Oversaw and managed 13 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.

Beauty Consultant Sales Representative

Macy's
Canoga Park, CA
02.2010 - 01.2018
  • Arranged merchandise to present visually appealing displays and attract clientele.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise and promoted key items.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Offered each customer top-notch, personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Supported loss prevention goals by monitoring shopper behavior.
  • Assisted customers with signing up for store loyalty programs and provided details about key benefits.
  • Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
  • Promoted additional products and services to increase sales numbers and revenue with diverse selection.
  • Helped clients achieve desired looks for daily wear and special events by designing makeup strategies for each scenario.
  • Processed accurate credit, debit, check and cash sales transactions for more than 50 customers per day

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Los Angeles Pierce College, Woodland Hills, CA
06.2018

Skills

  • Computer Proficiency
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Leadership
  • Electronic Health Records Systems
  • Insurance Eligibility and Verification
  • Time Management
  • Employee Performance Reviews, Hiring & Firing
  • Office Supplies and Inventory
  • OSHA & HIPPA Compliance
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Friendly and Relatable

Timeline

PCC - Prenuvo
08.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Office Manager - Orchid Cosmetic And Wellness Center
06.2020 - 07.2022
Lead Patient Liaison - Hyperthermia Cancer Institute
08.2019 - 04.2020
Front and Back Office Lead Medical Assistant - 101 Family Medical Group
02.2014 - 09.2018
Beauty Consultant Sales Representative - Macy's
02.2010 - 01.2018
Los Angeles Pierce College - Associate of Science, Nursing

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Languages

Persian
Native or Bilingual

Hobbies

Professional tennis player

Snowboard enthusiast

Crypto & Stuck market trader


Shiva NajafiMedical Office Manager or Concierge Patient Care Coordinator