Results-driven professional with experience at the Mississippi State Department of Health, excelling in data entry and community health. Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Excel and a keen attention to detail, significantly improving project turnaround times. Adept at building trust within diverse communities and training peers to enhance service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Entry Clerk
Mississippi State Department Of Health
01.2021 - 04.2025
Followed established procedures to enter and process data with accuracy and efficiency.
Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
Entered data into various computer systems accurately using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel & RedCap.
Prioritized tasks effectively to ensure timely completion of all assigned projects without sacrificing attention to detail.
Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies & HIPPA.
Created and maintained data entry logs to track data entry activities.
Reduced turnaround time for projects by consistently meeting or exceeding deadlines while maintaining high-quality work output.
Performed follow-up calls to participants that participated in health screenings.
Made contact to various referral agencies to ensure participants received the assistance needed.
Community Health Worker
Mississippi State Department Of Health
01.2021 - 04.2025
Connected families with necessary social services, alleviating barriers to healthcare access and improving quality of life.
Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in community health work, ensuring the delivery of quality services to clients.
Managed enrollment, transportation, and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
Counseled patients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being.
Collected data on program effectiveness, utilizing findings to continuously improve service provision and meet community needs.
Trained new Community Health Workers on best practices, contributing to increased team efficiency and effectiveness in serving the community.
Performed follow-up calls to participants that participated in health screenings.
Medical Administrative Assistant
Indianola Wellness
11.2017 - 02.2020
Handled sensitive patient information with discretion, adhering to strict HIPAA guidelines and safeguarding privacy at all times.
Provided exceptional customer service to patients, addressing concerns promptly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
Answered incoming calls, routed messages and resolved patient inquiries within target timeframes.
Supported healthcare providers with the timely completion of necessary documentation, allowing them to focus on quality patient care.
Verified insurance coverage to prepare for upcoming patient appointments.
Documented patient medical information, case histories, and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
Conducted insurance verification and preauthorizations and managed patient charts.
Anticipated supply needs and placed orders proactively, preventing shortages that could disrupt daily clinic operations or compromise patient care quality.
Coordinated referral appointments with external specialists, ensuring that relevant medical records were shared in a timely manner for optimal patient care continuity.
Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening and empathetic communication, fostering trust and encouraging ongoing engagement with healthcare services.
Reconciled daily payments received and prepared deposits for smooth office finances.
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