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Susan Steele

Specialty Clinic Secretary
Berthoud,CO

Summary

Capable [Job Title] adept at handling all medical administrative needs for busy [Type] practice. Knowledgeable about managing charts, forms and payments. Well-organized and proactive with good judgment and multitasking skills.

Well versed in healthcare practices. Is a problem solver, clear communicator with a positive upbeat personality Have abilities in Meditec and Epic software.

Interacts positively with other departments making sure we are aware of other department needs and maintaining a smooth interaction.


Overview

59
59
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialty Clinic Secretary

Estes Park Health
11.2005 - Current

August 2021 to the present Greet the patients at the front door.

Get copies of there Driver's and insurance cards,

have the patient take the copy of the cards to the specialty secretary or put them in a folder as directed . This may include releases they have signed.

Direct them to the setting area

Inform the Secretary for each group

of the patients arrival.

I set up the exam rooms before each group arrives, making sure everything is stocked and clean. I make sure the exam room is ready to be cleaned after the Specialty group has left.

I make up calender every month showing which provider is scheduled and what day they are coming in. I send copies to everyone who is connected with the providers. I keep track of how many patients each provider had and sent a copy to every department connected with the providers who came at the end of each month.

I help the patients get appointments made and connect them to the providers staff as needed.

Patient Access Representative

Estes Park Health
08.2021 - 08.2022
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy. Learned to work on the Epic Computer system.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
  • Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.

Door Screener During Covid Outbreak

Estes Park Health
01.2020 - 08.2021

Greeting people at the entrance to the hospital Emergency entrance or the front lobby.

Ask the screening questions and make sure they have masks and temperatures taken.

Make sure they keep social distance

Limit the number of people in the lobby

Clean area, chairs, wheelchairs, pens etc.

Assist nurses who are covid testing by keeping track of the people who are scheduled and delivering samples to the lab.

Medical Unit Clerk

Estes Park Health
06.2009 - 12.2019
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
  • Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
  • Until the physicians had to do their own order entry I preformed this task. Used the Meditec system.
  • Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
  • Monitored supplies need for the nurses and reordered. This included food, air mattresses and the office supplies we needed.
  • Took patients to the OR, helped families get to and from the floor. Monitored security after the front doors locked. Made overhead announcments.

Cook and Cook's Assistant for Evening Shift

Estes Park Health
10.2007 - 12.2008
  • Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
  • Set up the dining rooms for the residents and cleaned up after meals. Washed the dishes and set the tables for the next meal

Environmental Services Housekeeper

Estes Park Health
11.2005 - 05.2007
  • Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards and other harmful substances.
  • Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment and reduce odors and debris.
  • Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.

Sterile Processing Technician

Mckee Medical Center
05.2003 - 05.2005
  • Assessed instruments, equipment and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
  • Wrapped trays, instrument packs and sets.
  • Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
  • Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
  • Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.

Sales Representative for Veterinary Medical Supp

MWI
05.2000 - 05.2003
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.

Certified Animal Health Technician

Harrison Memorial Animal Hospital
05.1979 - 05.2000
  • Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Administered medications and anesthetics to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition. Kept track of controlled substances. Ordered supplies and drugs

Education

No Degree - Feldenkrais Method of Movement

Feldenkrais School of Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM
11.2017

L Ac - Chinese Medicine And Herbology

Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Denver, CO
06.1999

Associate of Applied Science - Companion Animal Health

Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology
Denver, CO
05.1986

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Online Systems
  • Medical Science
  • Customer Service
  • Call Transfers
  • Team Goals

Accomplishments

Kept track of Special Equipment use and making sure billing and reordering was maintained.

Proofread Physicians orders and correct them by contacting him and his staff to answer questions before computer documentation was completed.

Made sure transfer and admission orders were in place to insure proper care of the patient.

Before we went to Epic software I made sure transfer information was obtained and available for EMS to take with the receiving Medical facility

Connected transferring physicians with Hospitalists and specialists receiving at the facility that was accepting the patient.

Used Meditec to input the physicians orders.

Made sure equipment issues were resolved by the proper company or department.


Timeline

Patient Access Representative

Estes Park Health
08.2021 - 08.2022

Door Screener During Covid Outbreak

Estes Park Health
01.2020 - 08.2021

Medical Unit Clerk

Estes Park Health
06.2009 - 12.2019

Cook and Cook's Assistant for Evening Shift

Estes Park Health
10.2007 - 12.2008

Specialty Clinic Secretary

Estes Park Health
11.2005 - Current

Environmental Services Housekeeper

Estes Park Health
11.2005 - 05.2007

Sterile Processing Technician

Mckee Medical Center
05.2003 - 05.2005

Sales Representative for Veterinary Medical Supp

MWI
05.2000 - 05.2003

Certified Animal Health Technician

Harrison Memorial Animal Hospital
05.1979 - 05.2000

No Degree - Feldenkrais Method of Movement

Feldenkrais School of Santa Fe

L Ac - Chinese Medicine And Herbology

Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Associate of Applied Science - Companion Animal Health

Bel-Rea Institute of Animal Technology
Susan SteeleSpecialty Clinic Secretary