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Suzanne Geasey

NYACK,NY

Summary

At Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, I excelled in care coordination, blending empathy with effective communication to enhance patient well-being. Demonstrated proficiency in healthcare compliance and patient education, significantly improving care delivery through multidisciplinary collaboration and innovative problem-solving.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Care Coordinator

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
West Harrison, NY
09.2011 - Current
  • Facilitated on-going assessment of patient and family needs and oversaw implementation of interdisciplinary team plan of care.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from patients regarding their care plans.
  • Investigated and reported issues relating to patient care and conditions which might hinder patient well-being.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients with appropriate medical specialists.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations related to healthcare service provision.
  • Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
  • Coordinated with other health professionals to develop individualized plans of care for patients.
  • Maintained communication between the family and caregiver and other involved parties regarding the patient's condition.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Actively participated in staff meetings discussing best practices in patient care coordination.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Performed administrative tasks and prepared medical information for the clinic to ensure a smooth transition of relevant information.
  • Contacted outside medical institutions to obtain medical information prior to, during, and post-clinic, and processed and submitted records into patient records.
  • Expedited, time-sensitive schedules, such as same-day tests or consultations.
  • Complete a detailed end-of-day summary, and follow the missed appointment policy when patients fail to come to scheduled appointments.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business

Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY
05-1981

Some College (No Degree) - Economics and computer science - 40 credits

State University of NY At Buffalo
Buffalo, NY

Skills

  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Care planning
  • Time management
  • Patient education
  • Patient assessment
  • Medical terminology understanding
  • Organizational standards
  • Active listening
  • Documentation
  • Policy adherence
  • Workflow management
  • Healthcare
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Team collaboration
  • Scheduling

Timeline

Care Coordinator

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
09.2011 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Business

Dutchess Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Economics and computer science - 40 credits

State University of NY At Buffalo
Suzanne Geasey