Tamara Duncombe
Miami,FL
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with background in medical assistance, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record keeping, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient experiences and seamless support to healthcare teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cafeteria Monitor
Scott Lake Elementary School
Miami, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Monitored the cafeteria during lunch periods, ensuring orderly conduct among students.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation and efficient service.
- Assisted in the setup and breakdown of cafeteria for breakfast, lunch, and special events.
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations related to food service.
- Organized and prepared ingredients for batch cooking.
Medical Records Specialist
Florida Institute Cardiovascular Care
Miami, Florida
02.2015 - 07.2022
- Indexed and cataloged medical records for easy retrieval and archival purposes.
- Collected, sorted, and distributed incoming correspondence and reports related to medical records.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling protected health information.
- Verified record copies before handing each over to check for and remove unnecessary details.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to coordinate release of information requests from patients, legal representatives, insurance companies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all activities related to medical records.
- Transmitted information or documents to customers through email, mailings or facsimile machine.
- Supported administration staff with records requests to support patient care.
Medical Records Specialist
Bell Care Nurses Registry
Miami, Florida
04.2013 - 02.2015
- Indexed and cataloged medical records for easy retrieval and archival purposes.
- Collected, sorted, and distributed incoming correspondence and reports related to medical records.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling protected health information.
- Collaborated with multiple departments to coordinate release of information requests from patients, legal representatives, insurance companies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all activities related to medical records.
- Safeguarded patient records, managing data transfers in compliance with HIPAA standards and organizational regulations.
- Supported administration staff with records requests to support patient care.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Miami Lakes Educational Technical College
Miami, FL03-2021
Skills
- Time management
- De-escalation techniques
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Telephone etiquette
- Clinical documentation
- Medical records filing
- Client interactions
- Records organization
- Medical terminology
- Records filing
Timeline
Cafeteria Monitor
Scott Lake Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
Medical Records Specialist
Florida Institute Cardiovascular Care
02.2015 - 07.2022
Medical Records Specialist
Bell Care Nurses Registry
04.2013 - 02.2015
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Miami Lakes Educational Technical College
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