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Tammy Boston
Medical Transcription
Amarillo,TX
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Summary
Detail-oriented Medical Transcriptionist with expertise in medical terminology, electronic health records, and HIPAA compliance. Committed to delivering high-quality transcripts while ensuring patient confidentiality and data accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Transcriptionist
Proffer Surgical Associates
Amarillo
06.2008 - Current
- Transcribed medical dictation from physicians, including patient histories, physical examinations and discharge summaries.
- Transcribed medical reports with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in all documentation processes.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to clarify terminology and context.
- Reviewed diagnostic and procedural terminology for consistency with acceptable medical nomenclature.
- Utilized transcription software to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Efficient in transcription software and equipment to work from home.
- Managed electronic medical records efficiently for easy access and retrieval.
- Transferred transcribed materials into electronic health records system.
- Produced high-quality transcripts while meeting tight deadlines set by supervisors or clients.
- Reviewed transcribed documents for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established procedures.
- Monitored incoming dictations for timely completion of assigned tasks.
- Assisted in training new staff on transcription procedures and software usage.
- Assisted in training new transcriptionists regarding departmental policies and procedures.
- Created templates for frequently dictated reports in order to streamline workflow processes.
- Demonstrated extremely fast and accurate typing abilities.
- Ensured proper formatting of transcribed documents according to hospital standards.
- Identified and corrected errors in reports which could compromise patient care.
- Made corrections when needed to grammar, spelling, and syntax.
- Edited drafts originating from speech recognition software to eliminate errors and improve flow.
- Conducted quality control checks on completed reports and corrected errors as needed.
- Evaluated audio recordings for clarity prior to beginning transcription work.
- Troubleshot hardware and software problems related to digital dictation systems.
- Utilized multiple computer applications to complete work assignments accurately and efficiently.
- Reviewed patient records to check accuracy of information and implement updates.
- Reviewed account information to confirm patient and insurance information is accurate and complete.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure accurate completion of all transcription tasks.
- Provided technical support for software applications used in the transcription process.
- Followed federal and state guidelines for release of information.
- Translated medical jargon and short-hand data into correct terminology.
- Translated medical jargon and abbreviations into expanded forms to promote accuracy of patient and health care facility records.
- Produced medical reports, correspondence and administrative material.
- Performed data entry and data retrieval services for inclusion in medical records and transmission to physicians.
- Set up and maintained medical files and databases.
- Contacted professionals promptly to address potential issues.
- Set up and maintained medical files and databases.
Education
Certificate of Completion -
International Correspondence Schools
Scranton03-1999
General Studies
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NMSkills
- Transcription software
- Medical terminology
- Electronic health records
- Quality assurance
- HIPAA compliance
- Health information management
- Data entry accuracy
Timeline
Medical Transcriptionist
Proffer Surgical Associates
06.2008 - Current
Certificate of Completion -
International Correspondence Schools
General Studies
Eastern New Mexico University