Tammy Harrington
Paris,TX
Summary
Accomplished Medical Transcriptionist at Red River Valley Pathology Laboratory, recognized for enhancing document accuracy and expediting report completion. Expert in medical terminology and HIPAA compliance, demonstrating a strong work ethic and exceptional attention to detail. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare providers, ensuring high-quality patient records.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Transcriptionist
Red River Valley Pathology Laboratory
08.1998 - Current
- Reviewed and amended medical documentation for grammatical accuracy.
- Transcribed healthcare provider's notes for consistent and reliable patient record-keeping.
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality with sensitive patient information following HIPAA guidelines.
- Enhanced completeness and reliability of medical records via meticulous transcription.
- Reduced errors in medical reports by reviewing, editing, and proofreading transcripts for clarity and consistency.
- Documented patient medical histories, vitals and test results in electronic health records system.
- Expedited urgent document requests, ensuring prompt delivery of critical information to healthcare providers.
- Assisted in maintenance of medical charts and/or electronic medical record filing, Op Reports, test results and home care forms.
- Contributed to a professional work environment by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining open communication with supervisors and colleagues.
- Improved record-keeping efficiency by organizing and cataloging transcribed documents for easy retrieval.
- Transcribed sensitive documents with complete confidentiality.
- Used Software to input information into computerized patient record system.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to clarify information and resolve issues.
- Utilized templates and macros to streamline transcription processes.
Senior Medical Transcriptionist
St Joseph’s Hospital
07.1995 - 08.1998
- Demonstrated expertise in various electronic health record systems and transcription software, ensuring seamless integration with client systems.
- Expedited report completion by utilizing advanced transcription software and equipment.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, clarifying any discrepancies in dictations for accurate documentation.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance with strict adherence to patient confidentiality guidelines.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, resulting in high-quality transcriptions.
- Accurately documented medical dictation to record patient care records.
- Corrected grammar, spelling, and syntax mistakes in medical records.
Education
Certified Medical Transcriptionist - Medical Transcription
Paris Junior College
Paris, Texas, TX07.1994
Skills
- Proofreading expertise
- Physician collaboration
- Records maintenance professional
- Team development
- Strong work ethic
- Fast typing speed
- HIPAA compliance
- Customer satisfaction
- Patient-focused care
- Document accuracy
- Resourceful and reliable worker
- Close attention to detail
- Adept multi-tasker
- Electronic medical records
- Reporting skills
- Medical terminology
- Editing
- Medical terminology expert
- Audio file management
- Records management
- Phones, faxing, and filing
- Medical records management
- Patient histories
- Excellent verbal communication
- ICD 9 coding
- Records management professional
- Transcription software
- Medical transcription
- Report scanning
- History data entry
- Dictation equipment handling
- Mistake correction
- Team player with positive attitude
- Anatomy and physiology
- Advanced grammar
- Deadline driven
- Organization skills
- Teamwork
Timeline
Medical Transcriptionist
Red River Valley Pathology Laboratory
08.1998 - Current
Senior Medical Transcriptionist
St Joseph’s Hospital
07.1995 - 08.1998
Certified Medical Transcriptionist - Medical Transcription
Paris Junior College
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