Tara Mancuso
East Bethany,NY
Summary
Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Oak Orchard Health(PFM Merge 2020)
09.2016 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication list, obtaining vitals, EKG's, lab testing, lab draws, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, forms, and adding results to patients charts.
- Knowledge/use with NYS health commerce, Rochester RHIO, Drugscan, Quest, McKesson, and Medent.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Medical Scribe
Pembroke Family Medicine (Oak Orchard Health-Merge)
04.2018 - 02.2021
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
- Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
- Charted patient encounters by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments, and prescriptions.
- Verified accuracy of patient information and medical records to avoid discrepancies and maintain consistency.
- Attended patient appointments and wrote narrative account of events using proper abbreviations, grammar, and spelling.
- Accepted dictated notes and produced professional documents with outlined information.
- Gathered patient charts to prepare for upcoming appointments and maintain organization.
- Oversaw calendar to schedule follow-up visits and tests for patients.
- Maintained accurate and complete medical records to comply with regulations and standards.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to clarify information and resolve issues.
- Verified medical terminology and codes to deliver accurate and up-to-date information.
- Reviewed and edited transcripts to verify and provide accurate and complete information.
- Utilized templates and macros to streamline transcription processes.
- Handled multiple projects simultaneously, providing clients with prompt and high-quality service.
- Produced and delivered transcripts within anticipated timeframes to meet tight deadlines.
- Provided customer service to assist clients with questions and concerns regarding medical transcription.
Medical Secretary
Pembroke Family Medicine
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Kept information confidential and followed HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient trust.
- Registered and verified patient records before triage with most up-to-date information.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Pulling Nysiis & Istop - NYS record.
- Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating department needs, and placing and expediting orders.
- Facilitated new patient prescriptions, refills and prescription pre-authorizations.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Education
CPT - Certified Phlebotomist Tech. - Phlebotomy
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY08.2017
CNA - Nursing/Patient Care
BOCES
Batavia2010
Skills
- Data Entry
- Medical Billing
- Patient Scheduling
- Vitals
- Medical History
- Medication list
- EKG's
- Spirometry
- Lab draws
- Specimen collecting
- Specimen testing
- Pre-visit planning
- Medical Terminology
- Patient Flow Management
- Phlebotomy
- Procedure Assistance
- CPR
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- In/Direct Patient Care
- Inventory and Supply Management
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel
- Knowledge of Medent
- Knowledge of NYS Health Commerce
- Time prioritizing
- Typing skills
Timeline
Medical Scribe
Pembroke Family Medicine (Oak Orchard Health-Merge)
04.2018 - 02.2021
Medical Assistant
Oak Orchard Health(PFM Merge 2020)
09.2016 - Current
Medical Secretary
Pembroke Family Medicine
08.2015 - 08.2016
CPT - Certified Phlebotomist Tech. - Phlebotomy
Genesee Community College
CNA - Nursing/Patient Care
BOCES
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