Tara Verdugo
Washington,DC
Summary
Experienced with delivering personalized care and companionship to elderly clients. Utilizes excellent communication skills to build strong relationships and provide emotional support. Knowledge of best practices in personal care and daily assistance, ensuring safe and comfortable environment for clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Companion Caregiver
Senior Helpers of Smithtown
10.2023 - 08.2024
- Prepared nutritious meals for clients, supporting their overall health and dietary needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, improving their quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Promoted a safe home environment by conducting regular assessments of potential hazards and implementing appropriate safety measures.
- Provided transportation to appointments and social events, promoting client independence and participation in community activities.
- Managed household chores such as laundry and cleaning, maintaining a clean and organized living space for clients.
- Facilitated medication management for clients, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, including daily logs of activities and observed behaviors.
- Assisted clients with personal grooming tasks, preserving dignity and selfesteem.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Insurance Verification Specialist
Downey Dental Group
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Assured timely verification of insurance benefits prior to patient procedures or appointments.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations while managing sensitive patient information during the verification process.
- Updated patient records with accurate, current insurance policy information.
- Made contact with insurance carriers to discuss policies and individual patient benefits.
- Managed high-volume insurance verifications within pressured timeframes for productive medical operations.
- Enhanced claim processing efficiency by verifying insurance coverage and obtaining pre-authorizations for procedures.
- Demonstrated a high level of professionalism and attention to detail in all aspects of insurance verification specialist role, consistently exceeding performance expectations.
- Achieved insurance pre-authorizations to enable timely patient procedures.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Dental Assistant Intern
Downey Dental Group
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Prepared dental rooms and materials.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols during all dental treatments.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Kept work areas clean, sanitized and organized to minimize infection risk.
- Streamlined office operations by efficiently organizing and maintaining dental instruments and equipment.
- Improved patient satisfaction by demonstrating empathy and understanding during dental visits.
Education
Some College - Art
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Positive attitude
- Light exercise encouragement
- Toileting support
- Social interaction
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Medication management
- Mobility assistance
- Grooming support
- Incontinence care
- Patience and tact
- Recreational activities
- Nutrition
- Physical assistance
- Personal care assistance
- Hygiene assistance
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Elderly care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and organization
- Compassion and empathy
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Companion Caregiver
Senior Helpers of Smithtown
10.2023 - 08.2024
Insurance Verification Specialist
Downey Dental Group
08.2017 - 02.2019
Dental Assistant Intern
Downey Dental Group
08.2017 - 02.2018
Some College - Art
Johnson County Community College
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