Organized Patient Service Representative with 29 years of experience in healthcare. Adept at patient advocacy and education with commitment to efficiency. Skilled at coordinating busy offices and maintaining professionalism in stressful situations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Service Representative
SUTTER MEDICAL FOUNDATION
12.2012 - Current
Provided exceptional customer service to patients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Verified insurance eligibility and coverage for patients.
Entered patient demographic and insurance data into electronic medical record system.
Filed and maintained patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Built and maintained positive working relationships with patients and staff.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Assisted patients in filling out check-in and payment paperwork.
Took copayments and compiled daily financial records.
Developed and implemented customer service policies and procedures.
Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Greeted and assisted patients with check-in procedures.
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
Compiled and maintained patient medical records to keep information complete and up-to-date.
Recommended service improvements to minimize recurring patient issues and complaints.
Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Medical Assistant
Sutter Medical Foundation
04.1994 - 12.2008
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Measured patient pulse oximetry.
Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.