Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at San Diego Orthopedic Associates, excelling in referral coordination and patient care. Proven expertise in insurance verification and electronic health records management, coupled with strong organizational skills. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and streamlined processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Referral Coodinator
San Diego Orthopedic Associates
10.2022 - 03.2025
Demonstrated strong attention to detail and organizational skills in managing a high volume of referrals while maintaining exceptional levels of patient care.
Maintained a high level of referral documentation, ensuring smooth transitions between healthcare providers.
Processed referral requests from patients, doctors and other health care professionals.
Managed electronic health records efficiently, safeguarding sensitive patient information while expediting the referral process.
Developed and maintained strong working relationship with referral sources to streamline processing.
Established strong relationships with external providers, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration in patient care.
Improved workflow by assisting colleagues with tasks appointment scheduling or insurance verification when needed.
Scheduled and confirm New Patient referral appointments in a timely matter.
Coordinate Interpreter services.
Responded to patient inquiries to offer timely updates regarding referral status.
Answered high volume of phone calls and messages for physician.
Surgery Scheduler
Vision Specialist of California
04.2022 - 10.2022
Educated patients on pre-surgery requirements, such as fasting protocols or medication adjustments, resulting in fewer complications on the day of the procedure.
Verified insurance coverage and obtained pre-authorizations.
Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing clear explanations of surgical procedures and addressing concerns promptly.
Coordinated surgical team schedules for seamless procedure planning and execution.
Updated patient records to reflect upcoming surgeries and medical histories.
Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
Took pre-operative orders from surgeons and anesthesiologists for smooth operation planning.
Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and clinic policies.
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.
Front Desk Receptionist
Kearney Mesa Medical Group
11.2016 - 04.2022
Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
Verified and updated demographic and other personal information for clients with respect to personal boundaries when asking for important details.
Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
Provided administrative support to medical staff, assisting with various clerical tasks as needed.
Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
Education
Medica Assistant Program
United Education Intitute
San Diego
09-2020
High School Diploma -
Hoover High School
San Diego, CA
06-1998
Skills
Pre-authorizations
Insurance verification
Medical terminology
Multi-line phone proficiency
HIPAA regulations
Physician authorizations
Healthcare systems
Referral tracking
Physician reports
Electronic patient charts
Referring physician communication
Epic systems
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
CPR/AED Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Referral Coodinator
San Diego Orthopedic Associates
10.2022 - 03.2025
Surgery Scheduler
Vision Specialist of California
04.2022 - 10.2022
Front Desk Receptionist
Kearney Mesa Medical Group
11.2016 - 04.2022
Medica Assistant Program
United Education Intitute
High School Diploma -
Hoover High School
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