Seeking to obtain a challenging position, in which these skills and decade long medical field background may serve towards a meaningful purpose and grow within a company to in return benefit the community.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Scheduler + Clinical Medical Assistant
Lima Memorial Hospital
North Lima
08.2022 - 07.2025
Greeted newly arriving patient and completed patient registrations
Entered patient data into the hospital's electronic system
Called insurance and verified coverage
Schedule surgeries by making arrangements with the surgical center and preparing patient charts for such
Perform preliminary physical tests; take blood pressure, weight and temperature
Communicated with patients regarding surgery preparation and instructions.
Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
Scheduled surgeries by coordinating with physicians and nursing staff.
Assisted in the management of pre-operative paperwork for patients.
Updated surgical schedules based on patient needs and availability.
Physician Practice Patient Assistant
BANNER HEALTH - BUMC
Tucson
07.2021 - 06.2022
Perform preliminary physical tests; take blood pressure, weight and temperature
Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential at all times and throughout every process.
Counsel patients by transmitting physician's orders and questions about surgery
Educate patients by providing medication and diet information and instructions
Schedule surgeries by making arrangements with the surgical center, verifying times with patients and preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms
Maintain safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
Provided 1:1 therapy to children with autism spectrum disorders in the home, community, and school. Implemented ABA techniques including DTT, PRT, PECS to increase language and communication, appropriate play skills, cooperation skills, and daily living skills
Created fun, motivating experience to generate the highest level of performance for each individual. Track each individual's progress with graphs and daily data collection
Monitored maladaptive behaviors and implemented behavior interventions
Teach clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills, and functional living skills.
Develop comprehensive treatment plans focused on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment.
Consult with psychiatrists about client medication changes and issues with compliance and efficacy, focusing on the patient's best interests, safety and overall well-being.
Division of Developmental Disabilities
STATE OF ARIZONA / DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY
05.2013 - 12.2018
Serve members with Developmental Disabilities - i.e. Autism, Cerebral Palsy
Follow ABA principles to facilitate members interactions with peers, coworkers, and families.
Use of BIP's, BTP's, ISP's, Med Reviews and 90 Day Reviews
Interview applicants, complete intake assessments, coordinate needs/services, input and update confidential information, review and prepare case history from client or provider.
Coordinating legal intervention, outreach, referrals, services, and more.
Providing crisis management services during the acute stage, then tapering off as the individual, as a result of counseling, learns coping mechanisms and regains control of her life.
Maintaining communication with family members, medical providers, and government agencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - MCB - Molecular Cellular Biology