Gavin Thomas

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Proven to define sensible solutions and analyze results in the

Release of Medical Information. Trained in the organization,

regulation, accreditation and logistics of acute and non-acute

information systems at a major hospital. Managed high level

projects for a variety of medical device product categories that

generate over $300 million in annual sales. Demonstrated ability to

work independently on high level projects with cross functional

groups. Experience conducting quality audits in a variety of

settings to enhance customer satisfaction. Exceptionally Proficient

in Microsoft Suite.

Experience

Henry Schein Medical - Melville, NY

Product Category Specialist (Apr 2011 - June 2014)

Developed and managed projects for medical device product categories

within surgical settings.

Served as a liaison between health technology groups and Allscripts

Electronic Health Records on projects related to customer education in

"Meaningful Use".

Maintained strong manufacturer relationships across the nation and

designed successful planning for brand and private label products.

Provided senior management with ad hoc reports capturing customer

buying trends and category analysis for strategic project planning.

Collaborate with cross functional teams on new product launches and

special projects.

Cooper University Hospital Camden, NJ

Release of Information (ROI) Specialist (Dec 2010 - Apr 2011)

Ensure all patient Release of Information (ROI) requests are in

compliance with Cooper University Hospital policies and HIPAA (Health

Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations through

proper conducted research.

Perform security measures in safeguarding sensitive demographic medical

information of patients.

Retrieving patient information from databases in multiple formats and

authenticating its requestor.

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center (JHMC), Jamaica, Queens, NY

Health Information Management (HIM) Internship (Apr, 2010 - May,

2010)

Identified barriers in Clinical Documentation that prevented an

efficient productivity rate within the Coding Department of JHMC.

Suggested ideas for improvement.

Operated patient records using EPIC electronic health record systems.

Trained in the organization, regulation, accreditation and logistics of

acute care information systems, as well as non-acute care components,

such as, long term care; behavioral health; utilization, risk and

quality management.

Ensured departmental policies and procedures were followed in

accordance to New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) regarding

the release of patient information.

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Provided counsel on the implementation of a proficient workflow that

met the turnaround time in accordance with the Joint Commission

Accreditation Hospital Organization standards.

Reviewed Medical Records to assure documentation compliance standards,

as regulated by the State, JCAHO and client bylaws.

Conducted a quality assurance audit on a 3rd party vendor at Brookdale

Hospital in Brooklyn, NY.

Temple University Hospital (TUH), Philadelphia, PA

Professional Practice Internship (Sept, 2009 - Dec, 2009)

Collected data and applied knowledge of Health Information Systems to

streamline electronic and paper medical records systems.

Navigated through EPIC health record systems for different tasks at

hand

Utilized and supported Information systems in a Non-acute care setting.

Received training on handling and managing Electronic Health Record's

(EHR) within Alpha Imaging Systems.

Auto One Insurance - Melville, NY

Underwriter (Oct, 2004 - Oct, 2006)

Endorsed New York Personal Passenger Policies (PPA) as per New York

State (NYS) underwriting guidelines.

Assisted in the Suit referral process for Claims Adjusters that handled

cases in both Litigation and Arbitration.

Geico Insurance - Woodbury, NY

Sales (Dec, 2002 - Feb, 2004)

. Proven sales track performance in liability coverage's ranging up to

10 million in personal assets belonging to policyholders.

. Trained and advised all employees that were not able to meet sales

goals.

US Army (Active Duty) - Fort Campbell, KY

Unit Supply Specialist (Sept, 1998 - Sept, 2001)

. Maintained automated supply system for accounting of organizational

and installation supplies and equipment.

. Inspected completed work for accuracy and compliance with

established procedures.

. Performed tasks involving the general upkeep and maintenance of all

Army supplies and top secret equipment.

Education

BS, Health Information Management, (2012) Temple University,

Philadelphia, PA

MS, Health Care Administration with minor in Health Informatics,

expected June (2015) Trident University, Cypress, CA

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