Debra S. Vandreese
*** ***** ***** ****** ? Waukegan, Illinois 60085 ? 847-***-**** ?
abk182@r.postjobfree.com
Medical Transcriptionist
Dynamic, results-oriented Medical Transcriptionist with an outstanding
background in record compilation and detailed documentation using technical
terminology. Strong background in radiology transcription for multiple
office sites. Recognized for supporting and directing numerous employees
and ensuring that services provided meet and exceed expectations.
Consistently produced accurate reporting in a timely manner. Ability to
type 88 words per minute. Technical expertise in Microsoft Office, RIS
systems including SMS-RMS (Seimens), Merge Fusion, and SkyRis (Thinair), as
well as Dragon Voice Recognition, Lanier Digital Dictation System, and
Dictaphone Digital Dictation System. Outstanding skills include
communication, organizational, and leadership.
Core Competencies
Medical Transcription ? Medical Terminology ? Dictation
Reporting ? Multiple Account Management ? Patient Relations
Human Resources ? Record Documentation ? Regulation Adherence
Professional History
OnRad Inc. (Formerly Meridian Imaging), Vernon Hills, Illinois (2002 to
2010)
Medical (Radiology) Transcriptionist
Increased organizational productivity and efficiency by assuming
responsibility for transcription, editing, and distribution of dictation
for 20 multi-special imaging centers including general radiology,
nuclear medicine, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and cardiology.
N.E. Illinois MRI, Lincolnshire, Illinois (1989 to 2004)
Medical (Radiology) Transcriptionist
Ensured the successful operation of a standalone MRI Center operated by
five local hospitals by transcribing all MRI reports accurately and in a
timely manner.
Lake Forest Hospital, Lake Forest, Illinois (1984 to 2002)
Medical (Radiology) Transcriptionist/Clerical Coordinator
Oversaw all clerical aspects of the radiology department in a 250 bed
hospital by transcribing and distributing radiology reports including
general radiology, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, Interventional
Procedures and Mammography. Drove and directed mammography services by
entering bi-rad categories on all mammography patients, scheduling
follow up appointments for abnormal studies, generating and distributing
recommended mammography letters following federal guidelines, and
tracking and documenting all biopsy patients. Demonstrated outstanding
organizational skills by monitoring and documenting radiologist
accrediting and continued education, as well as scheduling all clerical
personnel, including schedulers, record room, and receptionists in order
to maintain adequate coverage and ensure exceptional patient care.
Assumed key human resources functions by conducting employee evaluations
and hiring all new personnel.
Debra S. Vandreese
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Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, Libertyville, Illinois (1997 to 2004)
Medical Transcriptionist
Conducted daily transcription services for six physician orthopedic
groups by completing chart notes, and compiling documentation for new
patients, as well as developing radiology reports, procedure notes, and
in-office physical therapy dictation.
Previous Professional Experience
VISTA East Medical Center, Waukegan, Illinois (1976 to 1984)
Radiology Receptionist
Education
Diagnostic Imaging Program (1983)
College of Lake County, Grayslake, Illinois