Candy Ostuno
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Objective
To challenge myself in every new way I can, to go beyond what is expected.
Education
PASCO HERNANDO STATE UNIVERSITY/ 2009
Certified Medical Assistant
Certified Medical Billing and Coding
Certified Nursing Assistant
Skills & Abilities
MANAGEMENT
Able to handle sensitive patient information with confidentiality
Conducts patient satisfaction calls and acts as patient advocate to resolve questions or concerns
Communicates with patients/clients and referral sources both verbally and in writing to ensure patient/client questions and concerns are processed in a timely manner
Professional and courteous in tone and information delivery, sound written and verbal communication skills
Strong organization and leadership skills
Manage daily operations of the practice while maintaining a professional workplace including, faxing, filing, writing correspondence for doctor and staff.
Schedule and coordinate patient appointments to optimize client satisfaction and facility efficiency
Create and update patients’ electronic health records with personal and financial data
Verify patient insurance
Maintain total confidentiality of personal and financial data
Proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, as well as databases and customer database systems
Internet research skills
Microsoft Word experience - Command of Microsoft Excel - Solid understanding of navigating basic office equipment and protocols –
A passionate self-starter that thrives in a creative environment.
Office Manager Lutz Surgical Partners, Santosh Potdar MD 08/2017-01/2018
Answer multi-line phones (switchboard)and either direct the caller to the appropriate party or handle the caller’s needs myself
Greet patients upon arrival, sign them in and obtain insurance information and any other necessary data
Provide patients with intake and new patient forms as well as copies of our office policies and legally required documents
Collects co pays and deductible amounts, process payments from patients for co-pays and uninsured visits
Schedule appointments for new and recurring patients based on Physician and PA/NP availability
Maintain hard copy patient records as well as the files stored in our EHR (electric medical records)
Call patients to remind them of upcoming appointments and to help them schedule testing for off-site services
Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks based on importance
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and EMR’s such as E-Clinical, Care Tracker
Medication and medical terminology knowledge
Trained in PRE and POST surgical Care
Liaison with hospital, staff and doctors, contacted and arranged for assistant surgeons
Scheduled surgeries at multiple hospitals and outpatient centers, arranged for home care, faxing necessary forms
OFFICE MANAGER ACCESS HEALTH CARE, SANTOSH POTDAR MD 01/2014-07/2017
Office Manager and occasionally Medical Assistant
Multitasking between front desk, and back office
Knowledge of best practices with regards to time management and understanding of task timelines. Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Worked in professional manner whether it was in the front office or in the back office
Medication and medical terminology knowledge
Trained in PRE and POST surgical Care
Liaison with hospital, staff and doctors, Contacted and arranged for assistant surgeons
Scheduled surgeries at multiple hospitals and outpatient centers
Arranged for home care, faxing necessary forms
Assists with managing patient administrative functions including handling patient relations, check-in/check-out, scheduling, insurance verification, collection of copays, and answering phones.
Rooming patients, taking histories and vital signs
Proficient with electronic health records EMR’s such as E-Clinical, Care Tracker
Gave injections and handles minor procedures
Assists physician in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals including maintaining supplies/equipment and sterilization
Obtain referrals, Scanning and uploading files, distributing documents
Explaining Medical Procedures to Patients, preparing patients for examinations
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
Entering Medication information in patient’s chart, Calling in Prescriptions to Pharmacies
References:
Robin Parido, Office Manager 727-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Michele Ricci, Medical Assistant 813-***-**** *********@*****.***
Lori Martinez, Horizon Home Care 352-***-**** *****@*********************.***
Sherry House 727-***-****, Manager for Pasco County Schools **************@*****.***