Medical Transcriptionist

Resume of Donna B. Donache, MTE

EMAIL: **********@***.*** PHONE: 770-***-****

Atlanta, Georgia

OBJECTIVE: A part-time, independent contractor position in the medical transcription field, where I can

work from home and where my experience and skills will add value to operations.

SKILLS: Advanced medical terminology, computer, writing/editing, transcribing, and teaching skills. I

completed the MT training program in 2010 and 2011 through Career Step, where I graduated with 97%

accuracy on the objective and transcription portion. I completed the MTE speech recognition and editing

module in 2012 and completed recertification September 2013, where I achieved 98.5% accuracy. I am

used to working unsupervised! Additional skills that substantiate my value:

• Taught anatomy, physiology, and disease pathology to massage therapy students at Georgia Career

Institute and Gwinett College, 2005-2009, one evening each week. Prepared students for National Board

Exams with materials that increased their knowledge of medical terminology, anatomical terms,

procedures, and business ethics.

• Wrote, typed, edited, and e-published a 1500-page book on integrative and natural healthcare, based on

my research and practice as a natural healthcare consultant. Revised edition completed in 2013:

www.healingpathinc.com: Finding Balance.

• Advanced user of Microsoft Office 2010 programs, including: Microsoft Word, Power Point, Publisher,

Excel and Works throughout my business career. User of numerous adjunct software programs that facilitate

accuracy, planning, and communication skills . I developed a 3,000 + medical word expander list while

completing my training with CareerStep through Shorthand for Windows, Version 10.

• Dictation Equipment: Trial version of Express Scribe installed on Windows XP desktop, with VP1

foot pedal. Secured by McAfee and StopZilla. This is a transcription-dedicated computer. Am open to

using other software and equipment. High-speed internet hardwired.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 1994-Current (retired): Naturopath/Massage Therapist (owner): HEALING PATH, INC.

Responsibilities: author, teacher, lecturer, coach, caregiver, and wellness provider to the greater Atlanta

community. I provided 15,000+ sessions in the field of disease prevention and pain management, working with

chiropractors, oncologists, orthopedic specialists, plastic surgeons and therapists in the field of pain management,

developmental and delay disorders, including autism. I linked resources to patients in my field of study which

included nutrition and supplementation, behavioral therapies, therapeutic exercise, advanced homeopathy and bio-

energetic medicine. Patients referred to me were looking for alternatives to pharmaceutical drugs and/or surgery,

or followup after surgery and/or drug course was complete. Training as a medical transcriptionist expanded

my vocabulary in surgical and non-surgical procedures, use of pharmaceutical drugs and diagnoses,

specialty labs, therapeutic procedures, and radiological procedures that I did not encounter as a

naturopath.

• 1984 – 1994: Project Manager (sub-contractor). Drafting/design of interior projects for multiple Atlanta

area companies, including retail, corporate, medical, sports and government projects. I became a specialist in how

the built environment impacts human health and pioneered solutions in the field of ergonomics. I worked from

my home office and sometimes in-house with large and small teams, depending on project demands. This was a

highly deadline-driven field that required planning, time management, and development of team skills over the

phone. I developed presentation, accounting, budgeting, customer service, and administrative skills.

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EMAIL: **********@***.***

Atlanta, Georgia

WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued):

• 1974 – 1984: Administrative Assistant (employee). Provided secretarial, typing, organizational and

administrative services to West Georgia Medical Center (medical transcription 1976 – 1978), Gulf and Western

Corporation (legal transcription 1978 – 1979) and Georgia State University (administrative assistant

transcription, 23 professors, 1979 – 1984) while working my way through college. I developed early

transcription and listening skills that have been a part of my career path throughout my life. These skills

enabled me to handle large amounts of information and eventually compile them in an organized manner

to be used by others.

COLLEGE EDUCATION PRIOR TO MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION/MEDICAL WRITING &

EDITING:

• 2002 – 2004: Post-Doctoral Degree in Bio-Energetic Medicine : Academy of Bio-Energetic Medicine,

Humansville (Springfield), Missouri. Primarily, this was an on-line course with supervised in-person

seminars/laboratory/clinical conferences 6 times over a 2-year period. The post-doctoral degree was awarded for

the publication of my book, which compiled protocols for over 15,000 documented sessions in natural health care,

completed at my center.

• 1998 – 2001: Doctoral Degree in Natural Health : Southern College of Naturopathic Medicine and

Arkansas College of Natural Health, an accrediting College with licensed clinical supervision in medical

examination procedures, diagnosis, prescription and dispensing procedures for natural medicine. I presented my

case studies in galvanic skin measurement, focusing on the impact of neurotransmitter, enzymatic, amino acid,

and homeopathic detoxification therapies.

• 1995 – 1998: Master’s Degree in Natural Health: Academy of Bio-Energetic Medicine, where I

received training in homeopathy, herbal medicine, diet, and nutritional supplementation protocols for illness and

disease. I participated in advanced galvanic skin measurement training, which formed the laboratory and research

validation for diagnosis. I participated in a national project upon graduation that led to my advanced degrees

listed above. The companies involved were BioMeridian and ZYTO™ Corporation. I helped develop and

provide patient feedback regarding an evolving examination and software module to determine causes of

imbalances, stressors, and effects upon the human condition. I continue to patent my protocols through the ZYTO

software for other doctors to use in galvanic skin measurement scans.

• 1994 – 1995: Licensed Massage Therapist/Therapeutic Bodywork: Graduate of Atlanta School of

Massage, Upledger Institute, John Barnes, and The Vodder Institute. Basic massage therapy training at the

Atlanta School of Massage in 1994. Advanced graduate studies in Vodder Lymphatic Drainage™, Neuromuscular

Therapy™ (Dr. Chaitow and Upledger Institute), Trigger Point and Pain Injection Therapies, Myofascial

Release™, Craniosacral™ and SomatoEmotional Release™ therapies. Note: All courses completed between

1995 and 1999 were advanced certifications and followup to initial massage program, eventually accredited

towards my doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine. I also took a course in Traditional Chinese

Medicine/Acupuncture and Chi Gong therapies, participated widely in yogic therapies and meditation (40 years

now), and exercise physiology through Aquatics, which I incorporated into my center.

• 1979 – 1984: Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Architecture: Georgia State University. Awarded

honors for leadership and scholarship. Graduated all programs Summa Cum Laude.

• 1976 – 1978: Associate’s Degree Business Management and Real Estate Law.

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