Maryvelisse Cruz
Address - ***** Brownbridge Rd Covington, GA 30016
Contact - ****.******@*****.*** 254-***-****
CAREER OBJECTIVE
I am a self-starter who will make a valuable contribution as an employee. My military experience has taught me to be a disciplined professional, that’s detail orientated and works well under pressure. My seven years in the medical field have made a patient, compassionate person who can enhance the experience patients have when filling their prescriptions at your pharmacy.
§Proficiencies: MS Word
§Skills: Time management skills; Attention to detail; Following directions; Complete tasks on time; Independent thinker – requires minimal supervision
QUALIFICATIONS
Insurance Authorizations/Claims Third Party Billing Non-Sterile Compounding Knowledge of Brand / Generic Drugs Medical Terminology / RX Sig Codes Pharmacology Drug & Dosage Interaction Pharmaceutical Calculations Pharmacy Law & Ethics Supply & Inventory Data Entry Customer Service
EXPERIENCE
Walgreens – Covington, GA
Pharmacy Technician
Obtains and processes prescriptions from patients using pharmacy systems.
Resolves issues that customers may have and answers their questions to guarantee a positive customer experience.
Assists in pharmacy practices in accordance with federal and state laws as well as company policies under the supervision of the pharmacist.
Performs the duties assigned by the staff pharmacist/ manager, and the store manager, including utilizing pharmacy systems to entering patient and drug information, filling prescriptions by retrieving, ensuring that information is entered correctly, verifying that the medicine is correct, counting and pouring pharmaceutical drugs, and checking for possible interactions by utilizing pharmacy systems
Registers customers and administers both PCR/Rapid COVID-19 test and vaccinations in accordance with all state regulations
Altegra Health– Covington, GA
03/2018-03/2019
Field Reviewer
Retrieve information medical records from various medical offices in the east Atlanta area.
Review medical records for designated reports to send to Altegra office
Upload all assigned reports by end of business day
Family Practice and Urgent Care– Covington, GA
09/2016-01/2017
Medical Secretary
Prepare charts for daily appointments
Verified insurance through websites and phone calls
Answer phones, resolve problems and/or take messages
Scheduled, called and made appointments
Collected payments at the time of service and set up payment plans for overdue balances.
Alaska Heart and Vascular Institute– Anchorage, AK
05/2015-08/2016
Health Information Technician Externship/Practicum
Collect and verify relevant patient information, ensuring transcription of data into patient record was completed accurately and that medical records are filed following established procedures and regulations
Ensured effective utilization of information technology database
Entered, analyzed, and monitored data and records
Processed requests for Release of Confidential Information (ROI) ensuring consistent adherence to facility procedures and policies
Utilized software specific to the secure storage of Electronic Medical Records to capture pertinent patient information such as clinical notes, and demographics and documentation associated with patient accounts
Alaska Heart and Vascular Institute– Anchorage, AK
07/2012-05/2015
Medical Secretary
Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate staff
Compiled and recorded medical charts, reports, or correspondence, using typewriter or personal computer
Greeted visitors, ascertained purpose of visit, and directed them to appropriate staff
Interviewed patients to complete documents, case histories, or forms, such as intake or insurance forms
Performed various clerical or administrative functions, such as ordering and maintaining an inventory of supplies
Received and routed messages or documents, such as laboratory results, to appropriate staff
Scheduled and confirmed patient diagnostic appointments, surgeries, or medical consultations
Operated office equipment, such as voice mail messaging systems, and used software applications to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, or medical records
Completed all Tricare authorizations prior to patients being seen for office visits or procedures.
Called Tricare when authorizations were delayed
United States Army– Fort Hood, TX
11/2000-11/2010
Automated Logistics Specialist
Delivered exceptional customer service
Front desk reception
Supervised and performed stock records and warehouse functions, including stock receipt, storage, distribution, and issue; maintained equipment records and parts
Inventoried, stocked, and received over 10 million dollars’ worth of equipment
Assisted and supported over 33 organizations regarding logistic questions and concerns
Maintained over 1500 authorized stockage listing
Drafted correspondence
EDUCATION
Ultimate Medical Academy Associate of Science in Health Sciences - Pharmacy Technician, 2019
Fully accredited, accelerated program providing instruction in key pharmaceutical techniques including preparing prescriptions, dispensing medication, maintaining written and computerized patient medication records, implementing billing and insurance processes and maintaining patient profiles. Program content develops students’ ability to work within sterile and non-sterile environments, perform pharmacy calculations, execute common compounding preparations and provide effective customer service. Graduates are equipped to obtain refill authorizations, transcribe doctor’s orders, perform quality management processes, implement security measures and practice inventory control in accordance with pharmacy regulatory standards and laws. Research, professional writing, critical thinking and communications skills are emphasized throughout the program.
Everest College Medical Administrative Assistant, 2011
Studied in a College atmosphere acquired Medical Administrative Skills while creating a friendly atmosphere with a positive attitude. HIPAA, maintaining patient records (manual and electronic), MS Excel, MS Word, Medical Terminology, Receiving and recording payments. >