Peggy L. Scissom
Tracy City, Tennessee 37387
931-***-**** (cell)
931-***-**** (home)
E-mail: **************@*****.***
Seeking a position with a company in need of an energetic, reliable, and dedicated individual.
Throughout my career, it has been my top priority to always treat people the way I want to be treated.
July 2022 to Present
Unemployed (retired again)
February 2022 to June 2022
Medical Receptionist (PRN)
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System (STRHS)
● Greeted patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner
● Performed patient check-in
● Sent pre-registration forms to new patients, prior to their appointments
● Obtained, verified, and entered complete and accurate patient demographic data and insurance information in the computer
● Collected copays, deductible, coinsurance or account balance from the patient, prints the patient a receipt and posts payment in practice management software
● Scanned new patient paperwork into computer
● Performed patient check-out
● Scheduled follow-up appointments
● Answered incoming phone calls and routes call in accordance with office policies
● Managed incoming physical and electronic correspondence
● Called no-show patients in order to reschedule and/or find out why the patient missed their appointment
● Noted all no-shows and cancellations in the computer prior to the end of day
● Managed automated and manual calls and reminder for patients appointment times
● Marked chart with flag to alert associate to obtain information during check-in if updates are needed
● Balanced daily cash reconciliation log and cash box at the end of the day
● Maintained work area and patient waiting area in a neat and orderly manner
● Respect for patient privacy by maintaining confidentially in all phases of work
● Filing and pulling charts
● Good problem solving and decision-making skills
● Ability to perform tasks in a timely manner
● Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills
● Good interpersonal skills
● Good computer skills including use of standard office programs
● Ability to operate standard office equipment
● Familiarity with insurance eligibility verification (was still in training)
● Ability to speak, read, and write in English
● Ability to pleasantly and effectively communicate both orally and in writing
● Ability to maintain positive attitude
October 25, 2019 - Retired from Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) with 40 years of service in the administrative field.
Education
● Graduated Grundy County High School
● Attended Chattanooga Area Vocational School (one year certification) Skills
● Proficient in Microsoft Office
● Telephone communication
● ECW software for patient information
● Computer software programs
Strengths
● Dependable
● Highly organized
● Professional demeanor
● High level of tact, integrity, and flexibility
● Trustworthy (honesty and sincerity)
● Adheres to and exhibits core values (reverence, integrity, compassion, and excellence)
● Ability to multi-task in team environment
● Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
● Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive information at all times
● Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members
● Works well with different personalities and under tight deadlines