El Paso Patient Care
Resume:
Nicole Escalante, BA HCA
El Paso, Texas, ***** (*15) 799- 6697 *************@*****.***
Objective
Seeking a position in a reputed health care environment where the knowledge, abilities and experience obtained during school and in the workforce are utilized at its fullest potential. Excited to provide continuous and quality patient care. Looking forward utilizing the following key strengths:
• Comprehensive knowledge of medical procedures and techniques.
• Understanding of the principal of hygiene and sterile technique.
• Committed for patient care and integrity of patients.
• Willingness to wait and work after usual hours and extent any kind of support to the medical team.
Core Knowledge & Skills
Understand and implement Clinical Laboratory
Improvement Amendment (CLIA)
Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA).
Administrative: Medical Terminology,
Medical Filing,
Telephone Triage,
Basic International, Classification of Diseases 9th Revision Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM)
(ICD-10-CM),
Basic Current Procedural Terminology (CPT),
Basic Health Care Procedure Coding Systems (HCPCS),
Maintain and file Patient medical records, and scheduling appointments, Medical Records, EMR Systems, Medical Coding, CPT coding,
Cashiering (5 years),
Customer Service (5 years)
Recognize and apply proper guidelines for completing the CMS-1500, UB-40, and Worker's Compensation claim forms,
Abstract from patient record relevant information for completing the CMS-1500 claim form
Triage Care
Attention to detail, maintain client confidentiality and prepare sensitive confidential documents and forms
Education & Certifications
Southwest University at El Paso, Tx
Masters of Business Administration Current
Southwest University at El Paso, TX August 6,2024
Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Administration
-NHA, Certified Medical Administrative Assistant- R4H4X2L2 September 2022
Western Technical College February 2016
Diploma in Medical Billing & Coding
Western Technical College August 2014
Diploma in Medical Clinical Assistant
Clinical Hours & Training
Worked under the supervision of LVN: medication pass, injection subcutaneous, intramuscular, perform trachea care and suctioning as needed, answer call lights, NG/PEG tube feeding, able to read doctors’ orders, head to toe assessments. Use critical thinking and apply to each patient to improve care that best benefits the patient at the following homes:
Monte Vista Nursing Home, El Paso, Tx Dec 2017-Mar 2018 Completed 180 Hours
St. Giles Nursing Home, El Paso, Tx Sep 2017-Nov 2017 Completed 180 Hours
Child Crisis Center and Cradles & Crayons Sep 2017-Nov 2017 Completed 37 Hours
Trisun Nursing Home, El Paso, Tx Jun 2017- Aug 2017 Completed 137 Hours
Behavioral Health Systems, El Paso, Tx Aug 2017-Aug 2017 Completed 08 Hours
Experience
Kidney Consultants Of El Paso
Front Desk Registrar February 2023 – May 2023
Strictly followed all federal and state guidelines for release of information.
Directed patient flow during practice hours, minimizing patient wait time.
Acquired insurance authorizations for procedures and tests ordered by the attending physician.
Completed registration quickly and cordially for all new patients.
Monitored shared email in-boxes and ensured inquiries were addressed.
Provided administrative support for three physicians.
Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Regulations by appropriately handling patient information.
Confirmed patient information, collected copays and verified insurance.
Consistently informed patients of their financial responsibilities prior to services being rendered.
Royal Estates Of El Paso
Med Tech./Caregiver May 2019 - December 2019
Triaged residents for medical records.
Administered medications to residents as scheduled.
Kept daily reports current pertaining to residents
Administered medical attention when needed
The Hospitals of Providence East Campus July 2016 - November 2016
Patient Access Representative
Strictly followed all federal and state guidelines for release of information.
Directed patient flow during practice hours, minimizing patient wait time.
Acquired insurance authorizations for procedures and tests ordered by the attending physician.
Completed registration quickly and cordially for all new patients.
Monitored shared email in-boxes and ensured inquiries were addressed.
Provided administrative support for three physicians.
Demonstrated knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Regulations by appropriately handling patient information.
Confirmed patient information, collected copays and verified insurance.
Consistently informed patients of their financial responsibilities prior to services being rendered.
Summit Urgent Care Center February 2016 - June 2016
Medical Billing and Coding Clerk
Recorded and filed patient data and medical records.
Carefully reviewed medical records for accuracy and completion as required
Strictly followed all federal and state guidelines for release of information.
Acquired insurance authorizations for procedures and tests ordered by the attending physician.
Consistently ensured proper coding, sequencing of diagnoses and procedures.
Examined diagnosis codes for accuracy, completeness, specificity and appropriateness according to services rendered.
Maintained an organized logging system for tracking test results.
Completed registration quickly and cordially for all new patients.
Ensured compliance with medical/legal requirements, JCAHO standards and Army regulations.
US Army Reserve March 2002 - June 2013
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Serviced air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling and electrical systems.
Examined vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfunctions.
Specialized in servicing brakes and fuel systems.
Removed and replaced tires, shocks, struts and brakes.
Repaired and replaced radiators and water pumps.
Organized work records and filed reports.
Worked on a variety of vehicles, including semi-trucks and tow trucks.
Repaired hydraulic pumps, couplings and gear trains.
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