DEBRA THORNTON
989-***-**** • ***********@*******.*** • Midland, MI
https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-thornton-354804221
Summary
Dedicated Administrative Clerk/Data Entry Processor with 30+ years of experience in high-volume document processing and administrative support. Highly experienced in record keeping, especially medical records/EMR and appointment scheduling for 20+ years. Expert at performing accurate data entry with exceptional attention to detail and a typing speed exceeding 50 WPM. Proven ability to learn new systems rapidly, identify information gaps, and maintain database integrity across complex electronic and hard copy records.
Work Experience
Part-time Administrative Clerk/Data Entry April 2026 – May 2026 November 2025 – January 2026 April 2025 – May 2025
IMMEDIATE TEMPORARY HELP (ITH) ASSIGNED TO MIDLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS, MIDLAND, MI
Performed high-volume data entry for 504 Plans into a centralized system using a specialized Remote Work Setup.
Maintained database integrity while processing confidential student files with strict attention to detail.
High volume filing project for HR department.
Audit employee files for State of Michigan license/certification and Graduate Transcripts.
Part-time Pre-anesthesia Clerk December 2021 – May 2023
MYMICHIGAN HEALTH – SURGICAL SERVICES, MIDLAND, MI
Processing surgical charts efficiently upon anesthesiologist approval, ensuring all documentation meets regulatory standards.
Identifying and filling gaps in medical testing records by coordinating with PCP offices and specialty physicians.
Providing administrative support for pre-surgical workflows while multi-tasking between urgent physician requests.
Medical Records Administrator March 2021 – December 2021
KELLY SERVICES ASSIGNED TO GREAT LAKES BAY SURGERY AND ENDOSCOPY CENTER, MIDLAND, MI
Performing document processing by scanning and uploading hard copy medical records and pathology reports into an electronic database.
Supporting information requests by retrieving and providing accurate records within strict turnaround times.
Associate Team Leader December 2020 – March 2021
H&R BLOCK, MIDLAND, MI
Supporting multi-site leadership by reporting on store operational metrics and ensuring database integrity for client files.
Identifying scheduling conflicts and managing high-volume client appointments through advanced multi-tasking.
Administrative June 2019 – August 2020
CHEMICAL BANK, MIDLAND, MI
Performing data entry for closed loan reports, including mortgage, auto, and personal loan payoffs with 100% accuracy.
Clerical/Receptionist August 2018 – May 2019
SERVINSKI SOD SERVICE, MIDLAND, MI
Processing high-volume customer requests for maintenance and snow removal via specialized software.
Identifying and calculating labor costs from maintenance crew paperwork for input into the Service Assistant database.
Health Services Medical Records Administrator December 1999 – August 2018
THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY, MIDLAND, MI
Performing creation, maintenance, and retention of global employee medical records using a web-based electronic medical record system.
Providing administrative triage support in high-volume front-office settings using advanced interpersonal skills.
Supporting global operations as a trainer for medical records processes, ensuring standardized data entry across regions.
Additional Skills
Data Entry & Administration: Data Entry, Document Processing, 50 WPM Typing Speed, Database Integrity, Electronic Medical Records (EPIC and Webchart), Hard Copy Processing, Information Retrieval
Software & Tools: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, NetMeeting, Mainframe Applications
Core Competencies: Attention to Detail, Multi-tasking, Ability to learn new systems, Remote Work Setup, Triage, High-Volume Processing