Oliver Barnes
Stafford,VA
Summary
Dynamic Medical Records Technician with proven expertise at the Department of Defense in optimizing records management and ensuring HIPAA compliance. Skilled in electronic health records management and fostering patient confidentiality, I excel in training staff and enhancing operational efficiency, consistently delivering accurate and organized medical documentation.
Respectful Medical Records Specialist with superior attention to detail and skill in evaluating and correcting health records. Bilingual go-getter with expertise scanning and indexing medical records to appropriate chart. Excellent work ethic and exemplary time management skills, demonstrated over the years of industry expertise.
Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Records Technician
Department Of Defence
07.2012 - Current
- Identified new methods to optimize medical records management.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
- Kept accurate log of requests for medical information and records.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
- Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
- Trained direct reports on department procedures and policies to maximize department productivity.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Developed and maintained organized filing system for medical records to adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scanning and indexing important documents and files.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and details of medical records.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Followed exact procedures for handling transfers and other releases of medical records.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
- Assisted in training new staff on medical record processing and filing procedures.
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Tracked and monitored requests for medical records release.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Maintained accuracy, completeness, and security for medical records and health information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Strayer University
Fredericksburg, VA06-2017
Skills
- Records organization
- Document scanning
- HIPAA compliance
- Quality control analysis
- Health information systems
- Patient confidentiality
- Electronic health records management
- Information verification
- Medical office administration
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Medical terminology understanding
- Medical records audits
- Record retention guidelines
- Staff education and training
- Customer service
- Electronic medical records handling
- Filing systems expertise
- Work well independently
- Medical terminology
- Written and verbal communication
- Data entry
Timeline
Medical Records Technician
Department Of Defence
07.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Strayer University
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