Working regionally across 5 Clinics in collaboration and support to the Practice Managers, Clinical Services Manager and General Manager
Providing effective data to be used to implement improvement on services and feedback to Clinical Services Manager and General Manager
Providing training/ upskilling to Practice Managers
Enhanced Staff Orientation experience by developing and implementing engaging, informative presentations, data reflecting IUIH MoC and Systems
Enhanced patient experience by streamlining appointment scheduling and implementing efficient check-in procedures
Improved staff productivity by developing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual job roles and responsibilities.
Completed files for treatment options and billing information.
Practice Manager
Institute Of Urban Indigenous Health
04.2021 - 06.2023
Ensure the Clinic delivers quality treatment and meets agreed health Service Agreement commitments to clients
Manage Clinic performance and lead strategies, in line with the IUIH MoC and agreed key performance indicators, to provide comprehensive, holistic and culturally appropriate primary health care services to clients
Responsible for monitoring, ordering, receiving and disposal of vaccines in accordance with IUIH cold chain management policy and procedures
Ensure effective care coordination and case management approaches with clients for health and wellbeing services and ensure effective client recall practices and seamless client service(s) across the range of Services provided by MATSICHS
Work collaboratively with your team to ensure best practice and efficiencies are gained
Work collaboratively with management and the team of Practice Managers to ensure best practice
Coordinate a program of visiting Specialist Medical and Allied Health Services
Provide regular reports to Senior Management as required care services to clients
Provide regular reports to Senior Management as required
Provide leadership for your multidisciplinary team in the delivery of efficient, effective and responsive health services
Provide leadership and direction for staff in the implementation of the IUIH model of care
Contribute to community promotions and engagement strategy/ies that includes local marketing, sponsorship and alliances to build and maintain patient loyalty and return rates
Work closely with the Manager, Clinical Services to review, monitor and improve systems against agreed indicators (i.e
Identify gaps in business processes and service delivery, and formulate responses to address these)
Ensuring delivery of clinical services is underpinned by a clinical governance framework that fosters reflective practice, constructive feedback and service improvement at the highest standards in quality and safety of client care
Primary responsibility for the prevention and management of risk including establishing and maintaining high-level processes and systems
Ensure ongoing maintenance of AGPAL accreditation standards
Ensure effective operation of visiting specialist and allied health services; identify changes in demand and oversee efforts to procure additional / changing services in response to demand
Ensure an effective and efficient client transport service
Primary responsibility for ensuring effective electronic health information system is maintained in line with best practice standards in privacy and data system management, electronic systems and computer security and that all staff are trained and supported to use and maintain the system in line with their job roles
Responsibility for the development and implementation of effective strategies to harness and coordinate resolutions of complaints and respond appropriately to client feedback
Practice Support officer
Institute Of Urban Indigenous Health
07.2018 - 04.2021
Including Medical Receptionist tasks, extension on;
Assume responsibility for ensuring efficient and productive use of calendars
Train New Reception Staff & Upskill
Ensure Reception team are following tasks
Coordinate room bookings on behalf of Practice Manager
Monitor billing patterns and raise any concerns with Practice Manager
Contribute to the development and ongoing refinement of referral and follow-up pathways between local clinics and Multi-disciplinary service providers
Maximise all billing opportunities for all appointments – i.e MBS, Workcover
Monitor referral and recall system for Multi-disciplinary service providers to ensure patient’s continuity of care is maintained;
Work closely with local practice manager, key local support staff and Outreach providers to assist in trouble-shooting issues which may arise in the course of service delivery
Medical Receptionist
Institute Of Urban Indigenous Health
11.2015 - 07.2018
Work in ways which are ethically, culturally and respectfully propa; fostering integrity in our conduct and actions by matching our ways with the values of IUIH
Uphold client confidentiality, ensuring their right to privacy with information only being shared where consents are provided
Advanced use Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Adhere to practices to achieve high booking and attendance rates, including checking time requirements for each appointment, coordinating daily lists, ringing patients to confirm attendance, managing changes and follow up appointments, monitoring and managing patient flow /wait times within the day
Prepare for daily appointments by providing the client files and relevant materials available to clinic health professionals and visiting health professionals
Prioritize patients when necessary and screen urgent phone calls
Provision of client services to all clients to the clinic including allied health and specialist health services, i.e
Coordinate patient registrations and maintain patient contact details
Update client’s personal details – address, phone numbers, Medicare numbers, healthcare card and pension card numbers daily
PIP, Medicare Claims and Work-cover claims are processed in accurate and timely fashion
Process and batch Medicare Claims
Review, monitor and audits of data accuracy Checks are run to audit data accuracy
Provision of a high standard of customer service
Compile statistics and assist with data collection for reports
Perform general word processing duties including typing letters, agendas, minutes and reports
Casual employee
Warner McDonalds
01.2013 - 11.2015
Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing exceptional customer services - In all areas within eg. Drive-Thru, Front Area, Register
Trained new staff on best practices in customer service, resulting in improved overall performance metrics.
Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
Education
Certificate II in Hospitality -
Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways -
Certificate III in Business Administration -
Tafe of Queensland
2016
Completion of Senior Certificate (QCE) -
Bray Park State High School
Bray Park, QLD
2014
Skills
Ability to work sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, their leaders and health professionals, while respecting traditional culture, values and ways of doing business
Demonstrated ability to analyse, plan and deliver recognised or unaccredited training, one on one or in larger groups
Previous experience within an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Controlled Health Service
Previous experience working with an electronic Patient Management System eg MMEx (electronic medical appointment system)
Computer and word-processing skills that demonstrate your experience in using MS Office package (Word, Excel), Email and use of patient information/recall database systems
Effective interpersonal skills with a focus on client focused outcomes
Understanding of Quality Assurance processes (AGPAL, QIP, ISO)
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and actively contribute to the team
Knowledge and understanding (or ability to rapidly acquire knowledge and understanding of) the Australian Medicare Benefit Schedule (MBS) and the Medicare system and Practice Incentive Programs (PIP)
Commitment to the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Control
Sound knowledge health issues which influence the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a strong commitment to improving health and wellbeing outcomes
Sound knowledge of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community networks
Demonstrated high level communication skills and confidence in interpersonal communication
Ability to recognise individual learning needs and to adapt messages and approaches accordingly
Qualification in Business, Management, Health, Nursing and/ or Allied Health
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
2014 School Captain, Bray Park State High
Certificate of merit for academic subjects 2010-2012
National schools constitution, Canberra 2013 (public speaking)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regional Medical Practice Manager
Institute Of Urban Indigenous Health
06.2023 - Current
Practice Manager
Institute Of Urban Indigenous Health
04.2021 - 06.2023
Practice Support officer
Institute Of Urban Indigenous Health
07.2018 - 04.2021
Medical Receptionist
Institute Of Urban Indigenous Health
11.2015 - 07.2018
Casual employee
Warner McDonalds
01.2013 - 11.2015
Certificate II in Hospitality -
Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways -
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