Dedicated medical receptionist with extensive experience in patient scheduling and insurance verification. Exceptional ability to maintain organized workflows and deliver high-quality customer service, ensuring a positive patient experience in a busy healthcare environment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Receptionist
Qscan Radiology
Brisbane, QLD
09.2017 - 10.2025
Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations efficiently.
Coordinated insurance verification and patient billing processes accurately.
Assisted healthcare providers with patient intake and medical record updates.
Maintained a clean and organized reception area for optimal patient experience.
Communicated effectively with patients regarding procedures and wait times.
Utilized electronic health record systems to input and retrieve patient data securely.
Collaborated with medical staff to streamline office operations and workflows.
Handled incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate departments promptly.
Answered incoming calls, responding to inquiries from patients and other medical offices.
Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.
Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, collected and processed patient payments and maintained patient files.
Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.
Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
Carried out daily tasks by professionally communicating with physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
Delivered high-quality administrative and customer service to sustain patient and work flows.
Protected patients by observing strict HIPAA guidelines.
Straightened up waiting room to maintain neat and organized space.
Informed patients of financial responsibilities prior to rendering services.
Performed data entry tasks related to billing and collections procedures.
Provided support to clinical staff during patient visits, including rooming patients, collecting vital signs and documenting chief complaints.
Maintained supply inventory for office area, ordering items as needed and stocking shelves.
Ordered office supplies as needed to maintain inventory levels.
Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Routed laboratory or diagnostic results to appropriate staff.
Compiled and coded patient information or data in appropriate computer system.
Post Natal Baby Clinics
Terry White Parmacy
Brisbane, QLD
04.2013 - 08.2017
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Registered Nurse Midwife
North West Private Hospital
Brisbane, QLD
03.2005 - 03.2013
Conducted prenatal assessments and developed personalized care plans for expectant mothers.
Provided continuous labor support, ensuring comfort and safety during childbirth.
Educated patients on maternity health, breastfeeding, and postpartum care practices.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
Monitored vital signs and fetal health during labor and delivery processes.
Administered medications and managed pain relief options for laboring mothers.
Advocated for patient needs and preferences in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe delivery setting.
Monitored vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery process.
Provided emotional support to patients throughout the labor process.
Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding, bathing, diapering.
Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to childbirth practices.
Ordered laboratory tests and interpreted test results accurately.
Maintained accurate records of patient's medical history, treatments and progress notes.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians during labor and delivery process.
Developed discharge plans for patients after giving birth.
Responded to obstetric emergencies in a timely manner.
Assisted in cesarean sections when necessary.
Determined appropriate interventions for high-risk pregnancies based on assessment findings.
Assessed, monitored and evaluated the health of pregnant women.
Provided guidance, support and education to patients on antenatal care.
Provided counseling services to women experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety.
Coordinated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
Facilitated discussions between patients and their families regarding labor and delivery options.
Performed physical examinations to assess fetal position, size and growth rate.
Educated patients about nutrition and good health practices and encouraged participation in healthcare-related decisions.
Managed care and monitored pain levels of postpartum and postoperative patients.
Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
Provided emergency healthcare for injured or sick babies and calmly directed parents to physicians when unable to provide care.
Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
Consulted with and obtained orders from obstetricians for special care or diagnostic procedures.
Monitored fetal development by listening to fetal heartbeat, taking external uterine measurements and identifying fetal position.
Monitored fetus during labor, completed cervical checks and helped women into different positions to facilitate smooth labors.
Delivered direct family planning services to patients.
Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
Educated women on birth options, positive strategies and unique health issues.
Provided clear explanations on procedures to patients, family members, and staff members.
Tutored many student midwives in pregnancy support, newborn care, and labor management strategies.
Registered Nurse Midwife
Mater Mothers Private Hospital
Brisbane, QLD
10.1996 - 03.2003
Educated patients on maternity health, breastfeeding, and postpartum care practices.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
Monitored vital signs and fetal health during labor and delivery processes.
Advocated for patient needs and preferences in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Instructed new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding, bathing, diapering.
Maintained accurate records of patient's medical history, treatments and progress notes.
Developed discharge plans for patients after giving birth.
Responded to obstetric emergencies in a timely manner.
Assessed, monitored and evaluated the health of pregnant women.
Provided guidance, support and education to patients on antenatal care.
Provided counseling services to women experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety.
Coordinated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
Performed physical examinations to assess fetal position, size and growth rate.
Managed care and monitored pain levels of postpartum and postoperative patients.
Evaluated fetal status by performing abdominal palpation and ultrasound examinations to estimate fetal weight, presentation and position.
Demonstrated best angles and positioning to support and enable women to successfully breastfeed babies.
Consulted with and obtained orders from obstetricians for special care or diagnostic procedures.
Monitored fetal development by listening to fetal heartbeat, taking external uterine measurements and identifying fetal position.
Enhanced newborn outcomes and promoted bonding by teaching new mothers how to breastfeed and care for infants.
Tutored many student midwives in pregnancy support, newborn care, and labor management strategies.
Education
Certificate Of Nursing - General Nursing
Royal Brisbane Hospital
Brisbane , QLD
01.1990 - 03.2003
Registered Midwife - Student Midwifery
Mater Mothers Hospital
09.1995 - 09.1996
Mitchelton State High School
Brisbane , QLD
Skills
Patient scheduling
Medical billing
Customer relationship management
Team collaboration
Workflow optimization
Problem solving
Effective communication
Interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Time management
Conflict resolution
Appointment setting
Payment collection
Telephone etiquette
Inpatient care
Referral verification
Patient callbacks
Appointment management
Reminder calls
Point-of-sale system
Medical terminology
Patient registration
Patient relations
Appointment scheduling
Petty cash management
Reliability
Team building
Professionalism
Collaboration and teamwork
Basic life support for health care providers (BLS)