Julian A. Barkin
Woodbridge,Canada
Summary
Organized professional with a background in office administration. Known for high productivity levels and the ability to efficiently complete tasks, ensuring smooth operations. Skilled in data entry, file management, and scheduling, with strong capabilities in multitasking and prioritizing workloads. Excel through communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, contributing to team success and operational excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Clerk, Medical Imaging
Mt. Sinai Hospital
Toronto, Canada
08.2016 - Current
- Receive and register patients visiting Mount Sinai Hospital Nuclear Medicine or main reception desk for appointments, in a professional manner using the CORAL Radiological Information System (R.I.S.)
- Verify patient information prior to examinations to ensure accuracy of results.
- Verify validity of OHIP or other health care coverage. Prepare self-payment forms for patients lacking health care coverage.
- Screen patients for falls risks, as well as any symptoms for seasonal and relevant pan/epidemic infections.
- Provide customer service to patients by answering questions regarding their imaging procedure and providing instructions for preparation, appropriate to clerical role.
- In Nuclear Medicine, schedule appointments for patients in accordance with established protocols.
- Update and maintain Electronic Patient Record (EPR)/Billing databases with current information. For new patients, create hospital profiles by entering demographic information into Cerner HIS system
- Conduct reminder calls for next day’s patients, including reminding patients of preparation, and if necessary, basic screening for exam interferences (e.g
- Drugs, allergy to certain foods)
- Adhere to PHIPA laws regarding patient privacy rights while handling confidential information.
Receptionist, Ambulatory Blood Laboratory
Mt. Sinai Hospital
Toronto, Canada
11.2013 - 07.2016
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Verified visitors' identification cards before allowing access to the laboratory.
- Verified patient's current health care coverage (OHIP) or alternative method of coverage.
- Enter their laboratory tests accurately and efficiently in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Process and produce bills of lab tests for self-paying patients and tests not covered by OHIP
- Book appointments on request for weekly exams
- Protected patients' rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal, financial information, and health information according to policy and PHIPA privacy law.
- Answer patient queries in the capacity of receptionist, and solve problems with patient orders
- Communicated with medical staff and departments to rectify incomplete requisitions
Unit Clerk, Labour and Delivery
Mt. Sinai Hospital
Toronto, Canada
08.2011 - 10.2013
- Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
- Admission of newborns and still-borns in the hospital and government data banks
- Preparation of patient charts upon admission
- Verified insurance coverage for incoming patients (OHIP, alternative coverage.)
- Answered phone calls, providing courteous and informative responses to inquiries.
- Adhered to PIHPA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Provided support to physicians and nursing staff with administrative tasks.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Relaying communications among the medical team including summons for newborn deliveries
- Additional duties: Escorting patients to rooms and answering basic questions, and transporting samples and supplies
Education
Advanced Diploma - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences
01.2010
B.Sc Honours - Molecular Biology & Genetics
University of Guelph
01.2006
Skills
- Multi-tasking
- Proficient in Microsoft Office technology
- Confidentiality
- Telephone etiquette
- Typing speed >= 60 words per minute (WPM)
- Administrative support
- Administrative tasks
- Verbal and writing communication
- Handling payments
- File and database management
Hobbies and Interests
- Proud father of two vibrant children (7 & 4 years old)
- A “Xennial” in both observing and acting in life (tech, societal change)
- Enjoys various online streaming serials/shows
- Devoted to health and wellness (gym/weights)
- Desires to pick up music again (alto saxophone)
Phonenumbers
647-515-1725, 905-893-0257
Volunteerpositions
- Knights of Columbus, 4th degree member, 10/01/14, Present, A fraternal, Catholic Men’s organization that, besides providing insurance to members, assists local communities and separate schools/parishes, as well as other charities/associations via donations of time, finances, and service.
- CUPE Union Local 5492 Mt. Sinai, Recording Secretary, 09/01/21, Present, Advocate for fellow members in the workplace, during meetings with management and other departments. Ensure proper conflict resolution that respects the rights of the employee, and good conduct and respect from the employer. Monitor incoming communications from members, and prepare and release communications to membership (e.g. Emails.) Record notes during major meetings involving membership and labour relations (e.g. Fact finds, GMMs).
Timeline
Clerk, Medical Imaging
Mt. Sinai Hospital
08.2016 - Current
Receptionist, Ambulatory Blood Laboratory
Mt. Sinai Hospital
11.2013 - 07.2016
Unit Clerk, Labour and Delivery
Mt. Sinai Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2013
Advanced Diploma - Medical Laboratory Sciences
Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences
B.Sc Honours - Molecular Biology & Genetics
University of Guelph
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