Tanner Gomez
Twentynine Palms
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Skilled in collecting and verifying patient demographic and insurance information and preparing and maintaining medical records. Proficient in using medical terminology and classifying diagnostic procedures, treatments, and medications. Dedicated to program support and providing the highest quality care to patients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Service Specialist
Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms
12.2024 - Current
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved patient satisfaction and reduced wait times.
- Organized and updated charts with clinic notes, retrieved scans, obtained medical records and verbally confirmed appointments via telephone.
- Contributed to a collaborative healthcare team environment, effectively communicating with physicians, nurses, and other staff members.
- Fostered a positive atmosphere within the clinic by creating a welcoming environment for both patients and staff members alike.
Office Coordinator/Medical Coding Intern
Telecare Corporation
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance and protecting the confidentiality of records. Personally contributed to over 110 days of entries.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Supported medical records technician with daily operations and organization of member charts and records.
- Screened applicant resumes and conducted screening interviews for the hiring manager.
- Assisted with compiling financial transactions to update balance sheets with accurate, current information.
Optometry Clinic Supervisor
United States Navy
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
- Oversaw the overall operation of optometry services and patient care, including financial management, quality assurance, safety protocols and risk management, clinic templates and facility maintenance.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for clinic staff.
- Managed daily operations of 15-person clinic supporting approximately 220 patients per week.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
Optician
United States Navy
04.2013 - 06.2018
- Managed check-in and check-out procedures, verified patient information, and submitted lens orders.
- Confirmed quality control standards were met for all eyewear and contact lenses.
- Performed basic vision testing for new patients.
- Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
- Educated patients on proper use, care and maintenance of eyeglasses and contact lenses.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry
Santiago Canyon College
Medical Billing And Coding Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding
American Career College
12.2023
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Psychology
University of Maryland Global Campus
2019
Associate Of Applied Science - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
2014
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Records management
- Team leadership
- HIPAA Compliance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Organization and Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Customer Service
- Planning and Coordination
- Diagnostic Codes
- Data Entry
- Medical Terminology
Education
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Timeline
Medical Service Specialist
Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms
12.2024 - Current
Office Coordinator/Medical Coding Intern
Telecare Corporation
10.2023 - 12.2023
Optometry Clinic Supervisor
United States Navy
06.2018 - 06.2021
Optician
United States Navy
04.2013 - 06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry
Santiago Canyon College
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Psychology
University of Maryland Global Campus
Associate Of Applied Science - General Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus
Medical Billing And Coding Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding
American Career College
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