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Jennifer Ringgold

Fort Smith

Summary

Dedicated office representative with exceptional customer service skills and a strong commitment to patient confidentiality. Proficient in insurance verification, scheduling, and administrative tasks to enhance patient interactions and streamline office operations.

Detail-oriented office representative with a focus on patient registration and efficient scheduling. Strong organizational skills and adherence to HIPAA guidelines ensure accurate information management and enhanced patient experiences. Ready to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Representative

Baptist Health Medical Center
Fort Smith, AR
05.2022 - 05.2026

The Office Representative is responsible for greeting, instructing, and directing patients and visitors. This role ensures the accurate and complete capture and registration of all necessary patient demographics and insurance information within the system. The representative performs all scheduling, check-in, and check-out duties in accordance with practice policies, and handles charge posting and over-the-counter payment processing. Pre-certify surgeries using CPT and diagnosis codes when needed.

  • Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
  • Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
  • Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
  • Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.

Bail Bond Agent

Ringgold Bail Bonds
Tulsa, OK
01.2013 - 07.2021
  • Evaluated clients' financial situations to determine appropriate bail amounts and conditions.
  • Facilitated communication between defendants, courts, and legal representatives throughout the bonding process.
  • Managed case documentation and ensured compliance with state regulations and company policies.
  • Developed strategic relationships with local law enforcement and legal professionals to enhance business opportunities.
  • Conducted risk assessments to mitigate potential losses associated with bail bond transactions.
  • Filed paperwork and paid bonds to court, providing prompt jail release for defendants.
  • Processed payments from defendants to secure bonds.
  • Located, apprehended and returned suspects to court or jail after missed court appearances.
  • Attended court to confirm attendance of each defendant at scheduled times.
  • Maintained detailed records of all transactions, ensuring complete transparency and accountability within our organization.

Front Office Receptionist

Tulsa County Health Department
Tulsa, OK
07.2011 - 10.2017
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring seamless patient check-in and appointment scheduling.
  • Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance service efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and handled sensitive information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Streamlined office procedures, improving workflow efficiency and reducing appointment wait times.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in accommodating last-minute changes or emergencies in appointment scheduling without compromising overall efficiency.
  • Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sand Springs Public Schools
Sand Springs, OK

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Strong organization
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Dedicated team player
  • Office administration
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Data entry
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Insurance verification
  • Patient registration
  • HIPAA guidelines
  • Payment collection
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Referral verification
  • Petty cash management

Timeline

Office Representative

Baptist Health Medical Center
05.2022 - 05.2026

Bail Bond Agent

Ringgold Bail Bonds
01.2013 - 07.2021

Front Office Receptionist

Tulsa County Health Department
07.2011 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Sand Springs Public Schools
Jennifer Ringgold