Austrailyah Legare
Morning Sun
Summerville
3
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Work History
Patient Care Coordinator
6 Months- Coordinated patient scheduling across departments, aligning appointments with provider availability and care plans.
- Verified insurance coverage and eligibility, reducing registration errors and delayed services.
- Processed referrals and prior authorizations, ensuring timely access to specialty care.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic health records, supporting continuity of care.
- Assured timely verification of insurance benefits prior to patient procedures or appointments.
Patient Care Assistant
1 Year 10 Months- Provided compassionate patient care by assisting with daily living activities to support dignity and well-being.
- Promoted patient mobility through regular turning, positioning, and ambulating practices, supporting recovery.
- Assisted with patient transfers between wheelchairs, beds, and exam tables.
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Maintained cleanliness across all facility areas to support health standards.
Chiropractic Assistant
8 Months- Supported chiropractors during patient examinations and therapeutic procedures.
- Facilitated patient intake by accurately recording vitals including height, weight, and blood pressure to support thorough assessments.
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage, and mechanical traction therapies under doctor supervision.
- Coordinated patient intake, verifying forms, histories, and insurance information for accurate clinical records.
- Managed patient records utilizing EHRs
- Managed insurance claims processing and patient eligibility verification to streamline billing and enhance patient access to services.
Patient Access Representative
1 Year 7 Months- Registered patients and collected accurate financial and demographic information to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
- Registered patients accurately, verified demographics, and updated insurance information within Epic workflows.
- Ensured adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Accurately entered patient data into an electronic health record system, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Processed patient payments according to established accounting procedures.
- Obtained prior authorizations and referrals to support timely claim processing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
- Graduated cum laude
Skills
Care plan development
Health records management
HIPAA compliance
Insurance processing
Referral management
Patient education
Customer service
Professionalism and ethics
Accomplishments
- MUSC Physical Therapy Internship, 06/01/22
- American Red Cross First Aid / CPR Certified, 06/01/21
- South Carolina AHEC Summer Academy Scholar, 06/01/22
Timeline
Patient Care Coordinator
Novant Health
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Chiropractic Assistant
Alignment Chiropractic
07.2025 - 03.2026Read More
Patient Care Assistant
Morning Sun
12.2024 - CurrentRead More
Patient Access Representative
MUSC
12.2023 - 07.2025Read More
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON
Bachelor of Science from Exercise Science
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