Jenna Buckner
Paralegal
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About
Detail-oriented healthcare and administrative professional with 5+ years of work experience, including patient access and front-desk operations. Experienced in patient registration, appointment scheduling, demographic and financial information collection, electronic health records, data entry, and customer service. Skilled at maintaining professionalism in fast-paced environments, handling challenging situations, and protecting the accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
Experience
Patient Representative at Franciscan Physician Network (2025-01 – Present)
- Provide professional, compassionate customer service to patients and families in a busy healthcare environment.
- Assist with patient access and front-desk functions while maintaining accurate patient information and records.
- Collect and verify demographic, insurance, and other required patient information with attention to accuracy.
- Use electronic health record and other computer systems to enter, update, and retrieve patient information.
- Answer patient questions, communicate information clearly, and help resolve concerns in a professional manner.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow organizational procedures when handling patient information and administrative tasks.
Patient Access Specialist at Riverview Health (2023-01 – 2025-12)
- Demonstrated high-level customer service and communication skills while managing patient access services in a busy healthcare environment.
- Utilized advanced computer skills to navigate multiple electronic health record systems with accuracy and efficiency.
- Registered patients by obtaining necessary and accurate financial and demographic information.
- Maintained a professional demeanor when dealing with challenging situations or difficult customers.
- Assisted with administrative tasks including filing, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Maintained current patient records for billing purposes and provided excellent customer service to patients and their families.
Receptionist at HMC (2022-07 – 2022-11)
- Greeted visitors warmly and ensured they had a positive experience.
- Handled cash and credit card payments accurately.
- Answered phones professionally, responded to caller questions, and transferred calls to appropriate extensions.
- Maintained accurate records of incoming calls, messages, and visitors.
Manager at Taco Bell (2018-08 – 2022-03)
- Provided superior customer service and responded to inquiries in an efficient and friendly manner.
- Managed store sales team, supported inventory and administrative duties, and helped achieve sales targets.
- Handled guest complaints professionally and promoted positive customer interactions.
- Trained team members in cleanliness, sanitation, and organizational standards.
- Prepared reports, maintained files, processed purchase orders, and supported loss-prevention efforts.
Receptionist at Ed Martin Toyota (2021-05 – 2021-12)
- Answered incoming calls, greeted callers, provided information, transferred calls, and took messages.
- Performed clerical duties including typing, proofreading, accepting orders, scheduling appointments, and sorting mail.
- Maintained professional communication while assisting clients and visitors.
Education
High School Diploma – Lapel High School (2020-05)
Paralegal Certification – Ivy Tech Community College (2025-08)
