Karien K.
Senior Medical Administrative Manager
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Karien K. is a seasoned administrative professional with over 20 years of experience in the medical and legal industries. Currently, she serves as a Practice Manager for Dr. P. Naran & Dr. A. Kurian Cardiologists, where she manages the daily operations of a busy practice, including patient records management, medical aid authorizations, and coordinating doctor schedules. Her career began in the legal sector as a Personal Assistant & Debtors Clerk at Viljoen Attorneys, where she was responsible for legal documentation, debt administration, and client communications. Transitioning into healthcare, Karien became a Team Leader in the Debtors Department at Pathcare Vermaak Pathologists, supervising teams and ensuring accurate patient account management. She is highly skilled in data capturing, document management, and email correspondence, proficiently using Microsoft Office tools to support her administrative duties. Her ability to handle high volumes of tasks and maintain confidentiality underscores her reliability in supporting dynamic office environments. Fluent in both English and Afrikaans, Karien holds South African nationality and is based in Warner Beach, KwaZulu-Natal.
Experience
Practice Manager
Dr P Naran & Dr A Kurian Cardiologists · 2022 — PresentOversee the daily administration and operations at a busy cardiology practice, managing patient records, medical aid authorisations, and account queries. Ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of confidential records, coordinate appointments and theatre bookings, and respond professionally to emails and administrative requests.Team Leader – Debtors Department
Pathcare Vermaak Pathologists · 2010 — 2022Supervised teams within debtor administration, managing the daily workflow. Accurately captured and updated patient account information while addressing high volumes of email communication and account queries. Collaborated with debt collection companies and senior management, maintaining confidentiality of patient and financial information.Receptionist & Billing Clerk
Dr Kilian Nienaber · 2010 — 2010Managed front desk activities, including appointment bookings, billing processes, and medical aid claims. Maintained accurate patient files and provided assistance with billing queries.Personal Assistant & Debtors Clerk
Viljoen Attorneys · 2003 — 2010Delivered personal assistant and administrative support to management. Typed legal documents, managed correspondence, and maintained debtor accounts while following up on outstanding payments. Scheduled meetings and handled office administration tasks.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- MatricInstitution not specified · — — 2002
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