Yoda Burns
Bilingual Medical Administrative Professional
Alpharetta, GA|LinkedIn
Bilingual English/Spanish medical administrative professional with 12+ years across patient access, front-office operations, and clinical support. Fluent in both languages at a clinical level — able to take intake, explain coverage, and coordinate care directly with Spanish-speaking patients without an interpreter. Experienced with EMR/EHR documentation, insurance verification, prior authorization, and high-volume scheduling in walk-in and outpatient settings. BSN, cum laude, plus international medical training. Seeking remote or Atlanta-metro patient access, care coordination, or bilingual member services roles.
Professional Experience
Medical AssistantDec 2014 — Mar 2020
Walk-in Clinic · Saint Cloud, FL
  • Provided bilingual English/Spanish patient communication for a walk-in clinic serving a majority-Spanish-speaking population — took intake, explained insurance coverage, and coordinated care without external interpreters.
  • Managed appointment scheduling for 50+ patients daily and supported smooth front-office clinic flow.
  • Maintained meticulous EMR records and intake workflows while supporting overall operational efficiency.
  • Processed insurance verification, copayments, and billing accurately to reduce claim issues.
Student Nurse / Clinical RotationsJan 2016 — Mar 2018
Osceola Regional Medical Center · Osceola, FL
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across Labor & Delivery, Medical/Surgical, Hematology Oncology, and Family Practice units.
  • Documented patient progress, monitored vitals, and supported patient-centered care delivery.
  • Provided bilingual clinical support for Spanish-speaking patients across rotations.
  • Strengthened adaptability and calm performance across varied clinical settings.
Office Clerk / Medical Records SpecialistDec 2006 — Oct 2013
Light House INC · Miami, FL
  • Managed patient data collection, insurance claims, and medical documentation with high accuracy in a bilingual practice.
  • Maintained and organized 5,000+ medical records and improved retrieval efficiency.
  • Delivered front-desk customer service and coordinated communications across staff, patients, and providers in both English and Spanish.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Universidad del Turabo — Ana G. Méndez University System · 2018-05 · Metro Orlando Campus, Orlando, FL
Cum Laude · Outstanding Academic Achievement Award (GPA 4.00, 2014–2015) · Faculty Award for Excellence in Academic Achievement · Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Certifications & Honors
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
  • Outstanding Academic Achievement Award (GPA 4.00)
  • Faculty Award for Excellence in Academic Achievement
  • HIPAA-aware medical administration workflows
Languages
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Skills
EMR/EHREpicCernerInsurance VerificationPrior AuthorizationEligibility & Benefits ChecksMedical Scheduling SystemsTelehealth PlatformsMicrosoft OfficeBilingual English/Spanish (Native)Patient CommunicationMedical Interpretation SupportDe-escalationCross-Cultural CommunicationHigh-Volume MultitaskingRemote CollaborationPatient IntakeVital SignsMedical Terminology (EN/ES)Clinical DocumentationCare CoordinationPatient EducationSterilization ProtocolsHIPAA Compliance