Meagan Bainbridge
Carlisle
Summary
Surgical Technology student nearing program completion with a strong foundation in sterile technique, perioperative care, and operating room workflow. Detail-oriented and dependable healthcare professional with experience supporting patient safety, accuracy, and effective communication. Brings strong organizational skills, a team-focused mindset, and a commitment to high-quality surgical care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician Senior
UPMC Perianesthesia Unit (PACU)
Mechanicsburg, PA
08.2023 - Current
- Assist with post-anesthesia patient care under RN supervision
- Monitor vital signs and report changes in patient condition
- Provide comfort measures as needed
- Assist with patient transfers, positioning and mobility
- Room turnover between patients
- Patient safety
- Ability to anticipate needs of clinical staff
Appeals Representative
Novitas Solutions, Inc.
Mechanicsburg, PA
06.2014 - Current
- Research and resolve complex medical claim denials
- Review medical documentation with accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Participate in Quality Council initiatives and peer mentoring
- Communicate professionally with providers and beneficiaries
- Complete detailed written correspondence and special projects
Medical Registration
Hamilton Health Center
Harrisburg, PA
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Verified insurance and patient information
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow
- Utilized multi-line phone systems in a high-volume setting
Patient Financial Services
Accountemps / Hershey Medical Center
Mechanicsburg, PA
07.2013 - 03.2014
- Entered patient demographics and maintained records
- Utilized Eclipsys and Medicare systems
- Communicated with patients and insurance companies
Externship
Grandview Surgery and Laser Center
Camp Hill, PA
04.2013 - 07.2013
- Registered surgical patients and prepared charts
- Coordinated patient movement through pre-op and recovery
- Communicated pre-operative instructions
- Retrieved EKGs and cardiac stress tests from physician offices
Education
Surgical Technology Program -
Central Penn College
03.2026
Medical Billing and Insurance Coding Program - undefined
Keystone Technical Institute
07.2013
Home School Diploma - undefined
Susquehanna Diploma Program
01.2012
Skills
- Sterile technique and aseptic practice
- Surgical instrumentation knowledge
- Operating room workflow
- Patient safety and HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology
- Attention to detail and organization
- Professional communication and teamwork
- Basic life support
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Patient positioning
- Adaptable
Timeline
Patient Care Technician Senior
UPMC Perianesthesia Unit (PACU)
08.2023 - Current
Appeals Representative
Novitas Solutions, Inc.
06.2014 - Current
Medical Registration
Hamilton Health Center
03.2014 - 06.2014
Patient Financial Services
Accountemps / Hershey Medical Center
07.2013 - 03.2014
Externship
Grandview Surgery and Laser Center
04.2013 - 07.2013
Medical Billing and Insurance Coding Program - undefined
Keystone Technical Institute
Home School Diploma - undefined
Susquehanna Diploma Program
Surgical Technology Program -
Central Penn College