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In this edition of Employee Spotlight, we’re proud to recognize Maddux James Standingbear, Medical Records Technician with the Osage Nation Health System. Maddux brings a strong work ethic, a commitment to improving efficiency, and a genuine desire to serve the community he has called home his entire life. His initiative, willingness to learn, and dedication to supporting both patients and his coworkers make him a valued member of the ONHS team.

Maddux James Standingbear serves as a Medical Records Technician with the Osage Nation Health System, where he plays an important role in maintaining accurate medical records, assisting patients and healthcare facilities, processing Release of Information requests, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the Medical Records Department.Since joining ONHS, Maddux has taken a particular interest in improving efficiency within the department. He has become highly engaged in learning the EPIC electronic health record system, communicating directly with EPIC representatives, identifying workflow challenges, and offering ideas for improvements. He also works to improve processes surrounding faxing, records requests, audits, patient and provider requests, and other administrative functions that help ensure information moves accurately and efficiently throughout the health system.Maddux attended the University of Oklahoma, where he completed approximately 50 credit hours and studied business. He plans to continue his education online and pursue a degree in Business Administration. His early professional experience included participating in the Osage Nation Summer Youth Program and spending several years working at Harvest Land, experiences he credits with helping him develop a strong work ethic, teamwork skills, and an appreciation for the importance of doing his part within an organization.Although Maddux initially entered healthcare while exploring career opportunities, his perspective quickly changed as he began to understand the importance of his work. Through helping patients, families, providers, and other healthcare organizations access the information they need, he developed a greater appreciation for the impact his role has on the community and has grown proud of the work he does.For Maddux, serving the Osage community is especially meaningful. Having lived in the community throughout his life, he views his work with ONHS as an opportunity to give back to the people and place that have shaped him. He hopes to make a positive difference by doing everything within his role to help patients and families navigate their healthcare needs.Outside of work, Maddux has a passion for mixed martial arts and has trained in MMA for nearly two years. He also enjoys spending time with friends, playing video games, watching movies, drawing, and pursuing his creative interests. One of his most ambitious personal projects is developing an original story and fictional world, a project he has worked on for more than four years and hopes to complete and share with others one day.Whether he is helping a patient, learning a new system, or finding ways to improve a workflow, Maddux approaches his role with the belief that every part of an organization matters. His focus on efficiency, continuous improvement, and service reflects his commitment to helping ONHS operate at its best. ... See MoreSee Less