Results-driven professional with expertise in team leadership and communication, fostering strong relationships with patients and colleagues. Demonstrated history of enhancing patient and customer satisfaction through active listening and compassionate care. Proven ability to maintain industry relationships and drive positive outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead; Insurance Advisor; Study Coordinator
MercyOne Genesis Plastic Surgery
Davenport
08.2023 - Current
Maintain coverage when colleagues are unavailable.
Document daily productivity metrics.
Compile month-end reports.
Oversee MedSpa inventory and ordering processes.
Coordinate meeting arrangements for providers.
Execute all preauthorization processes for surgeries.
Manage payments, compile daily reports and distribute funds to designated entity.
Facilitate resolution of billing concerns from patients to provide appropriate responses.
Manage all aspects of Mentor Glow Study for over 200 subjects.
Handle participant concerns and questionnaires to enhance study engagement.
Lead procedural implementation ensuring compliance with study protocols.
Monitor data collection processes to maintain high accuracy and reliability standards.
Front Office Coordinator; Billing Specialist
Iowa Plastic Surgery
Davenport
12.2005 - 08.2023
Managed front desk operations for a busy plastic surgery practice.
Coordinated communication between patients and medical staff to enhance service delivery.
Ensured accurate patient records and documentation in electronic health systems. Implemented the changeover to EMR and created all templates within the system.
Assisted in front desk operations, including greeting patients and answering inquiries.
Trained new staff on office protocols and customer service standards.
Maintained inventory of office supplies and medical materials for seamless operations.
Directed all aspects of Mentor Glow Study processes involving over 200 subject participants.
Managed Joint Commission approval processes
Led all credentialing processes. Maintaining both insurance contracts and hospital credentialing for Dr. Van Raalte.
Supervised 3rd party billing processes, covering payments, denials, collections, and generation of monthly reports.
Facilitated daily posting of charges and payments; managed accounts payable and receivables.
Oversaw patient chart management (before EMR) by transcribing all dictation, correspondence to physicians, and operative reports.
Receptionist; Office Manager in Training
Accredited Dermatology Associates
Davenport
06.2004 - 12.2005
Greeted patients and ensured a welcoming atmosphere in the dermatology office.
Answered phone calls, addressing inquiries and directing calls appropriately.
Collected patient information and updated records accurately for seamless service.
Assisted with insurance verification to streamline patient check-in processes.
Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers effectively.
Maintained cleanliness of reception area, promoting a professional environment.
Processed payments and handled billing inquiries with attention to detail.
Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
Oversaw dictation responsibilities for referral letters, consultations, pathology reports, and cancer documents.
Retail Associate
Red Wing Shoes
Davenport
08.1998 - 06.2004
Mastered extensive experience using Red Wing's "Certified Fit Specialist" techniques to meet customer needs.
Operated cash register, processing transactions accurately and efficiently.
Managed inventory by organizing stockroom and conducting regular counts and ordering product on a daily basis.
Trained new staff on store policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to ensure satisfaction.
Stocked and cleaned shelves while maintaining neat and orderly store.
Designed company-specific invoices using Excel to address diverse business needs.
Ensured account integrity through meticulous invoicing and management of accounts receivable.
Processed payroll and compiled quarterly tax information for accountant review.
Created check registers to facilitate company payments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management And Organization; Economics
St. Ambrose University
Davenport, IA
05-2003
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Scott Community College
Bettendorf
12-2001
Skills
Team leadership
Effective communication
Conflict resolution
Health insurance
Policy documentation
Data management
Customer relationship management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead; Insurance Advisor; Study Coordinator
MercyOne Genesis Plastic Surgery
08.2023 - Current
Front Office Coordinator; Billing Specialist
Iowa Plastic Surgery
12.2005 - 08.2023
Receptionist; Office Manager in Training
Accredited Dermatology Associates
06.2004 - 12.2005
Retail Associate
Red Wing Shoes
08.1998 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management And Organization; Economics
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