Highly organized, adaptable, and detail oriented administrative worker with over 10 years of experience in front end customer engagement. Highly effective at working with clients/customers of all levels and backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Financial Counselor/Cashier
St.Joseph Hospital/ Ensemble Health Partners
Nashua, NH
02.2020 - Current
Run daily report and hold daily “In House Review” call to monitor and track high risk accounts to prevent claim errors/loss of payment to facility
Balance deposits and cash boxes for all departments within Patient Access to ensure accuracy.
Ensure that all insurance information, demographic information, and necessary signatures are obtained and entered into patient accounts accurately
Obtain insurance benefit information for all inpatient and observation admissions to create estimates for each patient.
Review estimates with patients, process payments, provide information on financial assistance programs, payment arrangement options, and refer patients to financial resources as needed, while maintaining a positive patient experience.
Assist “walk in” patients with various issues and concerns including bill payment, payment arrangements, and general billing concerns (incorrect billing and/or customer service escalations)
Set quarterly goals aiming to improve operational efficiency, patient satisfaction, and staff morale.
Meet and often exceed monthly collection and productivity goals.
Program Eligibility Specialist
MedAssist Solutions
Nashua, NH
02.2018 - 02.2020
Reviewed hospital census for self-pay and underinsured patients.
Screened patients bedside and over the phone to determine eligibility for assistance programs: Medicaid Medical Assistance Program, Medicaid Long Term Care Programs, and Hospital Financial Assistance Program.
Assisted patients through Healthcare.gov enrollment process during open enrollment and special enrollment periods.
Submitted assistance applications and necessary documentation on patients' behalf and acted as patients' authorized representative.
Communicated with patients/family members in order to gather all documentation requested by the state and/or hospital.
Communicated with DHHS case workers, hospital case management and other hospital staff regarding patients' eligibility status for assistance programs.
Kept updated notes in patient's account(s) to show the progress throughout application process.
Followed applications through to point of determination.
Added appropriate coverages to patients' account(s) to be billed.
Trained new staff members.
Personal Caregiver
Home Care Assistance of New Hampshire
Bedford, NH
11.2017 - 02.2018
Engaged with patients and families, providing emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living skills and adaptation to disability or illness.
Transported clients to locations such as medical appointments and group meetings to maintain social connections and meet medical needs.
Worked with supervisory medical staff to review cases and improve care.
Reported any changes or incidents involving clients.
Performed housekeeping duties for clients in their homes.
Created trusting and comforting relationships with clients.
Assisted clients with bathing, oral hygiene, and grooming as needed.
Found creative ways to engage clients in mind strengthening activities.
Caregiver
Lilac View Assisted Living Facility
Rochester, NH
07.2016 - 02.2018
Assisted residents with bathing, oral hygiene, and grooming.
Prepared and served meals and snacks to residents.
Maintained a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
Worked with staff efficiently to complete all necessary tasks.
Engaged in activities and conversations with patients to sustain quality of life.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates or changes.
Performed housekeeping duties.
Trained new employees.
Administrator
Desiree's Place: Assisted Living Home
Rochester, NH
07.2014 - 03.2016
Maintained accurate records of resident care, condition, progress, and concerns.
Assisted in resolving and satisfying residents' requests and internal operational issues.
Scheduled and accompanied residents to medical appointments.
Hired and maintained staff.
Oversaw staff productivity and efficiency.
Submitted payroll weekly.
Conducted monthly in-services.
Confirmed accurate completion of forms/reports for the admission, transfer, and/or discharge of each resident.
Ensured that the facility maintained compliance within state inspection guidelines.
Administrator Assistant
Lilac View Assisted Living Facility
Rochester, NH
02.2014 - 07.2014
Completed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phone, and filing.
Oversaw staff productivity and efficiency.
Trained new staff members.
Reported any unusual circumstances in the residents' condition or environment.
Scheduled and accompanied residents to medical appointments.
Monitored inventory of household supplies and ran daily errands.
Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medication.
Managed vendors, organization, and upkeep.
Distributed employee notices and mail through the facility.
Assisted in ensuring that the facility-maintained compliance within state inspection guidelines
Caregiver
Our Place Inn Time: Assisted Living Home
Farmington, NH
01.2013 - 02.2014
Assisted residents with bathing, oral hygiene, and grooming.
Prepared and served meals and snacks to residents.
Maintained a clean, healthy, and safe environment.
Engaged in activities and conversations with patients to sustain quality of life.
Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates or changes.
Performed housekeeping duties.
Trained new employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nute High School
Milton, NH
06.2012
LNA Certification -
Creteau Vocational Center
Rochester, NH
06.2012
Skills
Organization
Digital literacy
Proactive mindset
Problem solving/Critical thinking
Interpersonal skill
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, etc)
Specialized Mentor And Revenue Cycle Trainer at Ensemble Health Partners-OU Health /Ardent HealthSpecialized Mentor And Revenue Cycle Trainer at Ensemble Health Partners-OU Health /Ardent Health