Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office Administrator
Central Southern Construction
Houston, MS
08.2023 - Current
Coordinated and managed daily administrative operations of the office.
Organized and maintained filing systems, including electronic databases and records.
Composed correspondence such as letters, emails, memos, reports and other documents.
Maintained supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Maintained customer confidence and protected operations by keeping information confidential.
Processed invoices on a timely basis according to established procedures.
Managed travel arrangements for employees including flight bookings, hotel reservations and car rental services.
Monitored office equipment maintenance contracts ensuring all equipment is serviced regularly according to manufacturer's guidelines.
Reviewed employee time sheets for accuracy prior to submission for payroll processing.
Performed clerical duties such as photocopying, faxing and scanning documents.
Ordered office furniture when necessary following approval from management team.
Release of Information Specialist
Care Consultants Better Solutions
Saint Petersburg , FL (Remote)
02.2020 - 05.2023
Compiled and organized medical documents for release of information requests.
Reviewed patient records to determine releasable information according to HIPAA regulations.
Processed incoming and outgoing mail, emails, faxes, and phone calls related to release of information requests.
Maintained confidentiality of all patient records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Searched electronic health record system for requested documents.
Verified accuracy of released information prior to dissemination.
Prepared correspondence notifying requestors when additional documentation is needed prior to releasing requested documents.
Identified protected health information to safeguard and protect patient privacy.
Reviewed requester information to obtain patient data from electronic, off-site or physical records in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
Performed quality checks to drive accuracy of release, confidentiality and invoicing.
Scanned charts after patient discharge to make charts available to requesters.
Pulled patient records and transferred information to appropriate parties.
Transmitted information or documents to customers through email, mailings or facsimile machine.
Processed patient admission and discharge documents.
Safeguarded medical records to maintain patient confidentiality.
Released information to persons or agencies according to regulations.
Patient Access Supervisor
Trace Regional Hospital
Houston, MS
05.2011 - 04.2022
Responsible for supervising and leading staff in the patient access department to ensure excellent customer service and accurate registration.
Ensured all policies and procedures related to patient access were followed.
Developed, implemented, and maintained processes related to patient registration, insurance verification, pre-registration activities.
Monitored employee performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
Conducted training sessions for new hires and existing staff members on proper registration techniques.
Assisted with resolving any issues that arose during the registration process.
Managed workflow within the department to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Created reports for management regarding daily operations of the department.
Maintained a safe environment by enforcing safety regulations at all times.
Provided guidance to team members when needed to help them complete their duties efficiently.
Evaluated current systems used in patient access and recommended changes as necessary.
Served as a liaison between patients and families and hospital personnel regarding financial obligations.
Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally.
Participated in weekly meetings with upper management discussing strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores.
Registered patients by completing face-to-face interviews to obtain demographic, insurance and medical information.
Applied HIPAA privacy and security regulations while handling patient information.
Assembled registration paperwork and placed identification bands on patient.
Applied knowledge of payer requirements and utilized on-line eligibility systems to verify patient coverage and policy limitations.
Explained various admission forms and policies, acquiring signatures for consent.
Checked stock to determine inventory level and placed orders for needed supplies.
Communicated financial obligations to patients and collected fees at time of service.
Verified demographics and insurance information to register patients in computer system.
Kept patient appointments on schedule by notifying providers of patients' arrival and reviewing service delivery compared to schedule.
Processed patient responsibility estimate determined by insurance at pre-registration.
Optimized provider time and treatment room utilization with appropriate appointment scheduling.
Reviewed eligibility responses to assess patient benefit level and prepare estimates.
Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Houston High School
Houston, MS
05-2000
Some College (No Degree) -
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS
Skills
Project Management
Document Scanning
Expense Reporting
Operations Management
Word Processing
Staff Management
Office Supply Management
Travel Coordination
Business Administration
Workforce Management
Customer Engagement
Telephone Reception
Office Administration
Time Management
Verbal Communication
Scheduling Appointments
Performance Improvement
Schedule and Calendar Management
Certification
MS Notary Public
MS Notary Signing Agent - Commission Expires 02/2028
CLPN - Multi Skilled at North Mississippi Medical Clinics - Children's Clinic West Point RHCCLPN - Multi Skilled at North Mississippi Medical Clinics - Children's Clinic West Point RHC