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Elizabeth Grieser

Castle Rock,CO

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with over six years in healthcare system support, specializing in optimizing provider schedules and training medical staff. Proven track record of improving operational efficiency and enhancing team collaboration. Skilled in implementing new medical software systems to support organizational goals. Dedicated to advancing healthcare operations through innovative solutions, and continuous improvement.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Access and Systems Consultant

Kaiser Permanente
Castle Rock, CO
08.2019 - Current

Expertise in medical specialty departments, with a focus on Behavioral Health.

  • Managed large-scale provider scheduling to ensure optimal resource allocation.
  • Oversaw onboarding and offboarding processes for medical staff.
  • Maintained requests from medical staff to streamline operations.
  • Developed providers' schedules in a medical software system for increased efficiency.
  • Led project management initiatives within the medical department to achieve objectives.
  • Implemented and trained staff on new medical software systems effectively.
  • Coordinated all behavioral health department schedules at Kaiser, Colorado.
  • Assisted in training new staff while communicating changes to enhance integration.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems, and implement solutions.
  • Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Healthcare Front Desk Clerk

Kaiser Permanente
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
08.2015 - 08.2019
  • Managed patient check-in and check-out processes efficiently.
  • Scheduled appointments and coordinated with medical staff daily.
  • Maintained patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Assisted in billing procedures and collected payments from patients.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations and office protocols consistently.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve office workflow regularly.
  • Answered multi-line phone system; directed calls accordingly to appropriate personnel or department.
  • Collected information, verified insurance and collected co-payments for patients as part of check-in process.
  • Assisted with various administrative duties such as photocopying, faxing documents, ordering supplies.
  • Responded to messages from physicians, nurses and other healthcare staff in a timely manner.
  • Processed referrals from primary care providers to specialists within the health care network.
  • Handled confidential paperwork related to patient visits according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Kept up with new developments in medical coding changes and requirements.
  • Handled guest inquiries and resolved issues promptly with professionalism.
  • Maintained accurate records of reservations and guest information in the system.
  • Processed payments and maintained cash drawer accuracy throughout shifts.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, including filing and managing phone calls.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve front desk operations and workflows.
  • Ensured that lobby area was clean, orderly, and stocked with necessary supplies at all times.

Customer Service Representative

Kaiser Permanente
Aurora, Colorado
06.2013 - 08.2015
  • Responded to patient inquiries about services, benefits, and billing issues.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems to update patient information accurately.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to resolve patient concerns effectively.
  • Educated patients on healthcare policies and procedures clearly and concisely.
  • Handled sensitive information while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Monitored service requests and escalated issues to appropriate departments promptly.
  • Provided customer service by answering inquiries, resolving complaints, and providing general information to clients regarding healthcare services.
  • Assisted in checking patient's insurance eligibility prior to their appointment.
  • Collected payments from patients and entered them into the billing system accurately.
  • Verified patient demographic information in order to ensure accuracy of data entry.
  • Processed paperwork related to medical claims processing including authorizations, referrals, pre-certifications.
  • Handled high volume of incoming calls, providing exceptional customer service to patients and families.
  • Guided patients through the completion of consent and other required medical forms.
  • Collaborated with insurance companies to resolve billing discrepancies and pre-certification issues.

Lead Server/Server Trainer

Red Robin
Parker , CO
07.2009 - 05.2013
  • Supervised team members to ensure high-quality service during busy shifts.
  • Trained new servers on menu items and customer service standards.
  • Assisted with inventory management and stock organization for efficient operations.
  • Communicated with kitchen staff to facilitate timely meal preparation and delivery.
  • Resolved guest complaints promptly while maintaining a positive dining experience.
  • Managed opening and closing duties to facilitate restaurant operations.
  • Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
  • Managed staff of 6 servers, delegating tasks and ensuring timely completion.
  • Worked with management to coordinate special functions and events.
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to guests, resolving any issues that arose in a professional manner.
  • Assisted with training new employees on proper table setting, menu knowledge, and customer service techniques.
  • Leveraged POS system to receive and take guest orders and process payment.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and brought beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Used suggestive selling techniques to entice customers with more expensive or higher-margin items and add-ons.
  • Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
  • Trained new servers on menu knowledge and customer service standards.

Medical Records Clerk

Ranchview Family Medicine
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
02.2008 - 06.2009
  • Organized patient records for efficient retrieval and storage.
  • Processed medical information and ensured compliance with privacy regulations.
  • Assisted healthcare staff with record management tasks as needed.
  • Processed incoming medical records requests.
  • Retrieved medical charts for healthcare staff for filing in medical records.
  • Updated patient files with new medical information as needed.
  • Tracked and processed release of information requests.
  • Responded to inquiries from patients, physicians and other healthcare providers regarding medical records.
  • Pulled patient charts for upcoming appointments.
  • Indexed and cataloged medical records for easy retrieval and archival purposes.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Health Care Administration

Pima Medical Institute
03-2024

Skills

  • Electronic health record management
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Training and onboarding
  • Medical software expertise
  • Team collaboration
  • Data entry and accuracy
  • Customer relationship management
  • Administrative support
  • Problem solving, decision making
  • Time management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Microsoft systems proficiency
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Meeting coordination
  • Independent work skills
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Project planning and execution

Affiliations

  • Mother of 3 supporting and keeping them busy being involved in many sports. Spending extra time with my family and friends.

Accomplishments

  • Have received multiple recognition awards for my collaborative work and efficiency with fast paced changes in the medical world.

Custom

  • I have worked as a volunteer swim coach for high school and summer swim league.
  • Spent some time as VP on my sons competitive team parent board until welcoming my 3rd child.
  • Always wanting to be of support to my community is volunteering when I can.

Timeline

Access and Systems Consultant

Kaiser Permanente
08.2019 - Current

Healthcare Front Desk Clerk

Kaiser Permanente
08.2015 - 08.2019

Customer Service Representative

Kaiser Permanente
06.2013 - 08.2015

Lead Server/Server Trainer

Red Robin
07.2009 - 05.2013

Medical Records Clerk

Ranchview Family Medicine
02.2008 - 06.2009

Associate of Applied Science - Health Care Administration

Pima Medical Institute