Emily Brettell
Easton,PA
Summary
Dedicated school counselor-in-training looking for a school counselor position to provide students and their families with the necessary tools to set goals effectively, bolster academic success, guide students toward their future career goals, and benefit aspects of their personal and social growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum School Counselor
Easton Area High School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed relationships with students through consistent communication and rapport building.
- Assisted students in setting realistic goals for academic achievement and personal growth, providing guidance and encouragement.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating real-life situations and relatable examples in counseling sessions.
- Met with students to confirm success and identify problem areas.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Provided resources to support students in achieving career goals.
- Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
- Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
- Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
- Academic credit review to aid in class scheduling and graduation requirements.
- Supported seniors in college application process and ACT 158.
- Performed classroom observations.
Revenue Cycle Management Supervisor
Option Care Health
07.2014 - 09.2019
- Obtain prior authorization for NJ and MD Medicaid patients
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Train new employees and continued education for direct reports to maintain accuracy and proficiency with CPR+ and i-Emphsys billing and AR systems, Zirmed, Change Health Assurance, and Navinet.
- Audit claims to ensure accuracy and resolve any performance matters
- Work closely with management to develop realistic goals to decrease denials, increase performance and productivity, and increase revenue.
- Collaborate and actively communicate with other departments to succeed in achieving and maintaining company’s mission.
- Prepare and submit medical records requests and prescription audits
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Oversaw daily operations of department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Reimbursement Specialist
Walgreens Infusion Services
05.2009 - 07.2014
- Responsible for the timely, accurate submission of invoices to payers for services and products that are ordered and confirmed as provided.
- Determined quantities and prices for drugs billed
- Verified that services and products are correctly authorized, and that required documentation is on file.
- Obtained prior authorization for NJ and MD Medicaid patients
- Assisted with training new employees and reviewing work assignments
- Assisted staff with day-to-day issues
- Performed audits on claims that are over $5,000
- Assisted in drug audit preparation
Education
Master of Science - School Counseling
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA05.2020
Skills
- Time Management
- Goal Setting and Implementation
- Active listening skills
- Written and oral communication
- Analytical Skills
- Solutions-focused
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multicultural Competence
- Academic advisement
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
Community Involvement
Volunteer soccer coach for Palmer Township Athlethic Association U8 boys team
Affiliations
- Chi Sigma Iota
- Pennsylvania School Counselors Association (PSCA)
- American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Timeline
Practicum School Counselor
Easton Area High School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Revenue Cycle Management Supervisor
Option Care Health
07.2014 - 09.2019
Reimbursement Specialist
Walgreens Infusion Services
05.2009 - 07.2014
Master of Science - School Counseling
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Missouri State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Northampton Community College
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