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Gena Hasson
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Gena Hasson

Office Manager
Bemidji

Summary

Dedicated Administrative Professional with extensive experience in public service, office coordination, and financial processing. Managed billing support, customer accounts, records management, and daily office operations with precision, contributing to overall efficiency. Handled high-volume public interactions while maintaining confidentiality and supporting multiple departments in dynamic environments.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Medical Office Manager

True North Health Care
Bemidji
07.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily operations for medical office ensuring efficient workflow and patient care.
  • Implemented office policies to enhance operational efficiency and staff performance.
  • Trained new employees on procedures and customer service expectations to ensure consistent patient care.
  • Coordinated staff schedules to enhance resource allocation and improve service delivery.
  • Supervised patient billing, collection and financial counseling and assisted with cash posting.
  • Managed accounts receivable for the practice, ensuring timely payments from insurance companies and patients.
  • Oversaw patient records management maintaining confidentiality and compliance standards.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients for seamless interactions.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients in accordance with their individual needs and preferences.
  • Handled telephone inquiries from patients regarding appointment scheduling or general questions about the practice's services.
  • Trained new staff on office procedures, software programs and customer service protocols.
  • Coordinated with insurance companies to verify coverage of services rendered.
  • Resolved patient inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments to ensure adequate supply levels for services.
  • Reviewed employee time sheets for accuracy before submitting them for payroll processing.
  • Liaised with customers, addressed inquiries, handled meeting requests and answered billing questions to provide outstanding customer care.
  • Managed all office functions during a three-month transitional period, including patient scheduling, billing, and insurance processing.

Associate Behavioral Health Counselor

Sanford Health
09.2022 - Current

  • Worked in Crisis/IRTS facility, providing direct support to patients in mental health crisis to ensure safety and stability.
  • Med trained/pass meds, Write IAPP's, CTP's, Safety Plans, Discharge Summaries, CAMS, Locus, DLA-20
  • Facilitate Groups focused on CBT/DBT.
  • Performed safety checks, maintained documentation, conducted screenings, and provided daily care to support patient well-being.

Managed supply orders and maintained cleanliness of facility post-patient turnover to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

Front Desk Office Manager

H&R Block
Park Rapids
01.2018 - 01.2022

All front-end duties, office cleanliness, phones, computers, ordering/stocking supplies, tax filing, receiving payments, customer service, utilizing QuickBooks, appointment setting, client service and support, delegation and coordination of schedules and meetings. Quick and timely response for staff/client questions, needs and information.

  • Managed front desk operations and ensured smooth daily workflows.
  • Coordinated client appointments and maintained scheduling efficiency.
  • Supervised administrative staff and provided training as needed.

Administrative Assistant/Cash Management

Leech Lake Band Of Ojibwe
Cass Lake
10.2019 - 12.2021
  • Gained experience in accounting/cash management and supported various programs within the Tribe.
  • Executed deposit transactions, reconciled accounts, logged gift cards, and researched cleared checks while managing daily banking activities.
  • Transitioned to administrative assistant role, supporting site manager by managing policies, procedures, logs, purchase requisitions, timecards, and equipment orders while ensuring fair treatment of members.

Coordinated mail distribution to departments and managed organization of office supplies and orders.

Patient Access Representative

Sanford Health
Bemidji
04.2018 - 05.2019
  • Collected and processed co-payments and out-of-pocket charges using US Bank processes and Epic.
  • Took co-payments and compiled daily financial records.
  • Used EPIC to schedule appointments.
  • Assisted patients with registration for labs, X-rays, CT scans, Dexa scans, and mammograms to streamline patient access.
  • Served as front line contact in lab/radiology, addressing patient inquiries and facilitating smooth operations.
  • I updated patient files, insurances, scanning in documents and new cards, updating any missing forms, and making copies for their records and ours.
  • Coordinated communication among patients, lab, and departments to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Cooperated and communicated effectively with physicians to ensure client satisfaction and compliance with set standards.

Sales Associate

Ravenrock Jewelry
Bemidji
03.2017 - 12.2018
  • Maintained showroom and sales floor, sold fine jewelry, and managed store operations in owner's absence.
  • Guided customers in selecting jewelry pieces that aligned with their preferences and needs.
  • Provided product knowledge to enhance customer purchasing decisions.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues with professionalism and care.
  • Oversaw and processed payments made by credit and debit cards and cash and provided the correct change if applicable.
  • Designed and arranged displays to effectively showcase new jewelry collections.

Salesperson

American Garage Door Supply Inc
Bemidji
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Serviced accounts regularly to identify opportunities for new products or services, contributing to revenue growth.
  • Asked appropriate open-ended questions to discover prospects' needs and requirements.
  • Built lasting relationships with customers, fostering loyalty and expanding client base through effective communication.
  • Enhanced customer service and telecommunications skills to establish lasting relationships, leading to increased client retention.
  • Researched and customized service proposals for clients.

Deceased Collections Specialist

Ascension Point Recovery Services
Coon Rapids
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Addressed customer inquiries via telephone and email, ensuring timely resolutions.
  • Ensured data integrity and accuracy through meticulous verification processes.
  • Recorded payments, account information, and call logs into computer system to maintain accurate records.
  • Researched and updated materials for the firm and partners.

Collections Specialist

Green Tree Servicing Llc
Mendota Heights
01.2011 - 12.2011
  • Consistently met and exceeded performance goals, contributing to overall team success.
  • Contacted customers to negotiate and secure outstanding payments through one-time or installment methods, enhancing cash flow.
  • Managed 100-250 accounts daily, addressing first and second mortgages, notices of default, foreclosures, and short sales efficiently.
  • Set up drafts and processed immediate payments.
  • Applied training and persuasive communication strategies to overcome objections.
  • Committed to high-quality customer service, effectively resolving issues and surpassing client expectations, therefore achieving win/win outcomes
  • Well developed interpersonal and communication skills, with expertise in working with clients from diverse backgrounds.

Inside Sales Representative

Pinnacle Publishing
Bemidji
01.2006 - 01.2010
  • Prioritized daily workflow, including all inbound calls, quotes and sales-related inquiries.
  • Conducted business-to-business cold and hot calling to generate advertising sales leads.
  • Cultivated customer relationships, resulting in increased revenue.
  • Met and exceeded monthly goals
  • Set up new accounts, established customer credit, and set up payment methods.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions at all times.
  • Supported implementation of sales training programs, improving team skills and effectiveness.

Education

High School Diploma -

Greenbush-Middle River Senior High School
Greenbush, MN
06-1991

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

BSU
Bemidji, MN

Some College (No Degree) - Insurance

Kaplan University
Davenport, IA

Skills

  • Medical Office Experience
  • Billing and collections
  • Accounts Payable
  • Billing processes
  • EHR management
  • EMR software
  • HIPAA regulations
  • Records management
  • Procedure implementation
  • Inventory management
  • Scheduling
  • Administrative Experience
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Office Management
  • Clerical
  • Payroll
  • Customer Service
  • Sales
  • B2B sales
  • Inside Sales
  • Sales management
  • Account Management
  • Salesforce
  • Training & Development
  • Recruiting
  • Recruitment and training
  • Multitasking
  • Time management
  • Decision-making
  • Critical thinking
  • Relationship management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Professional telephone etiquette
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Team leadership
  • Strong work ethic
  • Computer software proficiency
  • Computer Literacy
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Word
  • Epic
  • Intuit Quickbooks
  • Telecommunications
  • Multi-line Phone Systems
  • Hair Styling
  • Public speaking
  • Basic life support
  • Critical thinking
  • Recruitment and training
  • Professional telephone etiquette
  • Inventory maintenance
  • Computer software proficiency
  • Schedule creation
  • Time management

Certification

Notary Public

Phone

218-368-6130

Personal Information

Authorized To Work: US

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

Medical Office Manager

True North Health Care
07.2024 - Current

Associate Behavioral Health Counselor

Sanford Health
09.2022 - Current

Administrative Assistant/Cash Management

Leech Lake Band Of Ojibwe
10.2019 - 12.2021

Patient Access Representative

Sanford Health
04.2018 - 05.2019

Front Desk Office Manager

H&R Block
01.2018 - 01.2022

Sales Associate

Ravenrock Jewelry
03.2017 - 12.2018

Salesperson

American Garage Door Supply Inc
01.2013 - 01.2017

Deceased Collections Specialist

Ascension Point Recovery Services
01.2011 - 01.2012

Collections Specialist

Green Tree Servicing Llc
01.2011 - 12.2011

Inside Sales Representative

Pinnacle Publishing
01.2006 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Greenbush-Middle River Senior High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Management

BSU

Some College (No Degree) - Insurance

Kaplan University
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