Results-driven Healthcare Operations Professional with 15 years of leadership in patient access and revenue cycle management. Led cross-functional teams to optimize workflows, reduce registration and billing errors, and enhance patient financial experiences. Skilled in staff development, process improvement, and regulatory compliance, fostering a patient-centered service environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Access/Telecommunications Manager
Queens North Hawaii Community Hospital
Kamuela, HI
10.2015 - Current
Supervised and supported team of 16 across four operational departments, including a 24-hour emergency room registration unit.
Led front-end revenue cycle operations, achieving registration accuracy and ensuring thorough insurance verification.
Implemented targeted staff training initiatives and technology enhancements, reducing operational errors by 15-20% annually.
Enhanced denial resolution and work queue management through optimized workflows, improving accountability in process handling.
Collaborated with executive leadership, clinical teams, and administrative departments to boost operational efficiency.
Coordinated staffing, onboarding support, and employee performance management to streamline team development and efficiency.
Partnered with human resources on employee relations and policy compliance initiatives.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintained patient confidentiality standards.
Private Nanny/Activity Facilitator
Self-employed
Kamuela, HI
01.2020 - Current
Delivered childcare services for infants through school-aged children in private family and vacation settings, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
Coordinated educational, outdoor, and culturally enriching activities for visiting families to enhance their experience and engagement.
Managed daily schedules, transportation, meals, and child safety responsibilities to support smooth and organized family routines.
Deliver personalized hospitality-focused service with strong communication and cultural connection to Hawaiʻi.
Executive Assistant - Part-time
CT Property Management Services
Kamuela, Hawaii
07.2002 - 12.2020
02 – December 2020
Delivered executive-level administrative and operational support in fast-paced property management environment, ensuring seamless operations.
Coordinated calendars, reports, contracts, travel arrangements, and confidential records to optimize executive efficiency.
Facilitated employee coordination, onboarding documentation, scheduling, and vendor communications to enhance team integration.
Coordinated maintenance scheduling, inspections, budgeting support, and special projects.Served as liaison between executives, tenants, vendors, and property owners to facilitate communication and issue resolution.
Financial Counselor & Medical Biller
Dr.Lynn Lam- Womens Clinic
Kamuela, Hawaii
05.2005 - 10.2015
Counseled patients on insurance benefits, payment options, deductibles, and financial assistance programs to enhance financial understanding and support access to care.
Verified insurance eligibility and authorizations to support reimbursement accuracy and reduce claim delays.
Managed denial follow-up, appeals processing, payment posting, and account reconciliation to ensure timely reimbursement and financial accuracy.
Prepared and submitted medical claims while ensuring billing and coding compliance.
Collaborated with providers and administrative staff to resolve billing discrepancies and streamline workflows, improving overall billing efficiency.
Assisted patients with charity care applications and financial planning solutions.
Maintained HIPAA compliance while handling confidential patient information.