Contributing to improving the accessibility and affordability of healthcare for those who need it most. With a strong focus on equity and patient-centered care, skilled in reviewing enrollment forms and processing applications to bridge the gap between patients and affordable healthcare solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Patient Navigator/Foundation Specialist
Genentech, A Member Of The Roche Group
Portland, Oregon
06.2022 - Current
Advocacy
Rotational internship worked with different therapeutic areas to deliver optimal patient outcomes and business results
Served in critical roles helping patients to navigate and understand the benefit investigation and medication acquisition process: -My first role/rotation as a Patient Navigator, supported the Neuroimmunology team to provide affordable access to medication for patients with MS (multiple sclerosis)
Second rotation as a Case Manager, supported the Ophthalmology team for accessibility to medications for patients with AMD ( retinal degeneration)
Served as the main point of contact for healthcare providers and patients during the benefit investigation process
Final rotation as a Foundation Specialist, supporting the immunology team for accessible medication to patients with RA (rheumatoid arthritis)
Approved qualifying patients for free drug assistance when patients are uninsured or underinsured
Provided direct patient contact and a wealth of hands-on experience with how the healthcare system works
Interacted directly with Healthcare providers, site of treatments, and specialty pharmacies to coordinate drug shipment for patients
Helped patients start and stay on therapy in the Genentech Patient Foundation
Educated patients on insurance and healthcare plans.
Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Ensured access to optimal care to every individual regardless of socioeconomic status to achieve equity
Provided patients with access to life-changing medications
Developed a strong network with a shared goal of creating a more equitable future for patients
Paired with a supervisor level mentor who catered to my professional development
Joined the Culture team, which catered to my personal development by allowing me to create strategies that promote health & wellness for everyone at Genentech and partner with our community
Examples include MS walk, Bike Ride, Green Genes, etc
Part of the Genentech Women Professionals (GWP) program
Created a playbook pilot to introduce a new Follow-Up process, so we can collaborate with healthcare providers to resolve issues in a timely manner, and follow up as needed, expediting patients' to acquiring vital/critical care.
Access Checkpoint Representative
Oregon Health and Science University
Portland, Oregon
01.2021 - 06.2022
Hospital Admitting or related area
Strong customer service experience and ability to demonstrate professional demeanor
Assist and greet patients while screening visitors at checkpoint stations
Provide information about visiting and inpatient visiting policies to the public
Screen patients with COVID-19 screening questions
Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems to review patient information.
Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy
Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations
Afterschool/ Day Camp Leader
Tualatin Parks and Hills Recreation Center
Beaverton, Oregon
10.2018 - 12.2020
Assist in developing, coordinating, instructing and supervising services for assigned program area
Provide program/class atmosphere that promotes and encourages inclusion and satisfaction of all participants
Ensure the safety of program participants and if necessary, provide basic first aid
Complete and submit accident/incident records and forms
Use skills like being team-oriented, creative, and enthusiastic individuals to create quality after school experiences for kids in the Beaverton area
Leadership skills in a fun and educational after school setting
Organized session wrap-up events to recognize campers' achievements
Advised camp management of camper-related issues and helped to formulate targeted resolution plans
Created interesting and educational lesson plans and implemented activities while engaging with children
Recreation leader
City Of San Ramon
06.2017 - 06.2018
Cashier
The Home Depot
05.2017 - 03.2018
Class Leader
Safari Kid
San Ramon
01.2015 - 12.2015
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Studies: Pre-Clinical Science
OHSU-PSU School of Public Health
Portland, Oregon
08.2018 - 06.2022
Skills
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSundefined
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Every day of our lives we are on the verge of making those changes that would make all the difference.
Mignon McLaughlin
Timeline
Patient Navigator/Foundation Specialist
Genentech, A Member Of The Roche Group
06.2022 - Current
Access Checkpoint Representative
Oregon Health and Science University
01.2021 - 06.2022
Afterschool/ Day Camp Leader
Tualatin Parks and Hills Recreation Center
10.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Studies: Pre-Clinical Science