Strategic and results-driven healthcare professional with over 15 years of experience in practice management and healthcare administration. Expertise in streamlining operations, driving revenue growth, and fostering high-performing teams. Proven ability to optimize workflows, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance patient satisfaction in fast-paced, multi-provider settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practice Administrator
Northwest Rheumatology Associates, P.C.
04.2024 - Current
Led a team of 32 employees, ensuring smooth daily operations across the practice.
Achieved a 15% increase in revenue through optimized scheduling, billing efficiencies, and successful client contract negotiations.
Directed provider credentialing for 6 physicians, maintaining 100% compliance with insurance and regulatory requirements.
Implemented cost-saving measures that reduced operational expenses by 10% without compromising care quality.
Oversaw budgeting for medical and office supplies, ensuring fiscal responsibility and availability of critical resources.
Streamlined patient access and improved satisfaction through enhanced workflows and feedback-driven care strategies.
Ensured regulatory compliance, including OSHA and HIPAA standards, minimizing risks and enhancing safety protocols.
Practice Manager
Rheumatology Center of Houston
07.2021 - 04.2024
Supervised 24 employees, providing leadership and development to support practice goals.
Spearheaded strategies that improved patient satisfaction scores by 20% through process enhancements.
Managed credentialing for 5 providers, ensuring seamless integration with insurance networks.
Directed payroll and budgeting via QuickBooks, maintaining accurate financial reporting and cost management.
Implemented staff training programs, resulting in a 30% improvement in employee retention.
Negotiated client contracts, securing favorable terms and driving revenue growth.
Expanded infusion therapy services, increasing practice revenue and patient access.
Practice Manager
Suzanne Bruce & Associates, PA
12.2008 - 02.2019
Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management
Oversaw fiscal operations, including accounting, budgeting, authorizing expenditures
Supervised a team of 50 office personnel
Co-created leadership program for managers and supervisors
Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance
Ordered all office supplies and inventory levels
Managed all merchandising, replenishment, and inventory decisions to drive growth
Payroll via ADP and heartland
Researched, proposed, and implemented vendor services to decrease costs to organization
Recruit, hire, and provide direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees
Managed schedules, events and travel plans for conferences, meetings
Education
High School Diploma -
Berean Christian School
Houston, TX
05.1992
Skills
Practice Operations Management
Provider Credentialing & Compliance
Budgeting & Financial Oversight
Patient Access & Satisfaction Strategies
Staff Recruitment, Training & Supervision
Benefits Administration
Policy Development & Implementation
Multi-Site Healthcare Operations
QuickBooks & Payroll Management
Marketing & Client Retention
Certification
Certified Medical Practice Manager (CMPM), Doctors Management University
Notary Public, Texas, 2021, 2025
Affiliations
American Society of Administrative Professionals, 01/01/16, Current
Association of Dermatology Administrators and Managers, 01/01/17, Current
National Organization of Rheumatology Managers, 01/01/21, Current
The American Academy of Professional Coders, 01/01/21, Current
Timeline
Practice Administrator
Northwest Rheumatology Associates, P.C.
04.2024 - Current
Practice Manager
Rheumatology Center of Houston
07.2021 - 04.2024
Practice Manager
Suzanne Bruce & Associates, PA
12.2008 - 02.2019
Certified Medical Practice Manager (CMPM), Doctors Management University
Notary Public, Texas, 2021, 2025
High School Diploma -
Berean Christian School
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