Administrative professional with expertise in healthcare practices and compliance standards. Proven problem-solver and effective communicator with a positive demeanor. Proficient in EPIC, CAD, and NCIC systems, delivering results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
911 Emergency Dispatcher
Baltimore City Police Department
Baltimore, MD
06.2020 - Current
Managed multiple communication channels, including telephone lines and radio frequencies, for effective emergency coordination.
Received and documented emergency calls, supervising response prioritization for police, fire, and EMS dispatch.
Maintained knowledge of city geography to enhance resource allocation efficiency.
Entered criminal record checks and warrants into telecommunications systems to support officer requests.
Coordinated dispatcher-first responder communication to ensure seamless incident management.
Surgical Scheduler Coordinator
University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Baltimore, MD
03.2019 - 03.2020
Managed high-volume caseloads with attention to detail in scheduling and documentation.
Collaborated with insurance providers to confirm coverage and secure authorizations for surgeries.
Scheduled pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients efficiently.
Supported medical coding and billing processes to ensure accuracy.
Completed administrative patient intakes, including case histories and insurance details.
Prior Authorization Coordinator
Centene
Linthicum Heights, MD
09.2015 - 03.2019
Verified eligibility and compliance with authorization requirements for service providers.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance authorization process efficiency.
Utilized electronic health record systems for documenting and tracking authorization activities.
Completed administrative patient intakes, including case histories and mandated forms.
Prepared and distributed denial letters, outlining reasons for denial and appeal options.
Evaluated medical necessity for procedures based on established clinical guidelines.
Patient Services Coordinator
Johns Hopkins Intrastaff
Timonium, MD
02.2011 - 06.2015
Registered patients for appointments and verified demographic information for accuracy.
Coordinated scheduling for multiple healthcare providers to optimize appointment flow.
Maintained patient records while ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
Processed referrals and managed follow-up care with specialty providers.
Answered telephone inquiries to schedule appointments and address patient questions.
Managed insurance authorizations, collected co-payments, and resolved discrepancies efficiently.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations in handling confidential patient information.