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Jennifer McDufford

Jennifer McDufford

Dayton

Summary

Multi-talented, analytical professional with extensive experience and advanced training in a multitude of aspects in business administration, regulatory and compliance, project leadership, and global supply chain management. Specialized background in cross-functional financial and healthcare operations, new client onboarding, dashboard reporting and analytics; driving sound decisions while establishing standard policies and procedures that improve processes while driving organizational excellence. Thorough team contributor with versatile skillset, dedicated lifelong learner, natural curiosity and a vision to see the big picture.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Compliance Analyst

Premier Health
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Responsible for providing support and analysis for the auditing and monitoring of home health and behavioral health procedures as well as further developing and implementing policies/procedures developed as a result of ongoing compliance, privacy and security initiatives.
  • Researched federal and state rules and regulations, as well as internal company policies for business analysis.
  • Conducted initial compliance probe audits and reported findings while making improvement recommendations to ensure adherence with regulatory standards.
  • Developed and implemented internal control procedures, enhancing operational effectiveness.
  • Analyzed data trends to ensure accuracy in reporting and compliance documentation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from regulators or other stakeholders regarding company practices, demonstrating transparency and commitment to ethical conduct at all times.

Quality Improvement Analyst

Premier Health
12.2022 - 09.2023
  • Responsible for data mining, organizing, analyzing, and reporting complex data to support clinical and administrative strategies to reduce variation while improving the quality of substance abuse patient outcomes.
  • Analyzed complex data sets to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards including CARF and OHMAS.
  • Overseen quality metrics dashboard reporting for key stakeholders, enhancing visibility of operational performance and enhancing customer satisfaction rates.
  • Performed chart audits and monitored EHR (electronic health record) activities, presenting findings to executive leadership, influencing key organizational strategies and outcomes.

Government Contractor, Business Operations Analyst

Peerless Technologies
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Supported AFWERX Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program Office through development of process flows, drafting and execution of standard operating procedures as it related to Air Force/Space Force Topic Research and Development.
  • Managed communications between government and industry for the SBIR/STTR program.
  • Coordinated documentation and reporting for Phase I and Phase II program management.
  • Assisted with onboarding of new AF Ventures Phase I/II companies onto various program platforms.

Sr. Specialist, Fraud Policy & Surveillance

Synchrony Financial
12.2014 - 03.2019
  • Coordinated specialized policy and new client projects with the goal of improving outcomes and profitability.
  • Assessed new client build potential by completing detailed analysis engaging with cross-functional teams.
  • Managed various projects in areas of training, risk assessment, business requirements, and policy controls.
  • Gathered client portfolio requirements and executed scripts for testing and validation of bank authorization strategies.
  • Supported department leadership in new client implementations, managing complex projects from inception to completion.
  • Spearheaded adoption of cutting-edge technologies, keeping company at forefront of industry advancements.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading by example and encouraging innovation at all levels.

Quality Control Specialist

Synchrony Financial
12.2013 - 12.2014
  • Spearheaded quality control and process monitoring initiatives, reviewing client calls against key performance indicators and core metrics. Standardized workflow and coached associates on policies and procedures.
  • Audited a variety of business initiatives against Service Level Assurance quality metrics.
  • Established plans for continuous process improvement after extensive critical analysis.
  • Enhanced organizational results after developing and launching calibration sessions to review data, strategize quality control methodologies, and partner with internal stakeholders.

Fraud Detections and Claims Investigator

Synchrony Financial
05.2009 - 12.2013
  • Analyzed claim documentation for accuracy and consistency, identifying discrepancies and recommending resolutions.
  • Investigated complex claims to determine validity and ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates by providing clear explanations of claim decisions and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Contributed positively to company reputation by consistently upholding ethical standards throughout each step of the investigative process.
  • Collaborated with federal agencies on investigations to provide information pertaining to criminal proceedings.
  • Technical writing including SARs (Suspicious Activity Reports) and bankruptcy documents for government filing.

Customer Care Representative

Synchrony Financial
07.2002 - 04.2012
  • Managed high-volume calls while maintaining accuracy in servicing and issue resolution.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Conducted comprehensive research on areas of need to champion continuous improvement, communicating complex issues with global stakeholders across the enterprise.
  • Trained team members on effective communication techniques to improve service delivery.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve service delivery efficiency.
  • Led initiatives to reduce response times, improving overall operational efficiency in customer support workflows.
  • Built rapport with customers through active listening and empathetic responses, fostering positive relationships.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Keller Graduate School of Management
Columbus, OH
01.2020

Bachelor of Business Administration - Global Supply Chain Management

DeVry University
Columbus, OH
01.2019

Associate of Science - Digital Communications and Multimedia

Kaplan University
Dayton, OH
01.2005

Skills

  • Service excellence
  • Continuous quality improvement
  • Process optimization management
  • Project management
  • Professional writing
  • Critical thinking
  • Data analysis
  • Technical support
  • Information gathering

Timeline

Compliance Analyst

Premier Health
10.2023 - 01.2025

Quality Improvement Analyst

Premier Health
12.2022 - 09.2023

Government Contractor, Business Operations Analyst

Peerless Technologies
11.2021 - 06.2022

Sr. Specialist, Fraud Policy & Surveillance

Synchrony Financial
12.2014 - 03.2019

Quality Control Specialist

Synchrony Financial
12.2013 - 12.2014

Fraud Detections and Claims Investigator

Synchrony Financial
05.2009 - 12.2013

Customer Care Representative

Synchrony Financial
07.2002 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Business Administration - Global Supply Chain Management

DeVry University

Associate of Science - Digital Communications and Multimedia

Kaplan University

Master of Business Administration -

Keller Graduate School of Management