Adept at driving team performance and enhancing patient satisfaction at NACC Dental Minneapolis, I leveraged strategic planning and effective communication to streamline operations and improve service delivery. My leadership resulted in significant process improvements, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Skilled in project management and staff development, I successfully mentored future leaders, optimizing both patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Dental Clinic Manager
NACC Dental Minneapolis,MN
08.2017 - 02.2024
Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Led change management initiatives to drive organizational transformation without compromising employee morale or productivity levels.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Produced charge invoices for billing
Prepared Prior Authorizations for Dentures
Prepared referrals for other offices for patient care
Patient Care Coordinator
NACC Dental Minneapolis
11.2013 - 02.2019
Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, answering questions, and ensuring patient satisfaction with their care experience at the clinic.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently scheduling appointments and managing patient flow.
Streamlined communication between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
Coordinated with insurance companies for accurate billing and claim processing, reducing errors and financial discrepancies.
Acted as a knowledgeable resource for patients seeking information about community resources and support services available to them in their healthcare journey.
Monitored patient health records for accuracy to meet compliance with healthcare guidelines.
Provided support and guidance to patients and families to navigate healthcare systems.
Reduced wait times by implementing an effective appointment reminder system for patients, minimizing no-shows and late arrivals.
Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
Delivered support to medical staff in completion of patient paperwork.
Use and application of funds received thru grants. Assess best ways to use grants to improve Dental Clinic Patient Care.
Dentrix Mastery Tracks, Clinical, Financial, Front Desk and Practice Analysis
Dental Assistant
NACC Dental Minneapolis
01.2011 - 11.2013
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Teaching methods for U of M 4th Year dental students
Knowledgeable in Centricity and competent in Dentrix
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 5 procedures daily.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
Patterson imaging
Dentrix software
Consumer Banking
Wells Fargo Inc
02.2009 - 10.2009
Customer transactions, prepare monthly audit reports, perform cash counts, balancing of machines and drawers. Resolve problems.
Education
Certificate - Dental Assistant
Rochester Community And Technical College
Rochester, MN
07.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Drafting And Estimating
Dunwoody College of Technology
Minneapolis, MN
05.2005
High School Diploma -
Faribault High School
Faribault, MN
06.2003
CPR - CPR
America Red Cross
Minneapolis, MN
07.2010 - 07.2024
Skills
Team Leadership
Time Management
Verbal and written communication
Complex Problem-Solving
Staff Training and Development
Staff Management
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Staff Development
Timeline
Dental Clinic Manager
NACC Dental Minneapolis,MN
08.2017 - 02.2024
Patient Care Coordinator
NACC Dental Minneapolis
11.2013 - 02.2019
Dental Assistant
NACC Dental Minneapolis
01.2011 - 11.2013
CPR - CPR
America Red Cross
07.2010 - 07.2024
Consumer Banking
Wells Fargo Inc
02.2009 - 10.2009
Certificate - Dental Assistant
Rochester Community And Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Architectural Drafting And Estimating
Dunwoody College of Technology
High School Diploma -
Faribault High School
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