Latresa (Lynn) Giddens
Chico,Tx
Summary
Performance-driven Vice President with 30+ years of experience aligning systems with business requirements, policies and regulatory requirements. Passionate about applying excellent organization and communication skills to manage and lead teams. Results-oriented individual well-versed in interfacing and consulting on business processes to drive results based on sound overall business judgment. Forward-thinking mindset with a demonstrated track record of accomplishment
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
VP of Revenue Cycle
Wise Health System
03.2007 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Streamlined operations to maximize business efficiency and profits.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
Manager of Revenue Cycle
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
05.2005 - 03.2007
- Supported clinical team members with revenue cycle procedures and addressed issues.
- Monitored and guided revenue cycle operations.
- Identified discrepancies between budgetary targets and actual revenue and expenses.
- Assessed current revenue cycle procedures and implemented improvements to foster efficiency.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
Manager of Revenue Cycle
JPS Health Network
01.1999 - 05.2005
- Monitored and guided revenue cycle operations.
- Supported clinical team members with revenue cycle procedures and addressed issues.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Assessed current revenue cycle procedures and implemented improvements to foster efficiency.
- Completed financial reporting and analysis for billing revenue cycle.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
Independent Consultant
Lynn Giddens
10.1993 - 11.1999
- Reviewed internal systems and organized training plans to address areas in need of improvement.
- Conducted thorough reviews of operations to devise and deploy improvement strategies.
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
- Leveraged on-site observation and personal interviews to identify team and individual strengths.
- Conducted meetings with clients to determine project intent, requirements and budgets.
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
- Integrated technology and business operations to identify targeted solutions to customer issues.
- Managed multiple deadlines across several businesses to meet dynamic needs of multiple clients.
Regional Business Office Manager
Rehability Corporation
11.1989 - 10.1993
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Maximized cash flow through optimal billing and collection processes.
- Utilized company's accounting systems to review reports and prepare assessments.
- Resolved financial discrepancies and customer billing issues with timely attention.
- Implemented and maintained internal controls to protect financial assets.
- Analyzed data related to administrative costs and spending trends to prepare budgets for personnel.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to facilitate timely payments.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and develop forecasts for future financial performance.
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with banking institutions to support financial operations.
- Prepared and submitted monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements to inform decision-makers.
- Developed internal requirements and standards to minimize regulatory risks and liability across programs.
- Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
- Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits, and recordkeeping.
- Identified opportunities to streamline processes and improve office operations and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership
Oklahoma University
Norman, OK2017
Associate of Arts -
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL2005
High School Diploma -
Cleburne High School
Cleburne, TX05.1986
Skills
- Operations Oversight
- Program Oversight
- Growth Planning
- Performance Improvement
- Procedure Implementation
- Project Management
- Business Development
- Operational Leadership
- Policy Development
- Operational Management
- Revenue Generation
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
VP of Revenue Cycle
Wise Health System
03.2007 - Current
Manager of Revenue Cycle
Ut Southwestern Medical Center
05.2005 - 03.2007
Manager of Revenue Cycle
JPS Health Network
01.1999 - 05.2005
Independent Consultant
Lynn Giddens
10.1993 - 11.1999
Regional Business Office Manager
Rehability Corporation
11.1989 - 10.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Leadership
Oklahoma University
Associate of Arts -
American InterContinental University
High School Diploma -
Cleburne High School
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