Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Work Availability
Timeline
Laura Lemmond

Laura Lemmond

Lawndale,NC
Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston S. Churchill

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IN-HOME CARE PROVIDER

Family
Lawndale, NC
04.2023 - Current

• Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
• Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
• Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
• Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
• Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
• Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
• Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.

Human Resources Manager and Payroll Specialist

TT Of Gaston, LLC Dba Gastonia Chevrolet/Buick/GMC
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Maintained over 100 personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
  • Resolved employee complaints and grievances successfully through mediation and collaboration.
  • Completed weekly and monthly commission payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
  • Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
  • Managed multi-state payroll processing and benefits to compensate for over 100 employees for service rendered.
  • Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
  • Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively reduced compliance rates by 90%.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset

Client Services Manager

Bayada Home Health Agency
07.2018 - 04.2022
  • Built client relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs, resolving problems, and following up with potential and existing clients. Increase office revenue by 50% in less than 1 year.
  • Interacted with clients on regular basis to quickly alleviate issues and provide project updates.
  • Maintained client files with schedules, records of client interactions, client notes, and other information.
  • Performed duties and provided service in accordance with established operating procedures and company policies.
  • Developed new employees and on-going performance assessment of current employees.
  • Achieved high staff morale and with 90% retention for through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
  • Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.

Lead Patient Access Specialist

CaroMont Health
12.2016 - 07.2018
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Answered multi-line incoming calls with an average answer rate of 75% for 12 lines, scheduled appointments and filed medical records.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Providing excellent customer service by promptly answering patient inquiries via phone, email and in-person.
  • Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
  • Engaged with patients to provide critical information.
  • Taught patients and families to use at-home medical equipment.

Patient Access Specialist

Atrium Healthcare System
05.2014 - 05.2017
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations, increased department goals by 50% year over year.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
  • Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
  • Obtained signatures from financial responsibility and treatment procedures from patients or guardians.
  • Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
  • Contacted insurance companies for patient medical billing operations.

PROJECT MANAGER, CLIENT SERVICES

Ridge Valley Exteriors
Monroe, NC
03.2010 - 09.2013

• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
• Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
• Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
• Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
• Investigated and processed homeowner insurance claims for policyholders. Investigated properties to determine extent of damage and estimated repair costs.
• Organized, planned and documented materials for roofing, siding and gutter claims.
• Followed up with insured individuals regarding premium and deductibles payments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Columbia Southern University, Orange Beach, AL
05.2018

Skills

Customer Relations, support, satisfaction

Human Resources Services

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Patient Health Information Access

Claims Investigations

Health Insurance Industry Knowledge

Call Center Operations

Conflict Resolution Tactics

Risk Management

Payroll and Benefits Administration

Tax Reporting

Claims Evaluations

  • Contract Negotiation

Certification

  • North Carolina, Notary Public, expires March 2025

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse

Timeline

IN-HOME CARE PROVIDER - Family
04.2023 - Current
Human Resources Manager and Payroll Specialist - TT Of Gaston, LLC Dba Gastonia Chevrolet/Buick/GMC
04.2022 - 04.2023
Client Services Manager - Bayada Home Health Agency
07.2018 - 04.2022
Lead Patient Access Specialist - CaroMont Health
12.2016 - 07.2018
Patient Access Specialist - Atrium Healthcare System
05.2014 - 05.2017
PROJECT MANAGER, CLIENT SERVICES - Ridge Valley Exteriors
03.2010 - 09.2013
Columbia Southern University - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration And Management
Laura Lemmond