Highly organized and dependable candidate skilled in effectively managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Shows willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all tasks. Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of attention to detail.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Manager, Reimbursement Order Management
Cochlear Americas
05.2024 - Current
Remedied issues and conflicts among workers using negotiation and active listening.
Oversaw training and onboarding process for all newly hired employees within Reimbursement Operations.
Mentored and supported 54 department employees to create strong workplace culture.
Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
Reimbursement Order Management Supervisor
Cochlear Americas
04.2023 - 05.2024
Resolved complex customer issues by working cross-functionally with other departments to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
Evaluated team performance and provided feedback on areas requiring improvement
Developed and implemented strategies to improve region and team productivity and efficiency
Fostered a positive work environment that promoted collaboration, teamwork, ownership, accountability among employees
Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, encouraging innovation in addressing operational challenges
Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry regulations in the handling of all orders
Participated in strategic planning initiatives to align the order management team's goals with overall company objectives
Resolved conflicts between team members and addressed complaints or grievances
Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames
Trained inexperienced staff on job duties and company policies for rapid onboarding
Reviewed orders for accuracy, errors, and omissions to minimize escalations
Consulted with management to resolve complex order issues and problems to maximize customer satisfaction
Managed a team of 15 Order Management professionals, providing coaching and development opportunities for career growth
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
Demonstrated an elevated level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
Pre-Claim Reimbursement Specialist
Cochlear Americas
04.2022 - 04.2023
Performed benefit investigations for Cochlear devices with insurance companies
Created recipient accounts for order placement
Initiated Softband/SoundArc initial system orders in Oracle
Requested and analyzed required medical documents needed for insurance authorizations
Submitted authorizations to insurance companies via portals, fax, and phone
Discussed orders with clinics, audiologists, and recipients
Collected coinsurance payments and applied them to recipient orders
Collaborated with fellow team members to troubleshoot insurance and order issues
Mentored inexperienced staff members and contributed to training
Attended weekly and monthly team and region meetings
Contributed to increased team productivity by consistently meeting or exceeding individual processing goals
Surgery Scheduler
Shoreline Orthopaedics
05.2020 - 04.2022
Scheduled surgeries and acquired authorizations for five orthopedic surgeons
Scheduled pre- and post-surgery office visits
Guided patients through total-joint replacement surgeries
Generated durable medical equipment prescriptions
Operated closely with surgeons, advanced practice providers and office staff to maintain exceptional patient care
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls
Elevated patient experience by providing empathetic support throughout the entire surgical journey-from initial consultation to post-operative follow-up appointments
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing clear explanations of surgical procedures and addressing concerns promptly
Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members
Updated patient records to reflect upcoming surgeries and medical histories
Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards
Coordinated with facilities to set up surgeries for 6 orthopedic surgeons.
Answered phone calls and messages for 6 orthopedic surgeons that required scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
Office Manager, Surgery Scheduler
Urologic Consultants, P.C
08.2015 - 05.2020
Scheduled surgeries and acquired authorizations for three urologic surgeons
Scheduled procedures and obtained authorizations for third-line therapies for one urologic surgeon
Supervised and led six direct reports
Assisted in supervising 10+ reports at secondary location
Managed and signed time-off requests and timecards
Attended meetings for practice engagement with Spectrum and Metro Health Systems
Worked directly with Spectrum and Metro Health systems to obtain and release surgical blocks
Answered multi-line phone system
Managed surgeon and APP surgical issues after hours if needed
Managed patient and PCP concerns and issues
Reviewed new candidate resumes and performed interviews
Trained inexperienced staff members
Worked closely with nursing and billing staff to ensure all patient accounts were accurate and scheduled properly
Entered new patient paperwork and obtained patient records including images from various health care systems
Established team priorities, maintained schedules, and monitored performance
Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals
Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers, and contractors
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills
Physical Therapy Coordinator
Urologic Consultants, P.C
07.2014 - 08.2015
Greeted and checked patients into office for scheduled appointments
Entered patient data into medical database using MedEvolve and UroChart programs while honoring HIPAA compliance
Answered multi-line phone system
Validated patient information with insurance companies for eligibility and benefits
Cleaned and prepared physical therapy treatment rooms
Collaborated with nurses and doctors to ensure patients were provided with excellent care
Provided compassionate care while maintaining professionalism in all interactions with patients and their families
Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, resulting in increased efficiency and patient satisfaction
Office Manager
Whirlpool Corporation
04.2004 - 07.2014
Kept building stocked with necessary tools for functionality
Employee management; including ten direct reports
Executed all domestic and international shipping
Managed temporary employees and payroll
Maintained direct contact with Whirlpool Corporation Corporate Headquarters and its employees
Managed all daily building operations
Scheduled daily product deliveries to Whirlpool Corporation laboratories and docks
Ensured high employee performance through training and compliance programs
Managed and resolved employee performance issues
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills
Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly
Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills
Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database
Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers, and contractors
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions
Maintained computer and physical filing systems
Education
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
Skills
Team building
Relationship Building
Customer Service
Teamwork and Collaboration
Multitasking Abilities
Task Prioritization
Interpersonal Communication
Public Speaking
Conflict Resolution
Project Planning
Self-Directed
Department oversight
Staff management
Staff training and development
Timeline
Associate Manager, Reimbursement Order Management
Cochlear Americas
05.2024 - Current
Reimbursement Order Management Supervisor
Cochlear Americas
04.2023 - 05.2024
Pre-Claim Reimbursement Specialist
Cochlear Americas
04.2022 - 04.2023
Surgery Scheduler
Shoreline Orthopaedics
05.2020 - 04.2022
Office Manager, Surgery Scheduler
Urologic Consultants, P.C
08.2015 - 05.2020
Physical Therapy Coordinator
Urologic Consultants, P.C
07.2014 - 08.2015
Office Manager
Whirlpool Corporation
04.2004 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science -
The University of Alabama
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