To obtain a challenging position by bringing organization, enthusiasm, emotional intelligence, responsibility, and good work ethic; combined with a desire to utilize my skills obtained through experience in the areas below.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Access Manager
Conifer Health Solutions
Detroit, Michigan
05.2024 - Current
Assists in preparation for both short- and long-range planning recommendations for all Registration Process areas including: pre-service and point-of-service financial clearance activities and Patient Access functions
Actively practice budget/cost management
Develop and implement action plans as identified
Manages all operational metrics to ensure the department meets client and Conifer goals including, but not limited to Service Level Agreements and budgetary guidelines
Consistently manages staffing activities in areas of responsibility
This includes documentation and identification of needs, selection of staff, wage/salary activities, orientation, and training
Grow/Mentor supervisors and ensure staff engagement and commitment to strategy, mission, and goals
Communicate proactively and positively with direct supervisor to ensure personal growth in knowledge and skill set
Enforces departmental policies, practices, procedures, and work rules in accordance with approved hospital policies and assists in the development of new policies according to hospital and corporate guidelines
Consistently communicates appropriate information to staff and provides feedback to Director and CFO
Communicates deficits and problems to supervisor with recommended solutions for improvements
Manager- Department of Ophthalmology
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan
10.2019 - 05.2024
Assists in the implementation of department and health system initiatives including best practices, patient access, best patient experiences and a culture of safety
Performs personnel functions including interviewing, hiring, performance appraisals and disciplinary action as necessary
With the direction and partnership of a director and/or physician leadership, is responsible for support staff, advanced practice provider and senior staff
Assists with implementing plans and processes to improve engagement and professional development for all staff, as indicated by performance metrics
Manages daily operations of workgroup including patient care flow, business office functions, and staffing
Responsible for oversight and process improvements of the patient care experience via optimal utilization of people, processes and technology to exceed patient expectations as reflected by performance metrics
Collaborate daily with the Department of Business Operations; Contact Center, Referring Physician Office and Primary Care in order to ensure a high reliable experience for each patient
Performs other duties as assigned
Subject Matter Expert-International Initiatives
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, MI
10.2018 - 02.2020
Ambulatory Registration Subject Matter Expert
Invited and led by Dr. Mossallam-V.P. & Medical Director of International, Initiatives, HFH
Morris Blake- Project Director of International Initiatives, HFH
Regional Manager- Department of Business Operations
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan
07.2017 - 10.2019
Provides overall leadership and administration of clinics’ non-clinical operations for multiple locations within a geographic region
Monitors Business Operations Supervisors and supports in human resource management, liaison role with internal customers, and data analysis
Responsible for all aspects of performance management inclusive of performance evaluations, corrective action documentation and execution, completion by staff of mandatory training, staff growth and development
Serves as a liaison to Service Line Directors and Site Directors to provide information, share goals and resolve problems
Ensures Business Operations is meeting Service Level Agreement
Interviews and selects applicants; on-boards new hires
Monitors Press Ganey scores for patient satisfaction indicators and manages accordingly
Reinforces training to increase First Time Registration Quality for an accurate and complete registration
Actively involved in daily problem solving, workload balancing, resolving workflow obstacles and interacting with dissatisfied patients
Analyzes performance data and reviews with the team
Creates performance improvement plans, when necessary, based on data review
Creates optimal department functionality using data-driven management
Reports department performance and performance improvement plans to local leadership
Cultivates strong positive partnerships with Clinic Leadership, Service Line Directors and Site Directors
Works with Director and Supervisors of Business Operations and Clinic Leadership to implement system initiatives and continuously examines and improves business processes
Assists in developing departmental budgets
Develops and manages implementation steps and procedures for policies
Compiles data for and prepares regularly scheduled or special reports, analyses and statements
Oversees telephone and computer functionality, provides hands-on technical support, training for team and key contact for IT team to address and resolve related issues
Total oversight of 25 ambulatory clinics; 2 ambulatory Emergency Departments
Supervisor- Department of Business Operations
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan
09.2015 - 07.2017
Responsible for performance management, including but not limited to performance evaluations, training, staff growth, interview and on-board new hires along with proper development
Oversees day to day front desk operations for four Ophthalmology Medical Group clinics
Works with regional managers along with clinical/nonclinical staff to advance and execute new processes, along with maintaining professional growth and relationships
Compiles data weekly for reporting purposes
Analyzes performance data and review with staff; creating an improvement plan, when necessary, based on assessment
Explore and responds to inquires
Ensures that each patient receives optimal and efficient customer service through Business Operations employees who mirror Henry Ford’s Service Excellence Motto
Dynamically involved in daily problem-solving
Actively monitor Press Ganey scores to improve relationships with our patients
Completes payroll bi-weekly for 14 direct reports
Assists in providing support to fellow cohorts within all four regions of the Department of Business Operations
Supervisor – Contact Center
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan
02.2014 - 09.2015
Ensures productivity and quality metrics are met and/or exceeded
Oversees daily operations of call center towards achievement of successful call outcomes, organizational goals and initiatives
Oversees all activities related to the call center workforce management, including systems and processes, ensures compliance with established benchmarks and standards
Evaluates various statistical and financial reports to identify utilization trends and recommends operational improvements
Administers and distributes reports for compliance, regulatory and research purposes
Researches and responds to inquiries
Identifies and analyzes performance trends, recommends and implements process improvements
Collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure optimal scheduling to meet contractual and departmental obligations and achievement of key performance indicators
Completes payroll bi-weekly for 16-18 direct reports
Contact Center Advocate
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan
07.2012 - 02.2014
Performs administrative support for Behavioral Health Department inclusive of multiple locations
Initiates new patient registration, updates existing registration and insurance verification
Responsive to call center inquiries and prescription requests for mental health and substance abuse
Education
Master of Business Administration - Health Care Leadership
Cleary University
Howell, Michigan
05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Wayne State University
Detroit, Michigan
12.2011
Skills
Windows
Microsoft Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Epic Medical Record System
Effective written and verbal communication
Healthcare knowledge
HIPAA Compliance
Strong leadership
Appointment Scheduling
Effective problem solving
Program development participation
References
Morris Blake, Project Director of International Initiatives, Henry Ford Health, One Ford Place, 4A, Detroit, MI, 48202, (734) 231.4272, Mblake1@hfhs.org
Denise Z. Fair Razo, Chief Public Health Officer, City of Detroit, 2 Woodward Ave, Suite 1126, Detroit, MI, 48226, (734) 223-9435
Michele Jackson, Vice President of Primary Care & Medical Centers, Henry Ford Health, 3031 W. Grand Boulevard, 7th Floor, Detroit, MI, 48202, (313) 916.3151, Maarons1@hfhs.org
Dr. Usamah Mossallam, VP. & Medical Director of International Initiatives, Henry Ford Health, One Ford Place; 4A, Detroit, MI, 48202, (313) 850.5282, Umossal1@hfhs.org
Dr. Lily Van Laere, Ophthalmologist; Physician in Charge, Henry Ford Medical Group, 29350 Southfield Road, Southfield, MI, 48076, (248) 885.0950, Lvanlae1@hfhs.org
Linda V. Parker, Federal Judge, Eastern District of Michigan, 600 Church Street, Room 102, Flint, MI, 48502, (313) 590-4922
Timeline
Patient Access Manager
Conifer Health Solutions
05.2024 - Current
Manager- Department of Ophthalmology
Henry Ford Health
10.2019 - 05.2024
Subject Matter Expert-International Initiatives
Henry Ford Health
10.2018 - 02.2020
Regional Manager- Department of Business Operations
Henry Ford Health
07.2017 - 10.2019
Supervisor- Department of Business Operations
Henry Ford Health
09.2015 - 07.2017
Supervisor – Contact Center
Henry Ford Health
02.2014 - 09.2015
Contact Center Advocate
Henry Ford Health
07.2012 - 02.2014
Master of Business Administration - Health Care Leadership