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Liset Leal

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with strong background in utilization review and care coordination. Proven ability to assess medical necessity, optimize resource use, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting to changing needs efficiently. Highly skilled in clinical guideline adherence, patient advocacy, and effective communication.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Utilization Review Coordinator

Riverside Medical Clinic
04.2024 - Current

Served as a trusted resource for clinical staff seeking guidance on appropriate levels of care, alternate treatment options, or clarification on insurance coverage requirements.

  • Evaluated medical necessity criteria using evidence-based guidelines to ensure that services provided were both clinically appropriate and cost effective.
  • Provided ongoing education to clinical staff on the importance of proper documentation for optimal reimbursement and compliance with regulations.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple medical conditions, coordinating care among various specialists while adhering to strict timelines for decision making.
  • Obtained authorizations from multiple insurance carriers for various levels of care.
  • Maintained confidentiality and security of patient data, adhering to all relevant privacy laws and regulations.
  • Devise or identify solutions for irregular requests and issues.
  • Supported positive working relationships between physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals through clear communication and collaboration on patient-centered goals.

Patient Engagement

Riverside Medical Clinic
12.2022 - 04.2024
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with Spanish-language inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complex inquiries in both English and Spanish languages.
  • Met all call quality standards and daily quotas for first-call resolution.
  • Collaborated with other departments as needed to resolve customer issues that required cross-functional support or expertise.
  • Managed approximately 100 incoming calls on daily basis

Receptionist

Talco Plastic Inc.
07.2018 - 03.2019
  • Answer and screen incoming calls from patients, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally
  • Schedule various medical tests and procedures efficiently, ensuring optimal use of resources and patient convenience
  • Manage prescription refills process, coordinating with healthcare providers and pharmacies to facilitate timely medication renewal
  • Arrange patient appointments, accommodating their preferences and maintaining an organized schedule
  • Provide clear instructions to patients regarding medical tests, ensuring proper preparation and understanding of procedures
  • Exceed monthly call goals by effectively managing call volume and maintaining high-quality interactions
  • Verify patient insurance coverage accurately and inform patients of their financial responsibilities
  • Communicate empathetically with clinic patients, addressing their needs and concerns with compassion and efficiency
  • Coordinate pre- and post-operative schedules, ensuring patients are prepared for procedures and receive necessary follow-up care
  • Achievements:
  • Consistently exceeded monthly call goals by managing call volume, demonstrating exceptional communication and time management skills
  • Established efficient scheduling processes for medical tests and appointments, enhancing patient satisfaction and optimizing clinic resources
  • Successfully navigated insurance verification procedures, reducing billing errors and ensuring seamless payment processing
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments
  • Answered and directed incoming calls using a multi-line telephone system
  • Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules
  • Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day
  • Entered data in Traverse software to keep records of plastic inventory
  • Screened and verified visitors for identification credentials and purpose of visit to maintain security of personnel and office environment
  • Assisted three visitors per afternoon by directing appropriate personnel
  • Checked announcements and new policy documents for proper formatting, grammar, Spanish translation and spelling using Microsoft Word
  • Answered phone calls, provided information to callers and connected callers to appropriate people

Legal Receptionist

Law Office of Michael J. La Cilento
08.2017 - 07.2018
  • Photocopied correspondence, documents and other printed materials
  • Assisted in maintaining department attorney personnel files with utmost confidentiality
  • Acted as liaison between clients, vendors and attorneys
  • Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations

Assistant Manager

Uroko / Chaya
03.2014 - 07.2017
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity
  • Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on leadership
  • Directed and led employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency
  • Collaborated with the store manager to develop strategies for achieving sales and profit goals
  • Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands
  • Initiated inventory control measures to manage and replenish stock, maintain cost levels and meet customer demand
  • Implemented training processes for newly hired employees and supervised department managers, shift leads and production personnel

Education

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Riverside, CA
06.2013

Skills

Statement issuing

  • Billing dispute resolution
  • Credit and collections
  • Multi-line telephone skills
  • Recordkeeping and bookkeeping
  • Data entry
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Insurance verification
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Medical terminology
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Utilization Review Coordinator

Riverside Medical Clinic
04.2024 - Current

Patient Engagement

Riverside Medical Clinic
12.2022 - 04.2024

Receptionist

Talco Plastic Inc.
07.2018 - 03.2019

Legal Receptionist

Law Office of Michael J. La Cilento
08.2017 - 07.2018

Assistant Manager

Uroko / Chaya
03.2014 - 07.2017

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Liset Leal