Greet and assist telephone and on-site clients with inquiries and questions with respect and dignity; refer to most appropriate department/program for assistance
Answer all telephone calls in a professional manner when necessary
Accurately relays client financial responsibility to clients, collects co-pays, requests demographic/payor information, insurance card, obtains verification documentation, etc.
Accurately Verifies Eligibility by calling or using Availity and Medicaid websites
Collect on old balances on Clients accounts
Set up Payment Plans on high balances
Notify patient of Self-Pay responsibility
Update Billing Information in EMR
Review Clients accounts to assure all Financial Documents are up to date
Create, maintain, and update in Profiler files and other databases/ spreadsheets and/or other information used to track information for department, and
Provide reports on information as needed to deliver excellent patient centered service by facilitating established financial processes that enable and expedite the billing and collection of professional services.
Accountable for resolution of front-end edits, rejections, and information requests to achieve practice goals. This position interacts directly with internal and external customers of the practice.
Supervisor: MaryEllen Frey 352-594-1821 May Be Contacted
Financial Counselor
Meridian Behavioral Healthcare Inc.
Gainesville, FL
01.2017 - 05.2021
Greet and assist telephone and on-site clients with inquiries and questions with respect and dignity; refer to most appropriate department/program for assistance
Answer all telephone calls in a professional manner when necessary
Accurately relays client financial responsibility to clients, collects co-pays, requests demographic/payor information, insurance card, obtains verification documentation, etc.
Accurately Verifies Eligibility by calling or using Availity and Medicaid websites
Collect on old balances on Clients accounts
Set up Payment Plans on high balances
Notify patient of Self-Pay responsibility
Update Billing Information in EMR
Review Clients accounts to assure all Financial Documents are up to date
Updates the EMR and Tower (as applicable) as outlined and directed in the FC Work Flow Process
Works closely with front desk staff to maximize collections
Create, maintain, and update in Profiler files and other databases/ spreadsheets and/or other information used to track information for department, and provide reports on such information as needed
Conduct and monitor the preparation and distribution of Share of Cost statements
Performs other duties as required to meet program and departmental goals and objectives. Provide back up to front desk when necessary
Work in other departments/programs and verify the client’s insurance (CSU, Boys Recovery, PHP, Bridgehouse, OTP, and etc.)
Supervisor: Pamela Whitehead 352-529-7119 May Be Contacted
Direct Care Counselor
Sequel Youth and Family Services
Gainesville, FL
08.2015 - 01.2017
Provide on-going support and guidance and role modeling for youth.
Act in a professional manner at all times, performing all duties in accordance with the agency’s policies and procedures.
Report to assigned shift on-time and wait for relief to assigned position prior to leaving shift.
Perform de-escalation, conflict resolution and as last resort physical intervention in the event of youth crisis.
Provide individual, informal counseling to youth to discuss interpersonal issues, treatment issues and provide input into development of individualized goals and plans to address concerns.
Serve as key staff member for youths assigned, assuring supervision and accountability at all times.
Participate in staff training as required and successfully pass proficiency test where appropriate.
Participate in implementation of daily activity schedule and daily routine as assigned by shift supervisor.
Certified in P.A.R. training
Spend 100% of working hours in personal contact with youth.
Supervisor: Adrienne McCray: (352)665-9805 May Be Contacted
PRN Home Health Aide
North Florida Retirement Village
Gainesville, FL
06.2014 - 05.2015
Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise.
Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services; shopping for food and other household requirements; preparing and serving meals and snacks; running errands.
Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Helps patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene.
Helps family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient; advising on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping.
Records patient information by making entries in the patient journal; notifying the nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions.
Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and procedures; maintaining security precautions; following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards;
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Protects the home care agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
HR: (352)373-4032 Cari Stevens
Co-Owner/Facility Manager
Lil Doves Christian Childcare
Gainesville, FL
06.2005 - 10.2013
Oversee employee schedule, facilitate meetings, general office duties.
Resolve customer complaints
Hired and trained personnel, provide employees with guidance plans and prepare work schedules.
Taught motor skills and growth skills, provided educational skills to provide kids with the knowledge they need to move to grade school in a timely manner.
Communicated with parents about kids with updates on their child’s learning and growth.
Co-Owner: Courtney Douglas (352)301-1057 May Be Contacted
Financial Counselor at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital CampusFinancial Counselor at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus