Coordinated employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans.
Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Created presentations about human resources topics such as benefits packages or career development opportunities.
Managed recruitment processes, including posting job ads, screening applications, and coordinating interviews.
Conducted orientation sessions for new employees.
Updated job descriptions for existing positions and created new ones for open roles as needed.
Coordinated onboarding activities including orientation sessions for new employees.
Enforced HR policies and advised employees on labor regulations and company procedures.
Assisted in conflict resolution processes and acted as a liaison between employees and management.
Conducted employment verification and background investigation to facilitate hiring process.
Prepared materials and reports for compliance audits.
Conducted background checks and employment verifications for potential hires.
Created, organized, and maintained employee personnel files to keep sensitive data secure.
Processed paperwork related to grievances, performance evaluations, classifications and employee leaves of absence.
Supported recruitment with resume screening, interview scheduling and candidate job offers.
Supported the performance review process by collecting and summarizing employee evaluations.
Gathered personnel records from other departments or employees.
Supported HR projects, such as employee satisfaction surveys and exit interviews.
Prepared documentation required for workers' compensation claims or unemployment benefits applications.
Updated HR databases with employee changes in position, salary, and personal information.
Scheduled appointments, meetings and conferences with employees to discuss and mitigate personnel issues.
Filed documents, delivered mail and performed bookkeeping to facilitate office operations of HR department.
Answered phone calls, responded to emails and provided general information regarding human resources matters.
Facilitated new hire orientations and employee training sessions.
Explained company personnel policies, benefits and procedures to employees or job applicants.
Coordinated new employee onboarding with orientation scheduling and preparation.
Organized and attended hiring events and participated in job fairs to network with potential candidates.
Provided administrative support to the HR department, including document preparation and calendar management.
Compiled reports on employee performance evaluations and submitted them for review.
Cage Cashier
Tioga Downs Casino Resort
Nichols, NY
02.2024 - 07.2024
Counted and verified cash amounts at shift start and balanced funds prior to shift end or close.
Redeemed coins and tokens for cash at customer request.
Cashed out employee tips and worked with slot technicians to pay out jackpots.
Completed all gaming forms and reports and assisted customers with credit-related problems.
Maintained confidentiality of customers' transactions.
Verified accuracy of transaction reconciliations and exchange summary report.
Reconciled daily summaries of transactions to balance books.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Prior Authorization Representative
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Elmira, NY
01.2020 - 02.2024
Followed up on pending prior authorization requests to ensure timely processing.
Conducted regular audits of authorization records to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Collaborated with internal departments to provide account status updates.
Negotiated with drug manufacturers and insurance providers to obtain coverage for off-label or non-formulary medications.
Assisted healthcare providers with appeals for denied authorizations, including gathering additional information and documentation.
Developed strategies for resolving complex issues concerning benefit coverage determinations.
Collaborated with typists and executives to meet customer and writer requests.
Reviewed and processed prior authorization requests for medical procedures and medications according to established guidelines.
Conducted periodic audits of documentation submitted with prior authorization requests.
Contacted insurance carriers to obtain authorizations, notifications and pre-certifications for patients.
Monitored changes in insurance policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with prior authorization processes.
Educated healthcare providers on prior authorization requirements and insurance formulary changes.
Assisted in the development of educational materials for patients about the prior authorization process and insurance benefits.
Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure medications requiring prior authorization are processed correctly.
Educated customers about the prior authorization process including applicable deadlines.
Clarified patient inquiries and questions to update patient account information in computer system.
Maintained files for referral and insurance information, entering referrals into system.
Trained new staff on prior authorization procedures and company policies.
Performed detailed medical reviews of prior authorization request, following established criteria and protocols.
Maintained accurate records on all prior authorizations requested, received, and denied.
Utilized medical coding knowledge to accurately process and document authorization requests.
Identified reasons behind denied claims and worked closely with insurance carriers to promote resolutions.
Contacted insurance companies to obtain necessary preauthorizations needed for upcoming tests and procedures.
Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes and procedures related to prior authorizations.
Reviewed prior authorization requests for completeness and accuracy.
Analyzed trends in authorization denials and reported findings to management for quality improvement initiatives.
Provided accurate information to all parties, including patients, insurance providers, healthcare staff and office personnel by using effective written and verbal communication skills.
Applied knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements utilizing on-line eligibility systems to verify patient coverage and policy limitations.
Followed all Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA and private insurance regulations and requirements.
Input claim, prior authorization, and other important medical data into system.
Verified patient's insurance eligibility prior to appointment date for payment purposes.
Evaluated clinical information provided by providers against specific criteria set forth by health plans.
Coordinated with healthcare providers to gather necessary patient information for prior authorization requests.
Notified ordering providers of denied authorizations.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of authorization requests and outcomes in electronic health record systems.
Researched and compiled information for reports.
Coordinated resolutions for issues and appealed denied authorizations.
Researched medical policies to ensure appropriate coverage of services.
Nursing Care Partner
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
Towanda, PA
08.2017 - 01.2020
Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.