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Michelle East

Summary

Driven, detail-oriented professional seeking to secure a challenging position in a reputable organization which demands the right attitude to work, where I can expand my learnings, knowledge, and skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Compliance & Development Specialist

Jim Taliaferro Community Mental Health Center
08.2023 - Current
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
  • Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.

MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN/PRSS/

Jim Taliaferro Community Mental Health Center
10.2021 - Current
  • Supervise, promote healthy coping habits and care for consumers in an Inpatient mental health facility
  • Provide empathy and understanding to those consumers
  • Maintain vigilant security and routine checks with attention to detail
  • De-Escalate hostile situations with verbal communication and/or physical restraint
  • Experience working on the mobile crisis response team which involves responding to crisis situations in the community
  • Experience in training new employees on policies and procedures.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Promoted a safe, therapeutic environment by enforcing facility policies and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.

AUTHORIZED COLLECTOR- D&D VENDING

D & D Vending INC.
09.2020 - 10.2021
  • Collected and entrusted with large amounts of monetary donations for Ronald McDonald house charities in 4 different states.
  • Collects all vending machine (VM) coins/monies
  • Performs basic repair and maintenance on VM and donation containers in the field to include testing of coin mechanism, cleaning exterior surfaces and replacement of missing or damaged mechanisms
  • Coordinates and conducts move of VM an/or new replacement of machines and donation containers with the appropriate District Manager
  • Provide comprehensive Monthly Workload and Performance Reports
  • Resolved disputes quickly through careful investigation and appropriate action, preserving customer relationships while protecting company interests.
  • Entered client details and notes into system for interdepartmental access and review.
  • Performs other Duties assigned

HEALTH INFORMATION SPECIALIST

COMANCHE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Collaborate with collectors, Medical billing, and Finance Department to obtain and verify account histories and case sensitive documentation forwarded to the legal department for implementation of suit filings
  • Prepare patient records for uncompensated care and bad debt write off
  • Review patient records to ensure that all levels of legal and medical information provided meet HIPAA guidelines
  • Handle insurance correspondence specifically including Federal Health Insurance programs such as Tricare, Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans Administration, and secondary supplemental policies
  • Research patient issues and provide patient with necessary explanation while maintaining confidentiality of patient
  • Maintain records of all daily, weekly, monthly and yearly reports.

Office Manager

J&M EAST ENTERPRISES
11.2013 - 02.2020
  • Maintain all office correspondence
  • Communicate on phone, email or fax with clients, vendors, employees, and Supervisors
  • Induct new employees, give them training, explain to new recruits about their job responsibilities
  • Data entry in the office computer system
  • Maintain all office equipment
  • Submit invoices by electronic data interchange
  • Update customer files with issued invoices
  • Update clients' accounts with payments received.
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.

Education

01.2022

01.2022

01.2016

01.2001

01.1999

01.1987

Skills

  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Reliable and Dependable
  • Data Collection
  • Data Entry
  • Partnership Building
  • Quality Control
  • Attention to Detail
  • Employee Interviewing
  • Orientation and Onboarding
  • Class Scheduling
  • Program Monitoring and Tracking

References

  • Crystal Leonhart 580-4674041
  • Corri Polzien, 580-786-9609
  • Valerie Macias 580-647-0521

Timeline

Clinical Compliance & Development Specialist

Jim Taliaferro Community Mental Health Center
08.2023 - Current

MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN/PRSS/

Jim Taliaferro Community Mental Health Center
10.2021 - Current

AUTHORIZED COLLECTOR- D&D VENDING

D & D Vending INC.
09.2020 - 10.2021

HEALTH INFORMATION SPECIALIST

COMANCHE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.2020 - 05.2020

Office Manager

J&M EAST ENTERPRISES
11.2013 - 02.2020

Michelle East