Human Resources and HealthCare administrative professional with proven experience in both corporate and office environments supporting physicians, human resources, records management, payroll and employment law; excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments successfully in a fast paced and changing environment.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
02.2022 - Current
Maintain claims inventory goals by accurately processing claims for assigned workload
Processing all claim types for assigned workload, maintaining a 10 day or less turnaround time
Interpret and understand Plan Document provisions
Maintain HPS process
Maintain Zelis process
Handle subrogation cases
Work priority queue and various other claim queues within priority queue
OWNER/TRAINER/MENTOR
FIRE DRIVEN
12.2012 - Current
Coach and mentor client on both fitness and lifestyle changes that
enable clients in living a healthier, happier lifestyle
Coordinate personal workouts and
boot camps for various experience levels and ages
Conduct fitness assessments and
provide nutrition outlines
As a mentor I assist parents along with their children in helping
to get youth college ready
Provide community service and networking opportunities
Counsel and provide youth with outlets to express themselves
Director of local dance team that does outreach both locally and in the state of
Texas
Schedule and track community service hours for youth to use on college resumes
Schedule both fitness and lifestyle boot camps for clients
Network with other programs with like objectives to empower youth.
HR TEAM LEAD
WELLS FARGO, RANDSTAD
09.2020 - 02.2022
Handle incoming calls from internal team members in a call center environment
Responsible for Attendance tracking
Coaching of Team members
Answering questions on payroll, benefit plans, policies, programs and online tolls associated with human resources
Educate team members on human resources related topics.
Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
Collaborated with entire human resource department to discuss new ways to recruit top talent.
Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits and other details.
Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback and procure available information for new training processes.
Managed benefits enrollment by answering questions and aiding employees with login details.
Oversaw exit interviews and off-boarding process for resigned and terminated employees.
Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts and corporate policies.
HR MANAGER
TASHA’S TAXES
01.2019 - 05.2020
Maintains office services by organizing office operations and procedures, controlling correspondence, designing filing systems, reviewing and approving supply requisitions, and assigning and monitoring clerical functions
Answered phone lines and directed calls
Scheduled all appointments and maintained calendar
Maintained filing systems
Maintained correspondence and supply requisitions
Managed employee tasks
Payroll
Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
Supervised and mentored direct reports and developed talented HR teams.
Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
Advised executives on best practices for employee growth and productivity goals, consistently helping companies improve retention.
Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.
Recommended, initiated and finalized HR actions regarding faculty and staff position management, compensation and employment postings, hiring proposals and new hire onboarding.
Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
Created vision and goals for HR team and motivated staff to achieve excellence in customer support and core HR processes.
Implemented standardized programs and policies, driving smooth operations, employee retention and engagement.
Oversaw legal compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations in addition to compliance with company policies and procedures.
INSURANCE REPRESENTATIVE/HR Personnel
CENTENE
04.2018 - 01.2019
Handled incoming calls assisting members, doctors and medical personnel
Handled insurance claims
Asked discovery questions necessary to complete reports accurately
Handled Insurance Registration and customer accounts
Gave benefits information, comparisons and quotes
Scheduled doctors appointments
Updated doctors appointment schedules and requests
Handled third party billing
HR CORPORATE TRAINER
AETNA HEALTHCARE
04.2016 - 04.2018
Recruited, interviewed and trained new hires for clients service representatives position
Supervised all new hire teams and groomed them until passing on to new supervisors
Created the curriculum for training
Maintained and approved team work hours and time off
Handled Team Lead position as well as Quality Assurance when New Hire classes weren't being done
Screened Applicants for upcoming positions.
Coordinated with engineers and corporate leadership to identify training and development opportunities to improve safety and optimize performance.
Collected information about company objectives and employee deficiencies in order to assess training needs.
Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
Authored, updated and implemented training procedures.
Developed effective training manuals, modules and teaching aids.
Monitored employee progress and gave feedback to management and additional training requirements.
Led cross-functional training for external and internal clients and created all training materials and exams.
Reviewed effectiveness of programs and proposed updates to maximize success.
Handled onboarding background checks and drug screenings.
Provided managers with interviewing, hiring, promotion and termination standards to maintain process consistency.
Supported performance evaluation program through scoring framework development.
MEMBER SERVICE REP
LEADING EDGE PERSONNEL, FIRST HEALTH CARE
08.2015 - 03.2016
Responsible for incoming calls from clients, members and medical staff assisting with benefit eligibility, insurance claims, medical and pharmacy benefits
Performs primary care provider change requests as per requirements for
medicaid/medicare
Assists in processing claims and appeals for benefit payment
Inform medical staff of member eligibility for services rendered per benefit
plan
Processed benefit enrollment for affordable health care
ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST II
TRI, PERSONNEL, San Antonio Housing Authority
STARR
08.2014 - 01.2015
Key Responsibilities : Under direction, is responsible for performing a wide variety of professional administrative duties in support of the activities and services of an assigned department; coordinates office services and provides information and assistance to the public regarding the assigned department or division
Work is performed under established policies and office procedures with some latitude
Performs complex and confidential administrative functions including developing and
typing taped dictation or written correspondence
Prepare presentations, composes and
responds to internal and external correspondence, memos, purchase requisitions,
payment requests and other department forms and documents.
HR Executive/Administrative Assistant
LEADING Edge Personnel
09.2013 - 08.2014
Attend assignments giving by agency in various administrative environments
Responsibilities range from recruiting, training, office communications, phone calls, benefits and scheduling
Team Lead for non profit organization Eastside Promise
Recruiting, training, payroll and handled front office duties
Benefits Intake specialist for Community First
Answered calls regarding benefits and ICD-9 coding
Insurance scheduler for Wellmed
Called clients and scheduled them for required testing under the Medicare guidelines.
Updated spreadsheets and created presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
Documented and distributed meeting notes to identify, analyze and improve workflows.
PATIENT CARE SECRETARY
VITAS HOSPICE
06.2009 - 04.2012
Administrative coordinator in charge of a team of Healthcare workers ranging from Physician, Clergy, Social Worker and CNA’s
Managed scheduling for team and all Office communications
Responsible for all Office logistics through the use of their interoffice system and Microsoft Outlook
Coordinator over all direct patient support responsible for registration, code of compliance, medical records, Medicare/Medicaid compliance, creating patient charts and input of all information into system for electronic filing for auditing purposes
Answered all phone calls and screened accordingly for Healthcare staff
Scheduled visits and relayed patient/family request to appropriate staff member
Handled all Customer Service issues and resolved concerns of patients, families and clients which consisted of Nursing Homes, Rehabilitation Centers, and Hospitals
Ordered all supplies and equipment requests of clients
Dispatched all pharmacy requests to
appropriate staff
Organized and kept record of all required training for staff including certifications and licensing
Organized all meetings for team ranging from the agenda, attendees and ordering any special request (i.e
Food, learning material, requested records from Physicians)
Kept Physicians informed of all deadlines and code of compliances that need to be met
(i.e
Benefits requirements, Medicare and Medicaid)
PATIENT SERVICES COORDINATOR
Pediatrix
04.2008 - 01.2009
Administrative coordinator in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment for a team of physicians, healthcare consultants and nursing staff; managed patient scheduling, office logistics through Microsoft Outlook and use of interoffice systems
Project coordinator over direct patient support responsible for new patient care packages, medical records, creating patient charts and electronic filing in compliance with auditing procedures
Supported Accounts Receivable with daily auditing and money management log for each physician; handled updates of insurance price adjustments and daily bank deposits
Updated and maintained the inter-office calendar, staff information log and physician information
Collaborated with the Office Manager to maintain and order office supplies
Performed general clerical duties and backup to office receptionist assisting in photocopying, faxing, mail distribution and filing.
Registrar and Office Coordinator
Methodist Healthcare
07.2006 - 01.2008
Administrative support to the Director of Bariatric and Outpatient Medicine;
responsible for the daily office operations including staff communications, records management and
equipment maintenance
Human resources liaison for the office registrar department and managed employee time reporting, scheduling and benefits
Managed doctor’s and nurse manager’s scheduling, training meetings and customer service concerns
Oversaw office financials for direct medical group ensuring accuracy and end-of-day batches to
hospital finance
Conducted new hire training on patient care, scheduling and insurance procedures
Vendor relations coordinator for all new and existing vendors
Inter-departmental communications link ensuring excellent and consistent patient care
Responsible for patient pre-qualifications and insurance verifications.
Human Resources Senior Records Clerk and Payroll Agent
AT&T/SBC Services
02.1999 - 05.2006
Supported internal customers within the AT&T corporation; responsible for the
day-to-day service and administration, analysis and support for a wide scope of benefits services, taxes and payroll administration coordinating and processing a high volume of data input
Reported to the HR
Generalist and Payroll Contact Manager
Administer policies, procedures, and programs to comply with corporate policies related to employee relations and/or employment
Efficiently and accurately ensure that the Human Resources department and essential duties were maintained and in conformance with AT&T’s high quality of performance standards
Processed internal forms i.e
Hiring, separation, wage increase, promotion using Sap Gui, Legacy, Span and E-Link systems
Handled payroll inquiries via phone and paper requests; correcting errors and producing off-cycle reprints
Administered team member morale survey on a monthly basis; assisted in the coordination of monthly team member appreciation functions
Worked in a highly confidential environment and maintained confidentiality of all payroll and Human Resources information.
Customer Care Representative
Citigroup Inc
02.1998 - 02.1999
Incoming customer service specialist within a fast paced, high volume call center;
responsible for Citibank customer base providing product education, updated and maintained customer
information and helped retain customers by identification of problem areas and offering immediate resolve
Answer customer inquiries and complaints concerning services, products and billing with highest degree of courtesy and professionalism
Meet quantity and quality goals as assigned to include daily inbound quotas as assigned
Continually maintain working knowledge of company products, service and promotions
Payments and update customer information.
DEGREE BENEFITS, HR LEAD BENEFIT CLAIMS EXAMINER
01.1990
Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
Gathered and organized printed materials required for program participation.
Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
Collaborated with claims department and industry anti-fraud organizations to resolve claims.
Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims.
Handled complaints and grievances using negotiating and problem-solving skills.
Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
Interviewed claimants and witnesses to gather factual information.
Conducted workplace compliance training to reduce liability risks and operate effectively.
Contributed to annual performance appraisals by working with supervisors to achieve consistency and compliance with established procedures.
Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes and talent management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Judson High School
San Antonio, TX
05.1990
Skills
HRIS & Payroll Systems Experience:
Sap Gui, Legacy, Span, E-Link Systems, QicLink System, and VBA System