Experienced and dependable medical professional with a strong interest in utilizing skills in roles such as physician reviewer, utilization management, and medical school teaching through technology. Committed to implementing consistent and organized practices to ensure efficient resource utilization for patients and hospital systems. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges.
With 14 years of experience in healthcare, developed an excellent reputation for problem-solving and improving the patient experience, as reflected in impressive 88% Press Ganey scores. Worked in hospital, subacute rehabilitation, and ambulatory settings, excelling in discharge care planning and referral management. Active board member in MPP (McLaren Physician Partners), overseeing utilization review and effective revenue management of per beneficiary in outpatient practice.
Holds licenses in Michigan, Ohio, and Kansas (inactive license), planning on obtaining licenses in Illinois, Tennessee, and Arizona going forward if needed. Currently employed at McLaren in Lansing, providing care at a clinical practice. Passion lies in quality control/healthcare utilization within ambulatory and inpatient settings, eager to grow and learn in this aspect. Seeking opportunities to work remotely for up to 20 hours per week, excited to contribute expertise to this area.
Patient care: Providing care for Ambulatory patients and Short term Rehabilitation patients in SNIF, including diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of care
Communication: Communicating with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals
Coordination: Coordinating care between different doctors, nurses, and other staff
Education: Educating patients and their families, and answering their questions
Discharge planning: Planning for patients' discharge from the SNIF including writing discharge summaries and referring patients to other professionals
Quality improvement: Participating in projects to improve patient care, efficiency, and infection control through MPP - Mclaren Physician partners and QIO programs.
Training: Training or supervising medical students, Nurse practioners and APP providers.
Continuous education: Participating in continuing education activities to maintain and improve knowledge and skills
ABFM certification
ACPA member
ACPA certification- upcoming
MPP and clinical Quality team, Mclaren
ABQUARP certification- upcoming
ABFM certification
ACPA member
ACPA certification- upcoming
MPP and clinical Quality team, Mclaren
ABQUARP certification- upcoming