Experienced HR professional with a strong background in employee relations, recruitment, and talent management. Proven success in implementing effective HR strategies aligned with organizational objectives. Recognized for collaborative team approach and ability to adapt to evolving business requirements. Skilled in conflict resolution and performance management, consistently achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. HR Coordinator
Johns Hopkins University
11.2024 - Current
Responsible for day-to-day implementation of the recruitment and hiring process, from initiation to onboarding
Develops and reviews job descriptions with supervisors, managers, and faculty
Suggests changes based on understanding of area and need
Submits position requests through the required divisional review and approval workflow
Monitors the status of recruitment activity using JHU’s applicant tracking system
Oversees and optimizes the candidate's experience throughout the interviewing and onboarding processes
Tracks and reports on key recruitment metrics and outcomes, e.g
Time-to-fill, source of hire, and applicant feedback, etc
Provides regular updates to hiring managers and BSPH leadership on the status of open positions and recruitment activities
Upon financial approval, submit requisition to JHU Jobs and ensure accurate posting
Collaborates with Talent Acquisition to arrange and host preliminary candidate interviews and facilitate the hiring process
Support on-boarding and orientation activities for all new hires, faculty and post docs
Participates in creating, developing and delivering department/divisional orientations
Facilitates general human resources questions for the department and escalates concerns or more complex inquiries to HRBP
Provides guidance and makes recommendations on appropriate starting salaries and promotional salaries for faculty and staff to ensure equity, in collaboration with the HR-Compensation team
Completes time sensitive transactional and operational activities, data entry and payroll submission
Supports departmental review and approval process related to time off, E210 management, overtime payments, timely terminations and transaction processing and other payroll and leave related logistics
Ensure payroll system and new hire data accuracy
Runs monthly transaction, payroll, and staff reports to review for accuracy, provides reports to leaders and assists with budget data
Assist and advises employees on tax information, sick time, vacation time, holidays, leave of absence, family medical leave, payroll, tuition reimbursement, flexible fringe benefits, deductions, etc
Responsible for coordinating initial departmental efforts related to staff that require Family Medical Leave (FMLA) and Short-Term Disability (STD Parental leave and Birth Recovery Leave
Will work with divisional administration, supervisors, and SOM and JHHS HR representatives on submission of paperwork related to this area
Works with departmental HR, administrative and finance leaders to coordinate the annual performance review process
Use guidelines to determine annual increases and communicate changes to staff
Triages employee relations concerns or HR cases
Support departmental leaders with general employee relations needs, including gathering information to support investigations, performance improvement challenges and all related employee management efforts
Responsible employee reporting and related investigative resources
Coordinates visa process for international faculty, fellows, and staff
Resolves Visa and credentialing issues
Provides general HR guidance to managers and staff within the department or designated area of responsibility
Conduct exit interviews for terminating or transferring employees
Performs other related duties as requested
Clinic Supervisor
Johns Hopkins University
07.2022 - 11.2024
Managed the daily administrative oversite of busy Orthopedic Clinic
Scheduled patients for laboratory tests, medical examinations, and consultations
Interviewed patients and or family members to obtain accurate pre-registration information and to confirm appointments
Verified and entered pre-registration and insurance information into the computer system and prepares daily printed schedules for designated areas
Obtained pre-certifications as required by patients’ health care insurers or managed care providers
Registered patients for clinical appointments using computerized database
Reviewed and updated provider’s clinical protocols and standardized work practices as needed
Supervised Medical Office Staff
Assist with hire/fire/disciplinary authority
Served as the back to Medical Office Coordinators and Clinical Coordinators when needed with answering phones, scheduling appointments, and surgery
Informed patients of costs of care being provided, and guided them to appropriate resources for further information, guidance, or assistance
Coordinated the interview and process for applicants
Maintained a continuous working knowledge of clinical practices and organizational systems, and serves as a subject matter expert to Administrators, Faculty, Staff and Patients
Served as the primary trainer of newly hired Medical Office Staff and coordinates ongoing training of support staff to ensure compliance and consistency
In partnership with faculty and divisional business service analysts managed staff productivity and performance
Maintained staff time and attendance to include monitoring of E210 system and overtime, staff team coverage and communication
Assisted in the development and implementation of office policies and procedures for the support staff
Served as a subject matter expert and communicator of the formal and informal departmental goals, standards, policies and procedures which may include some familiarity of other departments within the school/division
On a regular and continuous basis, exercised good judgment and assumed responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results having an impact on people, costs, and/or quality of service within the functional area
Prepared and reports of department statistics such as but not limited to physician utilization, support staff productivity matrix, and registrations data analysis
Maintained EPIC Super-User rights with the access to create and edit provider templates
Assisted patients, patient families, referring physicians and third-party carriers to resolve patient related issues
Served as the initial contact to receive patient complaints, investigate the complaint and provide resolutions options and training to staff members
Ordered clinic supplies such medication, casting materials and general office products
Ensures that all staff licenses and certifications are up to date
Assists the Clinical Nurse Manager with other duties as assigned
Lab Support Assistant II
University of Maryland, BWMC
01.2023 - Current
Evaluates results and specimen integrity based on department and testing guidelines
Ensures specimens are adequate for testing: volume, hemolysis; correct collection tube, etc
Processes Add-On testing according to departmental procedures
Reviews patient’s registrations for accuracy
Resolves specimen problems such as incorrect labeling, different name on the requisition
Identifies where the origin of specimens and documents all information for quality assurance purposes
Answers telephones and responds to customer inquiries and requests
Solves complaints/issues and follows through with appropriate documentation
Troubleshoots and solves instrument problems
Maintains accurate patient identification and information for billing purposes following departmental procedures
Receives, processes and arranges delivery of specimens according to departmental procedures
Acts as the expeditor for specimen management
Coordinates specimen and order processing and ensures specimens are processed and delivered to the testing or problem-solving areas in a timely manner
Lead Sr. Medical Office Coordinator
Johns Hopkins University
09.2016 - 06.2022
Coordinated day-to-day activities of a multi-faceted complex surgical practice to ensure an efficiently functioning office and an exceptional patient experience
Registers patients for clinical appointments using computerized database
Verified insurance information and obtained prior authorizations for appointments, surgery and testing
Performed clinic review of the provider’s schedule/template and revising when necessary
Professionally handled incoming calls/ message requests from the Call Center, patients and clinicians
Addressed patient problems, third party issues and patient-related situations based on experiences and resolved issues independently
Performed a variety of complex and confidential administrative duties
Responsible for scheduling and posting all emergent and elective surgical cases at multiple locations
Provided all information to patients regarding preparation for preoperative testing and examinations for upcoming procedures
Coordinated OR schedules for multiple locations
Responsible for insurance verification, obtaining referrals, authorizations / pre-certifications from various insurance carriers
Processed reimbursements per department protocol as applicable
Completed Disability, Family Medical Leave, Workers Compensation, Medical Assistance applications, and MVA forms
Provided administrative support for medical matters on behalf of physicians, as well as provide general academic/general administrative support
Served as a subject matter expert regarding informal and formal department goals, standards, policies/procedures, and Sr
Medical Office Coordinator tasks, workflows and responsibilities
Assisted with the onboarding of new staff to clinical and administrative operations
Maintained split between Sr
Medical Office Coordinator and Team Lead responsibilities
Answered office phone, schedules meetings, maintains a conflict free calendar for physicians, makes travel arrangements, and maintains filing system
Served as a liaison between the physician, departmental administration, clinical management and hospital services
Responsible for credentialing and reappointment for all facilities
Ensured that all Licenses and certifications are up to date
Assisted the administrator with other duties as assigned
Maintained a high level of confidentiality by handling sensitive patient information with discretion and care.
Communicated with patients, insurance companies and providers through phone calls, emails and office drives concerning formularies and coverage limits.
Provided exceptional customer service to patients, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
Addressed complaints made by patients and staff by escalating issues to supervision for further investigation.
Administrative Assistant/CMA
Vascular Surgical Associates
10.2015 - 09.2016
Completed patient registration, copay and coinsurance collection
Responsible for insurance verification, obtaining authorizations and pre-certifications from various insurance carriers
Triaged and obtained patients vitals and medical history
Completed medical documentation in the electronic medical record
Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Supervisor, Office Administration
MedStar Union Memorial Hospital
08.2014 - 09.2015
Assisted with developmental goals, objectives, standards, policies and procedures
Completed patient registration, copay and coinsurance collection
Verified insurance information and obtained prior authorizations for appointments, chemotherapy, surgical procedures and radiology testing
Assisted with preparation of departmental budget, monitored accounts for timely payment, processed check request
Processed payroll for physicians and clerical staff in accordance with established quality and accuracy standards
Monitored time and attendance records, evaluated staff performance and made recommendations for personnel actions
Supervised the maintenance and preparation of records, files and other documents
Maintained an organized filing system
Worked independently and performed a variety of complex and confidential administrative duties
Maintained electronic calendar for department faculty and generated minutes and agendas for departmental meetings
Coordinated and implemented office services such as purchasing, records control, projects and budget accounting operations
Located and compiled information, formatted reports, graphs, tables, records and other sources of information
Exercised administrative judgment and assumed responsibility for decisions that impacted costs, and/or quality of service within the functional area
Exchanged non-routine information using tact and persuasion as appropriate requiring good oral and written communication skills
Assisted the HR supervisor with monitoring and evaluating HR transaction workflow and volume in order to meet production and performance goals
Worked closely with the HR supervisor and payroll to establish and revise HR transaction processing as necessary
Influenced staff to commit to sustaining a work environment that placed patient confidentiality as a top priority
Responsible for creating and maintaining a team environment among coworkers within the unit
Coordinator Office, Administration
MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital
11.2010 - 08.2014
Supervised daily clerical operations of the department
Registered patients for clinical appointments using computerized database
Served as the Assistant to Oncology Service Line Director
Provided medical office support for outpatient Oncology/Hematology practice
Performed a variety of administrative duties including responding to and resolving problems and/or complaints
Responsible for training, orienting and assigning departmental staff
Maintained electronic calendar for department faculty
Processed payroll for physicians and clerical staff in accordance with accuracy
Assisted Human Resources with monitoring and evaluating HR transactions, workflow and volume in order to meet production and performance goals
Consistently exhibited the ability to multitask and plan work priorities around payroll processing deadlines
Obtained authorizations from various insurance providers
Scheduled appointments, diagnostic test, surgical procedures, and treatment plans
Reported and maintained clinical results
Responsible for creating and maintaining a team environment among coworkers within the unit
Lab Assistant, CMA
Patient First Medical Center
01.2010 - Current
Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient treatment
Registers patients for clinical appointments using computerized database
Verifies and enters insurance information into the computer system
Prepares daily printed schedules for designated areas
Provides positive, warm and friendly customer service in all interactions with patients, reference labs and insurance companies
Follows the laboratory’s procedure for specimen collection, handling, and processing, as well as test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of test results
Identify indicators that may impact test performance or reporting of test results and intervene appropriately
Order, receive, and distribute stock as needed in laboratory and treatment area
Performs CLA waived testing and specimen collection
Processes (centrifuges, aliquots and performs other special handling procedures for specimens) Saves or preserves specimens as needed in refrigerator, freezer, incubator, dry ice or other storage as appropriate
Communicates test results, test descriptions, etc
Assures a high level of customer satisfaction by communicating and responding to a variety of internal and external customers in a professional and courteous manner
Reviews and acts on test pending list
Surgical Poster/Scheduler
Clinical Associates
08.2009 - 11.2010
Responsible for scheduling and posting Gastroenterology and Urology surgical procedures
Responsible for insurance verification and obtaining authorization / pre-certifications from various insurance carriers
Registered patients for clinical appointments and surgical procedures using computerized database
Provided administrative support to office manager
Provided patients with information and education pertaining to their scheduled procedure
Quality Control Assembler/Team Leader
General Motors Corporation
04.2000 - 08.2009
Responsible for the production of quality parts in a safe and timely manner
Inventory registration for parts and inventory
Maintained documentation and various quality checks
Successfully organized teams for brand new production facility
Established policies and procedures for testing, job set-up and parts coding
Worked as a liaison between team members and upper management and performed administrative duties as necessary
Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team's overall success.
Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
Education
Manager Development Program Certificate -
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
03.2023
Supervisor Development Program Certificate - undefined
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
02.2023
General Studies - undefined
Community College of Baltimore County
Essex, MD
05.2016
Certified Registered Medical Assistant - undefined
TESST College of Technology
Towson, MD
10.2009
Skills
Motivated, highly organized Healthcare leader with a background in operations, administration, quality and safety
A meticulous and results-driven professional with experience optimizing productivity, efficiency, and service quality across various healthcare settings
Proactive and result-oriented professional with management experience in the healthcare and automotive industries
Quickly masters job specific software and protocols, meets deadlines, and delivers superior performance
Strong analytical, detail/follow through and problem-solving skills
Exceptional training, planning, and staff development skills with ability to manage and delegate needs while meeting business requirements
Possesses well-developed people skills, communication abilities, and the capacity to build relationships at various levels of the organization
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