Shinu Kanhirapuzha Meethaleveedu
Lewisville,USA
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid foundation in coordinating patient care and administrative tasks within healthcare setting. Proven track record of enhancing patient flow and supporting medical teams with critical administrative functions. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to ever-changing healthcare environments, ensuring optimal patient care and operational success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Unit Co-Ordinator
UT Southwestern Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
- Coordinate daily operations of the unit, including patient admissions, discharges, and transfers
- Serve as the primary point of contact for patients, families, and medical staff, addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently
- Scheduling: Manage scheduling for nursing staff and other unit personnel, ensuring optimal coverage and compliance with labor laws
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Communication: Facilitate communication between departments to ensure seamless patient care and operational efficiency
- Budgeting: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of unit budgets, including tracking expenses and ordering supplies
- Regulations: Implement and oversee unit policies and procedures to enhance patient safety and care quality
Office Manager
Amber Home Health Care
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Scheduling: Coordinate schedules for healthcare providers, patients, and any other relevant staff
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, billing information, and other documentation
- Communication: Serve as the point of contact between patients, healthcare providers, and family members, handling inquiries and concerns
- Eligibility Verification: Patient eligibility is checked using myAbility software
- Financial Management: Billing and Coding: Oversee patient billing using Palmeto and myAbility, insurance claims, and ensure accurate coding for services provided
- Budgeting: Manage office budgets, track expenses, and handle procurement of office supplies and equipment
- Compliance and Quality Assurance: Regulations: Ensure the office adheres to healthcare regulations, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) guidelines
- Quality Control: Implement procedures to maintain high standards of patient care and office operations
- Staff Management: Hiring and Training: Assist with recruiting, training, and evaluating office staff and healthcare providers
- Support: Provide ongoing support and resolve any issues related to staff performance or patient care
- Patient Care Coordination: Care Plans: Assist in developing and managing patient care plans and coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure effective delivery of services
- Patient Interaction: Address patient needs, concerns, and feedback to improve the quality of care
- Technology Management: Systems: Oversee the use of healthcare management software, electronic health records (EHR), and other technology systems
Volunteer Supervisor, Sandwich Program
Wisconsin Malayalee Association
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Oversaw a team of 8 volunteers, coordinating schedules and activities
- Managed communication between volunteers and organization leadership, ensuring clarity and support
- Monitored and evaluated volunteer performance, providing feedback and support to enhance engagement
Lecturer
Kannur College of Management and Science
08.2011 - 04.2012
- Deliver lectures and seminars to undergraduate and post graduate students
- Initiate and Develop teaching materials
- Conduct tutorials and workshops
- Mark and grade student assessments and exams
- Handle different subjects including Accounting, Finance, Commerce & Human Resource
- Prepare students for Management meets
Assistant Manager
Bits & Bytes (Consulting Firm)
02.2011 - 08.2011
- Supervise and support a team of two consultants, providing guidance and ensuring high-quality service delivery
- Accounts Payable: Handled day-to-day accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, payment runs, and filing
- Accounts Receivable: Established and maintained strong relationships with clients, enhancing communication and resolving billing discrepancies promptly
- Managed the General Ledger accounts by ensuring accurate recording of all financial transactions
- Develop and implement strategic plans to improve operational efficiency and client satisfaction
- Manage and analyze performance metrics, generating reports to track progress and identify areas for improvement
- Oversee daily administrative functions, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
- Address and resolve client concerns and feedback, maintaining a high level of client retention and satisfaction
Education
QA Training - manual, test planning, and defect management
QA Guru Institute
Carrolton, TexasMBA - Finance & Human Resource
Cochin University
Trivandrum, KeralaB. Com - Co-operation
Kannur University
Payangadi, KeralaVocational Higher Secondary Certificate - Accountancy and Auditing, Typewriting
Government Vocational Higher Secondary School
Secondary School Leaving Certificate -
GHS
Korom, KeralaSkills
- Quick Learner
- Great attitude
- Customer-Oriented
- Ability to handle multiple tasks
- Effective team member
- Excellent Time management skills
- Critical Thinking
- Good problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in using Office 365 Tools
- Exceptional communication
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all the above information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Training
On the Job Training as Accountant Trainee, District Bank, Kannur, Kerala, India, Training received in Account Payables, Account Receivables, General Ledger, Bookkeeping.
Timeline
Health Unit Co-Ordinator
UT Southwestern Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
Office Manager
Amber Home Health Care
02.2023 - 12.2023
Volunteer Supervisor, Sandwich Program
Wisconsin Malayalee Association
08.2017 - 08.2019
Lecturer
Kannur College of Management and Science
08.2011 - 04.2012
Assistant Manager
Bits & Bytes (Consulting Firm)
02.2011 - 08.2011
MBA - Finance & Human Resource
Cochin University
B. Com - Co-operation
Kannur University
Secondary School Leaving Certificate -
GHS
QA Training - manual, test planning, and defect management
QA Guru Institute
Vocational Higher Secondary Certificate - Accountancy and Auditing, Typewriting
Government Vocational Higher Secondary School
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