Ambitious job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level cybersecurity position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Driven by integrity, with a strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Knowledgeable about NIST frameworks and able to implement security controls to ensure regulatory compliance. Experience with identifying threats, risks, and vulnerabilities; security hardening; threat modeling; and incident escalation and response. Proficient in the use of Linux command line, SQL, and Python.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Implementation Analyst II
Solutia Staffing
Huntsville, AL
09.2020 - Current
Provided implementation services, training, and support for patient accounting system deployments to multiple facilities
Worked with facility leadership to optimize processes and workflows to ensure effective use of software and systems
Responsible for all aspects of the implementation life cycle including pre-assessments, gap analysis, build, testing, training, go-live and post go-live support
Specialized areas included HL7 interfaces for ADT, Document Management, Electronic Billing, ERA and Denial Management, as well as System Security Provisioning.
Performed detailed analysis of existing systems and identified areas for improvement.
Provided technical support to users, troubleshooting system issues and resolving problems in a timely manner.
Patient Access Manager/Director
Solutia Staffing
Huntsville, AL
09.2020 - Current
Responsible for administering, coordinating, and reviewing the performance of patient access functions across the organization, including pre-registration, insurance verification, prior authorization, financial clearance, financial counseling, and registration for hospital and clinic services
Identifying and implementing new and emerging strategies to increase efficiency, improve processes, and enhance the patient experience
Maintained compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and accreditation standards related to patient access services.
Collaborated with various departments such as medical records, billing office and health information management to ensure timely resolution of issues related to registration process.
Identified opportunities to work with leaders in other areas-including corporate compliance, clinical services, case management, and the business office, to ensure regulatory compliance, increase care coordination, and improve process efficiency between departments and entities.
Analyzed data from multiple sources to develop reports that identified trends or opportunities for improvement in patient access functions.
Manager
SAMMC North, Dermatology Clinic
Fort Sam Houston, Texas, United States
09.2012 - 06.2016
Responsible for maintaining all medical, clerical equipment and supplies
Maintains accountability of equipment valued at over $1.3 million
Coordinates and supervises Soldier Specific missions
Responsible for Staff Development and Clinic training requirements for 35 personnel through the Army Medical Department Personnel Education and Quality System (APEQS)
Ensures Man hours for Defense Medical Human Resources System Internet timecards; handles payroll for 30 civilian employees throughout the Fiscal Year
Ensures efficient patient flow of over 1000 encounters per month
Lead for the Base Re-Alignment and Closure (BRAC) relocation of the Dermatology Clinic; successfully re-located the clinic into two different areas in the Hospital
Volunteered for retiree health fair station for Dermatology Service; helped promote skin cancer awareness in the community
Implemented a training program that improved the Dermatology clinic's APEQS requirements stats by 30%
Provided services to over 1,000 patients monthly at a 450 bed Level I Trauma Regional Medical Center
Oversaw the scheduling of patient appointments and provided guidance and training to lower graded employees
Assisted with front desk operations and staffing ensuring administrative needs are met
Coordinated patient scheduling activities of the medical facility to ensure a smooth flow of the daily services
Maintained daily appointments schedules and generated documents and reports using the DoD Complete Health Care System
Established and maintained office records and information files of various types that may be needed or will assist in the efficient operations of the facility
Aided in maintaining accountability of over $500K worth of clinical equipment and supplies without loss
Assistant role in the planning and development of the Dermatology clinical BRAC renovation and construction project.
Trauma Specialist
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 40th Engineer Battalion
Baumholder, Germany
12.2009 - 09.2012
Provided first-rate emergency medical treatment, primary care, and medical training to a battalion of over 1300 Soldiers during garrison and combat operations
Responsible for the medical fitness and readiness of 200 Soldiers during a combat deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom IX
Maintained technical proficiency in medical knowledge and its application into a tactical setting providing effective emergent medical care in austere conditions with limited resources
Combat multiplier serving as the primary medical advisor to senior non-medical leaders to ensure a more capable “fighting” force.
Education
Certificate - Google Cybersecurity Certificate
Coursera
09.2023
Certificate - Computer User Support Program
ACI Learning
San Antonio, TX
06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University
05.2021
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program -
Army Medical Department Center and School, Fort Sam Houston, TX
09.2012
National Registry, Emergency Medical Technician-Basic -
Army Medical Department Center and School, Fort Sam Houston, TX
12.2009
Master of Science - Computer and Information Sciences
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
Skills
Go-Live Support
Risk Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
HIPAA X12 5010
Linux command line
Risk Mitigation
Critical Thinking Skills
SQL and Databases
Incident response
SIEM tools
Cybersecurity Frameworks
Encryption
Best Practices Implementation
Reporting and Documentation
Accomplishments
Army Commendation Medal, 2nd award
Army Achievement Medal, 3rd award
Army Good Conduct Medal, 2nd award
Valorous unit Medal
Meritorious Unit Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Military Education
SAMMC Team STEPPS Instructor, 09/2012
Fire-Safety Monitor, San Antonio Military Medical Center, 09/2012
Timeline
Technical Implementation Analyst II
Solutia Staffing
09.2020 - Current
Patient Access Manager/Director
Solutia Staffing
09.2020 - Current
Manager
SAMMC North, Dermatology Clinic
09.2012 - 06.2016
Trauma Specialist
Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 40th Engineer Battalion
12.2009 - 09.2012
Certificate - Google Cybersecurity Certificate
Coursera
Certificate - Computer User Support Program
ACI Learning
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program -
Army Medical Department Center and School, Fort Sam Houston, TX
National Registry, Emergency Medical Technician-Basic -
Army Medical Department Center and School, Fort Sam Houston, TX
Master of Science - Computer and Information Sciences