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Summers Francois

Summers Francois

Franklin, LA,LA

Summary

Resourceful Outreach Coordinator with 10 years of experience coordinating and monitoring medical and social outreach activities. Develops and executes outreach strategies and action plans based on corporate objectives and regional priorities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Outreach Coordinator

St. Mary Council On Aging
06.2023 - Current
  • Increased community engagement by organizing outreach events and coordinating with local organizations.
  • Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening the organization''s presence in the community.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans for addressing community needs.
  • Streamlined communication processes within the organization, improving information flow among team members involved in outreach activities.
  • Facilitated strong relationships with community members by attending local events, serving as a liaison between the organization and its constituents.
  • Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
  • Navigated complex community dynamics with diplomacy and thoughtfulness, fostering trust and credibility among diverse groups.

Provider Help Desk and Credentialing Specialist

MediTrans
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Conducted primary source verifications such as background checks and board certifications.
  • Prepared records for site visits and file audits.

Received and evaluated applications to look for missing and inaccurate information.

  • Worked alongside global business leader to deploy new training strategies.
  • Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees.
  • Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
  • Coordinated implementation of people-related services, policies and programs through departmental staff.
  • Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Conducted performance reviews and provided feedback to managers on employee performance.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.

Billing Specialist

MediTrans
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Researched and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing.
  • Assisted with billing inquiries and provided timely responses to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Responded to customer concerns and questions on daily basis.
  • Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
  • Worked with multiple departments to check proper billing information.
  • Identified, researched, and resolved billing variances to maintain system accuracy and currency.
  • Utilized various software programs to process customer payments.
  • Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties.
  • Collaborated with customers to resolve disputes.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer payments.
  • Produced and mailed monthly statements to customers and assisted with related requests for information and clarification.

Health Technician

Catapult Health
12.2019 - 09.2021
  • Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
  • Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
  • Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
  • Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.

City Carrier Assistant

United States Postal Service, USPS
03.2015 - 05.2017
  • Operated vehicles and equipment to transport packages and mail pieces.
  • Obtains signatures for package deliveries as proof of delivery to avoid discrepancies.
  • Planned and cased mail in sequence of delivery for designated route.
  • Followed Postal Service policies and procedures to maintain integrity of mail and protect customer information.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
  • Collected outgoing mail from homes and businesses along routes for customer convenience and initiated delivery to intended recipients.
  • Collected mail from letter boxes on specific route both on foot and by vehicle.
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
  • Used portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to homes and businesses.
  • Engaged customers with pleasant demeanor and offered to help with mail-related issues.
  • Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages, and ordered goods.

Medical Research Assistant

ClinForce, LLC.
04.2012 - 12.2019
  • Trained and mentored new staff to achieve efficiency and maintain daily operational consistency.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostic techniques.
  • Performed data analysis and interpretation of results from clinical trials and epidemiological studies.
  • Gathered and evaluated quality assurance data to identify issues and improve process efficiency.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Education

Pre-Medicine

Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA

Medical Assisting - Medical Assisting

Georgia Medical Institute-Dekalb
Atlanta, GA
08.2007

Skills

  • Data Collection
  • Site Visits
  • Credentialing Policies
  • Credentialing Requirements
  • Credential Verification
  • Problem Resolution
  • Provider Relations
  • Active Listening
  • Policy Interpretation
  • Training Development and Execution
  • Adaptable to Changing Conditions
  • Complaint Handling
  • Eligibility Determinations
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Conduct Orientations and Training
  • Client Satisfaction
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Microsoft Office
  • Outreach Strategies
  • Public Outreach
  • Blood Sample Collection
  • Customer Experience
  • Community Surveys
  • Data Collection
  • Product inventory management
  • Parts Inventory Management
  • Inventory and supply

Timeline

Outreach Coordinator

St. Mary Council On Aging
06.2023 - Current

Provider Help Desk and Credentialing Specialist

MediTrans
09.2021 - 06.2023

Billing Specialist

MediTrans
09.2021 - 06.2023

Health Technician

Catapult Health
12.2019 - 09.2021

City Carrier Assistant

United States Postal Service, USPS
03.2015 - 05.2017

Medical Research Assistant

ClinForce, LLC.
04.2012 - 12.2019

Pre-Medicine

Louisiana State University And A&M College

Medical Assisting - Medical Assisting

Georgia Medical Institute-Dekalb
Summers Francois