Healthcare professional with 22 years of extensive hands-on experience in patient care, management, and healthcare quality. Known for dedication and providing premium patient care and driven by high need for a sense of accomplishment. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Medical Manager, NextGen/EPM, Allscripts, Greenway Centricity, E-clinical.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Clinical Manager
Cerium Medial Group
Tucker, GA
08.2021 - Current
Regularly evaluated employee performance and provided feedback.
Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills.
Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
Delegated tasks to staff members, monitored completion of all duties and provided support to enhance performance.
Promoted high morale and staff retention through dynamic communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of positive work environment. Implement new policies and educate staff on changes.
Monitored, analyzed and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
Developed and adjusted work schedules for ten staff members. Monitor and close gaps in care for MIPS
Educate providers on documentation requirements for healthcare quality. Managed daily operations of ten-person clinic supporting approximately 360 patients per week.
Quality Improvement Specialist
Emory Healthcare Network
Atlanta, GA
11.2019 - 08.2021
Developed quality improvement plans, policies and operational guidelines.
Partnered with physicians, payers, and leadership to ensure productivity was maximized and that all incentivized measures were closed.
Coached physicians and appropriate support staff on increasing revenue and maintaining budget goals.
Educated physicians on utilization documentation. Managed MIPS projects as well as yearly CMS incentive projects. Maintained confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.
Managed multiple payer projects (ie: Anthem, Cigna, United Healthcare, Humana). Used knowledge of ICD-10 coding, medical terminology, and pharmacology to effectively close gaps in care.
Healthcare Quality Specialist
United Healthcare /Optum
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - 11.2019
Positively impacted closing of gaps in care and productivity. Partnered with leadership, practice administration, and clinical staff to determine best strategies to support practices and patients
Provide community resources to members to optimize quality of life, assisted with scheduling appointments, coordinated care with primary care physicians
Frequently used knowledge of HEDIS (Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information set) standards to perform job daily
Used clinical documentation to perform job daily and to educate physicians and staff on documentation consistency to maintain integrity
Used knowledge of ICD-10 as well as medical terminology to assist members in effectively navigating their care.
Supported staff and providers within physicians' offices to maximize benefits of program and created open dialog to better take care of our members.
Chart Review and abstraction of data. Educated physicians regarding utilization and meeting incentive criteria through process improvement and accurate documentation.
Effectively manage cue of 300+ members consistently. Provided case management telephonically and in field to help support and appropriate level of care.
Certified Medical Assistant
Rockbridge Family Medicine
Stonemountain, GA
09.2015 - 01.2018
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment. Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills. Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs. Closing gaps in care educating staff regarding MIPS and clinical flow.
Utilized NextGen EMR to triage patients. Trained staff and providers as Superuser for NextGEN EMR.
Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
Education
Information Technology
Omni Tech Institute
Atlanta, GA
01.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Healthcare Administration
Strayer University
Atlanta, GA
Diploma - Certified Medical Assistant
Advance Career Training
Atlanta, GA
06.2000
Skills
Flexible and Adaptable
Self-Motivated
Team building
Decision-Making
Multitasking Abilities
Excellent Communication
Analytical and Critical Thinking
MS Office
Teamwork and Collaboration
Dependable and Responsible
Planning and Coordination
Interpersonal Communication
Certification
RMA - Registered Medical Assistant- Advanced Career Training June 1999-July 2000
BLS-American Heart Association April 2022
PMP Certification-Currently Completing
Timeline
Clinical Manager
Cerium Medial Group
08.2021 - Current
Quality Improvement Specialist
Emory Healthcare Network
11.2019 - 08.2021
Healthcare Quality Specialist
United Healthcare /Optum
01.2018 - 11.2019
Certified Medical Assistant
Rockbridge Family Medicine
09.2015 - 01.2018
Information Technology
Omni Tech Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Healthcare Administration
Strayer University
Diploma - Certified Medical Assistant
Advance Career Training
RMA - Registered Medical Assistant- Advanced Career Training June 1999-July 2000
BLS-American Heart Association April 2022
PMP Certification-Currently Completing
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