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TERESA MARGARITA GONZALEZ

Hawaiian Gardens,CA

Summary

Organized Office Manager with noted experience in administrative management. Prioritize projects and multitask effectively to achieve project goals. Methodical and detail-oriented team player with expertise in team leadership. Offering these skills and strong work ethic.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Manager

Newport Dental- Currect
01.2017 - Current

Educates/trains team with dental research & techniques

  • Oversees and manage all contractual obligations
  • Leads and facilitates meetings daily
  • Manages multiple projects and responsibilities
  • Coordinates appointments schedules and extensive treatment planning for all dentists, periodontist, orthodontist, endodontist, Oral Surgeon
  • Thoroughly investigate past due invoices minimizing number of unpaid accounts
  • Demonstrates knowledge of HIPPA privacy and regulation by appropriately handling patient information
  • Recruits and interviews copious applicants per year and hires new employees
  • Exceed revenue goals by 10%-35% more Quarterly
  • Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
  • Effectively responds to emotionally escalated patient situations and needs thus effectively resolving concerns though utilizing good discernment
  • Conducts new employee orientation to foster positive attitude towards organization objectives
  • Expertly plans & coordinates, organizes and directs all operations of the company.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.

Insurance Collection Specialist- Billing

Pacific Dental Services, National Support Center
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Processes claim, Explanation of benefits, adjustments & statements
  • Accounts receivables
  • Weekly/monthly reporting on excel
  • Details oriented for documentation
  • Collections and payment plans
  • Submitting accurate claims to insurance carriers
  • Answering multiple phone lines
  • Follow-up on insurance claims as needed to assure timely payment.
  • Enhanced claim resolution rates by promptly investigating and analyzing complex insurance collections cases.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address discrepancies and ensure accurate billing information.

Dental Assistant Lead- Treatment Coordinator

Western Dental
01.2009 - 01.2015
  • Scheduled appointment/registered patients
  • Precisely completed appropriate claims paperwork, documentation system entry
  • Assisted in maintenance of dental charts/filling op audit reports
  • Manage Multi-lines phone system & pleasantly greeted all patient
  • Chair side Assistant, Prophy polishing cleaning, sterilizing instrument and room by OSHA regulations
  • Order Back office supplies
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.

Dental Assistant/Receptionist/ Translator

Newport Dental
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Reduced wait times by quickly greeting patients upon arrival and assisting with check-in process.
  • Improved billing accuracy by diligently verifying insurance coverage and updating patient financial records accordingly.

Education

Revenue Operations Center - Insurance Collection Specialist Certificate -

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Certificate -

01.2016

The Role of Ethics and Compliance program Certificate -

01.2016

Dental Assistant ROP Certification -

01.2007

Dental Osha ROP Certification -

01.2007

Dental HIPPA ROP Certification -

01.2007

Dental Radialogy ROP Certification -

01.2007

Dental Billing & Coding ROP Certification -

01.2007

H.S. Diploma GED -

01.2006

Skills

  • Team Supervision
  • Inventory Management
  • Insurance Coverage Verification
  • Dental software proficiency
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient Care Coordination
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Scheduling and Coordinating (General and specialty)
  • Office Administration
  • Staff hiring
  • Workforce Management
  • Payroll and budgeting

Timeline

Office Manager

Newport Dental- Currect
01.2017 - Current

Insurance Collection Specialist- Billing

Pacific Dental Services, National Support Center
01.2015 - 01.2016

Dental Assistant Lead- Treatment Coordinator

Western Dental
01.2009 - 01.2015

Dental Assistant/Receptionist/ Translator

Newport Dental
01.2007 - 01.2009

Revenue Operations Center - Insurance Collection Specialist Certificate -

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard Certificate -

The Role of Ethics and Compliance program Certificate -

Dental Assistant ROP Certification -

Dental Osha ROP Certification -

Dental HIPPA ROP Certification -

Dental Radialogy ROP Certification -

Dental Billing & Coding ROP Certification -

H.S. Diploma GED -

TERESA MARGARITA GONZALEZ