Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Administrative Coordinator
Optum
Fort Wayne, IN
11.2024 - Current
Create accurate and complete cost estimates for members based on their specifications.
Identify opportunities for cost savings while providing quality service to members.
Educate members on how their benefits apply to their medication, nursing care, and supplies
Verify accuracy of all documents associated with each quote prior to submission.
Maintain confidentiality of member and prospective member information, protecting individual interests and business partnerships.
Ice Cream Maker - Packaging
Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream
Fort Wayne, IN
06.2024 - 11.2024
Operated and troubleshooted machinery/equipment
Performed required procedures, quality checks and documentation to meet specifications
Made appropriate process changes to keep production flow in alignment with quality and metrics
Communicated with leadership, team, other departments regarding production matters
Disassembled, cleaned/sanitized, and reassembled all required equipment
Clinical Program Associate
Wellbridge of Greater Dallas
Plano, TX
04.2024 - 05.2024
Responsible for discharge planning and assisting court liaison with involuntary committed / medication committed patients
Provided crisis intervention services for high-risk patients during discharge process by conducting assessment screenings
Coordinated patient discharge plans with multidisciplinary team members
Facilitated timely patient discharges by identifying barriers and implementing solutions
Scheduled post discharge appointments and provided additional resources, as needed (Crisis numbers, shelters, providers.)
Intake Registrar Specialist / Office Coordinator
Behavioral Health Connections
Dallas, TX
12.2018 - 02.2024
Ensured timely psychiatric evaluations for patients in over 75 hospitals in the DFW area
Effectively communicated, informed, and educated facility staff/clients about services, procedure, and protocols
Implemented dispatch protocols to maintain efficient clinician service distribution for hospitals
Managed accurate patient electronic medical records using Sharepoint web application system
Audited patient charts, ensuring all information in Sharepoint, Sharedrive, and Xferall are in compliance with reporting structure
Familiarity with court ordered mental health treatment / involuntary holds
National Provider Relations Specialist
Optum Serve
Remote
06.2021 - 08.2023
Served as a point of contact for multiple 'National' providers within Optum Serve's Provider Network
Negotiated fees for services that align with both provider and business needs
Assessed and resolved concerns through the implementation of solutions that are beneficial to the network: providers, veterans, and customers
Educated providers on contractual requirements and fee structures to ensure collaborative agreement and understanding of services and fees associated with those services
Proactively reviewed and maintained provider and veteran files to ensure accuracy
Investigated medical/dental claim discrepancies, in Mednet to assist in billing resolution
Virtual Community Health Worker - National Team
Optum Behavioral
Remote, TX
11.2016 - 06.2021
Provided case management services including crisis intervention, advocacy, and support for Medicaid and Medicare members experiencing gaps in care needs
Notified individuals regarding appointment follow-ups and referrals and provided transportation to appointments.
Collaborated with other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for patients.
Created informational materials about available resources in the local community.
Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Clinical Administrative Coordinator
Optum OB Homecare Solutions
Dallas, TX
12.2015 - 11.2016
Triaged patients, prioritizing most-essential patient care needs.
Processed patient data documents, reports and case management files to assist clinical staff operations.
Organized patient care by coordinating call routing and fulfilling service requests.
Participated in the development and review of clinical policies and procedures.
Reading Room Assistant - Radiology
IU Health Physicians
Indianapolis, IN
05.2014 - 10.2015
Served as a point of contact for all Radiology related inquiries, for multiple locations
Organized patient charts according to established standards.
Maintained patient records and updated information in the radiology database.
Processed requests from outside providers for copies of radiological images or reports.
Education
Associates - Christian Ministry
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
12-2016
High School Diploma -
Paul Harding High School
Fort Wayne, IN
06-2007
Skills
Leadership
Coaching and Mentoring
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Organized and Detail-Oriented
Computer Program Proficiencies
Relationship Management
Project Management
Conflict Resolution
Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
Public Notary, Notary Public Commission - Texas, 06/01/25