Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Counselor
Parallon
03.2024 - 07.2024
Cultivated a positive, non-judgmental environment for clients to openly discuss their financial challenges and concerns.
Conducted interviews with patients and family members and answered questions regarding insurance benefits.
Stayed up-to-date on financial products and consumer rights.
Reduced hospital bad debt through proactive communication with patients about their financial responsibilities.
Managed sensitive patient information with utmost discretion, adhering to all HIPAA guidelines.
Verified patient insurance eligibility and entered patient information into system.
Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
Processed payments using cash and credit cards, maintaining accurate records of transactions.
Office System Specialist
Lewis Gale Pulaski Hospital
04.2023 - 03.2024
Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
Improved appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and increasing client satisfaction.
Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
Health Information Management Specialist II
Carilion Clinic
06.2019 - 12.2022
Improved patient data accuracy by meticulously reviewing and validating medical records and diagnoses.
Ensured compliance with federal regulations by conducting regular audits of patient files and implementing necessary corrective actions.
Assisted in the development of policies and procedures to maintain HIPAA compliance within the organization.
Facilitated the seamless flow of information between departments by serving as a liaison for data exchange and communication.
Collaborated closely with physicians and nursing staff to improve quality of patient records documentation.
Retrieved medical data for physicians and patients.
Insurance Coordinator
Christiansburg Dental Care
06.2016 - 08.2018
Verified insurance and communicated coverage to staff and patients.
Managed a high volume of inbound calls, promptly resolving issues while providing accurate information on policies and procedures.
Prepared insurance claims for submission to clearinghouses or insurance companies.
Achieved revenue goals by managing collections and accounts receivables, referral process, and insurance billing.
Contributed positively to team morale by consistently demonstrating a collaborative attitude and willingness to support colleagues.
Posted payments to accounts and maintained records.
Calculated adjustments, premiums and refunds.
Resubmitted claims after editing or denial to achieve financial targets and reduce outstanding debt.
Dental Assistant
Dr Darcy Amacher Pediatric Dentist
06.2008 - 04.2016
Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Performed x-rays safely while adhering to radiation safety guidelines, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images for dentists'' evaluations.
Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
Served as a liaison between the dentist''s office and local schools/community organizations creating awareness about oral healthcare.
Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.