PROFILE SUMMARY
Experienced administrative professional with extensive experience in various aspects of business operations presently seeking a position to utilize my knowledge, skills, and abilities.
EDUCATION
Medical Billing and Coding; Fortis Institute; Birmingham, AL
Psychology; Ashford University; San Diego, CA
CORE COMPETENCIES
●Comprehensive knowledge of business operations, healthcare management, financial management processes, and administrative operations
●Significant knowledge of accounting concepts and principles and regulatory compliance processes
●Demonstrated ability to manage processes maintaining optimal efficiency
●Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and customer service skills
●Promote an environment conducive to effective teamwork and positive collaboration
●Committed to high-level performance working independently or with team members
●Keen attention to detail and effective negotiation ability
●Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and various other software systems
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Human Resources Generalist November 2021-
Antolin Alabama; McCalla, AL
●Ensured employees followed all policies and procedures
●Organized and prepared meeting schedules for various departments
●Assisted the General Manager in meetings, produce reports, and other administrative duties
●Assisted with recruiting candidates and conducting in person/virtual interviews
●Completed onboarding employment for new hires, handled employee orientations, background check, and drug screening
●Processed employee position status change which included pay increases, promotions, transfers, and terminations
●Handled all benefits for employees to ensure that they enrolled correctly
●Responsible for incident reports, workers compensation, FMLA, short term and long-term disability, and unemployment claims
●Prepared and processed payroll for salary exempt, salary non-exempt, and hourly employees
●Maintained accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions
Office Billing Specialist February 2014 – July 2021
Brookwood Baptist Health; Birmingham, AL
●Performed various aspects of administrative functions in support of medical billing services
●Completed documentation and records management processes ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
●Managed billing and claims processes including payments, authorizations, corrections, and various functions associated with insurance procedures
●Effectively communicated with patients via phone and written communication including appeal letters and other administrative documents
●Managed patient data updating patient demographics as required as well as maintain financial data utilizing spreadsheets maintaining accuracy
●Attended routine administrative meetings regarding business operations.
●Initiated follow-up with insurance companies regarding the status of payments and insurance denials or rejections
●Monitored and managed patient accounts addressing delinquent accounts and process ACH deposits
●Performed accounts receivable functions to include account reconciliation and month-end processes
Medical Administrative Support May 2011 – February 2014
Lifeguard Ambulance Service; Birmingham, AL
●Performed administrative functions and business operations in accordance with standards of operations
●Managed documentation and records processes adhering to policies and procedures
●Maintained calendars as well as provided excellent customer service to callers regarding services
●Reviewed medical documentation to ensure that medical codes aligned accurately with the medical procedure
●Communicated with providers, insurance companies, and patients to obtain clarity for inadequate or erroneous documentation
●Verified service detail verifying specific services provided ensuring accuracy
Patient Accounts Representative March 2004 – November 2010
Care Professional Services; Birmingham, AL
●Managed administrative functions associated with collections processes and patient account activities
●Devised payment plans, negotiated account settlements, and initiated contractual adjustments
●Managed contractual agreements adhering to compliance as well as maintained accuracy generating amendments or extensions as required per contractual obligations
●Attended administrative meetings to maintain knowledge of current policies as well as attended training sessions and conferences
●Explained and interpreted policies, programs, rights, and responsibilities to clients/patients
●Registered patients for surgeries and medical testing as well as made appropriate referrals to social services or other agencies as required
●Resolved issues and inquiries regarding patient medical records and identified patient accounts that qualified for charity services based on criteria
●Provided excellent customer service via phone regarding patient accounts and business operations