Accomplished professional well-versed in running department programming in high-stress environments. Expert in personnel leadership, resource management and key decision-making. Articulate, motivational and analytical in approaching problems impacting team performance and department results.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
10.2024 - Current
Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the protection of sensitive patient information
Promoted effective communication among medical staff by serving as a reliable liaison between physicians, nurses, and administrative personnel
Managed high call volume, addressing patient inquiries and concerns with professionalism and empathy
Provided exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, and colleagues, fostering a welcoming environment at all times
Enhanced patient satisfaction by efficiently managing appointment schedules and providing timely reminders
Determined nature and urgency of patient requests to refer patients to appropriate medical staff
Verified and updated clinical records
Interviewed patients to verify and update clinical and demographic records
Program Coordinator II
University of Alabama at Birmingham
10.2022 - 10.2024
Coordinate and develop program activities in accordance with program needs
Coordinate educational workshops, meetings, and conferences associated with program
Delegate tasks to staff and volunteers during daily activities and coordinate events
Coordinate periodic reports, financial statements, and records on program activities, progress, and status for management
Coordinate program effectiveness to develop improved methods
Coordinate research and planning necessary to assist with program evaluation, assessment, and annual reports
Review applications and documentation independently and in conjunction with supervisor to make decisions pertaining to programs
Partner with leadership in development of program-level policies and provides copies of program-specific policies to GME Office
Coordinate measurable impact on operational effectiveness and attainments of training program objectives
Administered budgets and coordinate expenditures to keep program operations aligned with budget targets
Analyzed current program spending and shared cost-saving measures with director to increase savings to bottom line
Logged program activities and coordinate official department records for internal use and government review
Coordinate and implement new programming ideas to keep department relevant and growing
Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations
Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones
Developed and maintained relationships with external partners to facilitate program operations
Operations Work Lead
PNC Bank Corporation
06.2014 - 04.2022
Generating invoices and account statements
Performing account reconciliations
Processing accounting receivables and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
Responsible for investigating high risk consumer and non-consumer accounts
Daily case creation and investigation of suspicious activity
Process charge backs for Debit Card claim recovery
Maintain current knowledge of all federal and state laws and regulations, along with banks policies and procedures
Interviewed witnesses thoroughly, asking appropriate questions to ascertain critical details about each case
Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies
Gathered evidence, which included recorded and written statements, financial documentation and audio materials for examination
Residential Loan Specialist II
PNC Bank Corporation
07.2012 - 05.2014
Input data into loan systems from primary source documents
Provide research and counsel to mortgage loan officers
Direct and oversee the staffing and training
Provide assistance to management on special projects such as reports and special data
Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans
Recommended loan approvals and denials based on customer loan application reviews
Operations Compliance Support Specialist II
PNC Bank Corporation
07.2010 - 07.2012
Maintained quality assurance for NSF reimbursement
Evaluated and processed ACH reconcilement reports to adhere to departmental goals
Followed up on potentially fraudulent claims initiated by claims representatives
Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims
Compiled research and customer feedback on Reg E disputes
Claims Investigator/Team Leader
Regions Financial Corporation
01.2008 - 11.2009
Accurately processed and investigated fraud and non-fraud claims
Investigated claims regarding ATM, check card, and other fraudulent activity
Promptly communicated with customers on card issues and resolutions
Answered calls from internal claims customer service group
Provided feedback to manager on issues or concerns regarding investigations and procedures
Maintained files resulting from disputes warranting a charge back
Followed up on potentially fraudulent claims initiated by claims representatives
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL
12-2019
Associate of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01-2018
Skills
Leadership Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Teamwork
Decision Making
Effective Time Management
Adaptability
Fast Learner
Computer Skills
Ability to Work in a Team
Excellent Communication Skills
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Multitasking Skills
Time Management Skills
Knowledge of Federal Laws
Knowledge of State Laws
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Personnel Direction
Employee Work Scheduling
Staff Hiring and Evaluations
Interdepartmental Coordination
Dependability and Cooperation
Program Management
Project Coordination
Program Operations
Performance Management
Task Delegation
Dependability and Cooperation
Operations Management
Verbal and Written Communication
Accomplishments
Meet and exceed all investigations and compliance goals
Top Performer Recognition - 8/2014
Quality of work (16 Times)
Top Performance Team Leader (8 Times)
Recognized as Employee of the month for outstanding performance and team contributions.
Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
Led team to achieve incoming compliance issues, earning recognition from upper management and financial reward.
Certification
OSHA 10-Hour Certification
Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP) Certification
Timeline
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
10.2024 - Current
Program Coordinator II
University of Alabama at Birmingham
10.2022 - 10.2024
Operations Work Lead
PNC Bank Corporation
06.2014 - 04.2022
Residential Loan Specialist II
PNC Bank Corporation
07.2012 - 05.2014
Operations Compliance Support Specialist II
PNC Bank Corporation
07.2010 - 07.2012
Claims Investigator/Team Leader
Regions Financial Corporation
01.2008 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Safety And Health
Columbia Southern University
Associate of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
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