Susan Dowling
*** ********** ***** ( Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 904-***-****
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Medical Administrator
OB/GYN... Pediatric... Orthopedic... Hematology & Oncology... Family
Medicine...
Upbeat, conscientious professional with a proven record of performance and
strong communication skills who effectively leverages practical wisdom in
multiple Healthcare environments - expert in Human Resources protocol,
insurance savvy, familiar with Spanish, and knows Florida Laws.
computer proficiency
MS Word, Excel, Windows, Outlook; MSSP (Multipurpose Senior Service
Program) Certified;
Industry-Specific Software including Medic/MISYS and IDX Systems; Internet
Applications
professional affiliations & Community Service
PAHCOM (Professional Association of Healthcare Office Managers),
MGMA (Medical Group Management Association for Office Associates),
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation & American Cancer Society
Fundraisers,
Habijax (Habitat for Humanity) & D.C. Cares (Community Volunteering
Program)
professional experience
Caregiver, North Carolina and Florida, 2009 to 2011
. Simultaneously maintained homes and managed the finances of two
households while caring for
an ailing family member. Researched, and ensured the provision of, optimum
medical care.
Presbyterian Hospital/Novant Medical Group, Charlotte, NC, 2007 to 2009
Practice Manager III
. Managed 24 employees of a primary care physician practice and responsible
for daily office operations including physicians' scheduling and patient
flow and satisfaction.
. Activities included nurse management, laboratory, radiology, medical
records, and diagnostics.
. Responsible for account receivables, cash management, and personnel
development as well as
coordinating marketing events.
Integrated Community Oncology Network, Jacksonville, FL, 2005 to 2006
Human Resources Generalist
218 employees and all Human Resources functions from staffing, employee
relations, salary administration, training and development, benefits,
Workers' Compensation, and family medical leave to recruiting. Proposed and
implemented policies and procedures.
. Ensured the integrity and accuracy of all records for group insurance
plans and timely, accurate
pension plan records.
Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 2003 to 2005
Benefits Coordinator
. Managed the benefits of 500+ employees and coordinated all benefit
payroll deductions.
. Coordinated Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Short-Term Disability, Long Term
Disability, Supplemental Life, Dental, and Cobra plans. Maintained
accurate Leave of Absence documentation.
. Implemented hiring and termination procedures, handled Workers
Compensation and Personal Injury claims, and assisted with all Human
Resources policies and procedures.
. Named "Employee of the Month" by Directors.
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professional experience (continued)
Women OB/GYN Physicians Association CHRTD, Washington, D.C., 2001 to 2002
Practice Administrator
. Managed six physician practices with a staff of 20 employees at two
locations.
. Wrote and implemented policy and procedure manuals providing structure,
consistency, and improved employee morale. Implemented new computer system
with Tax ID information.
. Prepared monthly revenue and productivity reports enabling partners'
sound business decisions.
. Coordinated the closing of two offices totaling 10,000 sq. ft. with 20
exam rooms.
. Negotiated medical record storage contract, notified patients and
vendors, and liquidated medical equipment and furniture, on schedule, with
minimal impact on daily operations.
. Researched commercial realtor on new location site as well as
construction companies for build out of new office space and kept all
expenditures within budget.
. Contracted with all vendors regarding new office needs to prevent revenue
loss during transition.
OB/GYN Associates, Silver Spring, MD, 2000 to 2001
Practice Administrator
. Managed six physician practices with 30 employees and annual revenues of
$5+ Million.
. Increased reimbursement rates 8% by researching and negotiating insurance
contracts.
. Oversaw accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, hiring, training,
and termination of employees. Implemented new dictation system reducing
monthly overhead expense by 50%.
. Reviewed and prepared medical records to ensure high annual ratings by
medical review board.
. Company research / rate re-negotiations resulted in $50K reduction in
medical malpractice costs.
First Choice Physicians/Metro Pain Clinic-Landover, Rockville, MD, 1998 to
2000
Practice Administrator
. Managed multi-specialty sport and spine rehabilitation facility team of
10 medical professionals and revenues exceeding $1 Million annually.
Developed marketing team and grew practice 25%.
. Oversaw payroll, implemented centralized scheduling, electronic billing,
and Y2K compliance.
. Developed and executed an employee incentive program based on formal
performance reviews and significantly improved productivity and morale.
. Eliminated employment agency fees by directly recruiting, interviewing,
and hiring personnel.
. Trained all new hires to ensure office ran cohesively.
Jefferson Healthcare, Great Valley Health, Exton, PA, 1994 to 1998
Office Manager
. Managed multi-specialty ambulatory facility with revenue in excess of
$200K per month.
. Oversaw daily operations and 25 staff members. Monitored payroll and kept
with budget.
. Reviewed all specialty referrals from primary care physicians to ensure
patient immediate care.
additional relevant experience
Brokerage Firm Assistant: Assisted with insurance presentations and
employee open enrollments.
Hospital X-Ray Department Secretary: Performed clerical tasks and greeted /
assisted patients.
Nursing Home Assistant: Provided general help from organizing arts & crafts
to housekeeping.
education
Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, NY
Medical Assistant Degree, Medical Secretarial Science Program