Management Medical

Stephanie Joseph

Email: *********@********.***

Address: ***** ********** ****

City: Germantown

State: MD

Zip: 20876

Country: USA

Phone: 240-***-****

Skill Level: Management

Salary Range: $75,000

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STEPHANIE L. JOSEPH, CPA

19429 Breezedale Lane * Germantown, MD 20876 * (C) 240-***-**** (H) 240-***-**** * *********@********.***

HEALTHCARE

ADMINISTRATOR

Hands-on Practice Administrator with 17+ years of distinguished experience beginning as a Senior Accountant, Controller and progressing to Practice Administrator. Skilled in quickly assimilating office procedures, streamlining workflow, improving financial processes and surpassing expectations. Experienced in improving staff skill-set, knowledge and motivation to create a culture of performance. Track record of reducing costs, improving practice quality and patient satisfaction.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HERBERT H. JOSEPH, M.D. F.A.C.S. P.A. - SILVER SPRING, MD 1992-1997 AND 2005-2012

Practice Administrator * 2005-2012

Promoted from Controller position to oversee day-to-day administration of a well-known, local, multi-facility orthopedic physician practice with annual revenues of $3mil. Streamlined workflow, reduced costs and improved office efficiencies via upgrading of current policies and procedures. Leveraged financial background to spearhead AP/AR, taxes, office budget, inventory management, P&L and daily expenses.

Maintained confidential medical charts and vital business records. Supervised payroll functions, making certain checks were accurate and issued in a timely manner. Supervised practice transactions, doctor credentialing and procedures to ensure compliance to local, state and federal guidelines. Monitored operations continuously, identifying areas of weakness and resolve challenges and conflicts.

Key Accomplishments

* Served as a liaison between physicians, staff and patients including serving as the -public face- of the practice, ensuring prospective and current clients felt welcomed and MD`s were clearly informed of all necessary health data.

* Maintained patient relations making certain patient issues were resolved in a timely and conciliatory fashion.

* Significant emphasis on HR Functions, achievements in engagement and development of staff.

* Directed benefits administration for the practice, responding to all questions and concerns from personnel and maintaining records.

* Slashed an $800K AR by 25%

* Saved significant time and money by advising on purchase of EMR software allowing for direct fax from desktop and Dragon Dictation Software to create visit notes.

* Spurred corporate growth boosting monthly billings 50% via learning, creating and executing proactive marketing strategies.

* Negotiated insurance contracts to drive up revenue.

Controller * 1992-1997

Monitored payroll, expenses and P&L to streamline costs and maximize practice resources. Analyzed and prepared all financial records/statements including AP/AR, GL, payroll, short- and long-term office budget. Garnered relevant data to produce clear, concise and accurate month-end and year-end statements. Calculated and issued payments for payroll, property, and corporate taxes.

Key Accomplishments

* Collaborated with a diverse range of 3rd party vendors to verify invoices and ensure prompt payments.

* Brought about significant savings via in-house preparation of payroll, property, and corporate tax returns.

STEPHANIE L. JOSEPH, CPA * PAGE TWO * *********@********.***

WE CARE PROJECTS, INC. - WASHINGTON, DC 1990-1992

Controller *

Member of senior finance team of a non-profit, government funded, healthcare organization managing group homes for the mentally retarded. Directed day-to-day financial operations. Supervised accounting staff of four plus eight group home managers. Oversaw payroll preparation, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Determined payment priorities, reserved funds, and paid invoices as appropriate, maintaining actual costs related to budgeted amounts. Established and upheld proper internal controls. Prepared monthly and year-end financial statements.

LAVENTHOL & HORWATH - WASHINGTON, DC 1986-1990

Senior Accountant *

Promoted from Staff Accountant at a large international CPA firm. Planned and executed audits, reviews and compilations of Corporations and Partnerships, with a concentration in the real estate industry. Prepared tax returns for Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, Trusts and individuals. Bookkeeping responsibilities for select clients.

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration ~ Medical Services Management (In Progress)

Graduate Certificate ~ Medical Services Management

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor of Accountancy (Valedictorian Equivalent)

George Washington University

TECHNICAL SNAPSHOT

* Computer Applications Information Technology Certificate, Montgomery College

* Microsoft Office User Specialist Certification, MS Word and MS Excel Proficient

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Beta Alpha Psi Accounting Fraternity

Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honorary Society

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Hospice Volunteer, Evercare Hospice, Elkridge, MD

* Visit a wide demographic of patients both in-home or at local nursing facilities to offer emotional support and social interaction.

* Collaborate with MDs, nurses, facility administrators, family members and care takers to understand individual client needs and provide the highest levels of quality care.

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