GAYL OLSON
Woodbury, Minnesota *****
*********@*****.*** 651-***-****
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Collaborative, highly motivated and resourceful Healthcare professional with a proven track record of success in standardizing procedures and strong leadership skills. An established record of achievement combining strengths in diverse areas of organizational development. Recognized for strong work ethic, positive attitude and the ability to develop strong relationships. Effective communicator with the ability to build rapport with management, co-workers and clients at all levels. Dedicated, goal-driven team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MINNESOTA, Eagan, Minnesota August 1998 – Present
Inbound Analyst (August 2016 – Present)
Consistently achieve 100% accuracy and exceed expectations for daily file cycle times
Pull and review reports to verify electronic enrollment files
Identify and resolve 834 compliance errors
Load and post electronic enrollment files
Serve as the main contact to support clients and vendors regarding inbound files
Provide communication with sales, clients and vendors on file issues
Accountable for 1X files
Provide communication and technical support to Enrollment Billing Representative regarding inbound electronic files and client specific questions
Serve as the Inbound Enrollment Process Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Quality Review Specialist II / Lead Tech (August 2013 – August 2016)
Conducted quality review of enrollment activities, benefit set up, billing, ID cards, and other related activities
Provided recommendations on viable solutions, workarounds, and system enhancements to reduce errors and improve overall accuracy
Compiled results and provided regular and timely assessment of individuals and departments
Communicated quality performance results and trends to staff and leadership when needed
Maintained confidentiality in the performance of accountabilities
Participated on responding to and resolving disputes/appeals of review findings
Led audit related focus groups
Assisted with identifying training needs
Built audit procedures to support enrollment for State Exchange
Supervisor (April 2005 – August 2013)
Determined work procedures, prepared schedules, and approved workflows
Evaluated and assessed workflow procedures to ensure service objectives were met
Prepared reports and monitored individual and team performance within the Resource Team (iHub, Eligibility, Corr team, Clerical team and Status Code team)
Performed interviews and hired employees
Conducted performance evaluations bi-annually for 16 staff members
Provided coaching and guidance surrounding attendance, production, and quality
Worked closely with Sales, Service, Underwriting, Finance, and customers from all areas
Identified training needs to ensure consistency along with meeting policies and procedures
Provided monthly feedback to staff surrounding individual and team performance
Trained in Six Sigma methodologies
Promoted team building activities; StrengthsFinder, BCBS Community Garden, Feed My Starving Children
Technical Specialist (December 2001 – April 2005)
Provided help to staff with complex issues surrounding cash/billing
Assisted with training, coaching, and development of process improvement
Performed monthly audits to identify training and process improvement areas
Served as a primary resource to staff for all membership related issues
Helped develop materials and guidelines for membership staff
Performed changes bills, involving rate and contract differences
Enrollment Specialist III (June 2001 – December 2001)
Enrollment Specialist II (December 1999 – June 2001)
Enrollment Specialist I (August 1998 – December 1999)
Quickly promoted through Enrollment Specialist levels due to superior reliability and efficiency
Achieved 100% audit accuracy each month
Performed complex functions: disbands, history swaps, and group audits
Researched membership referrals related to claims actions
Served as a Technical Resource, trained and mentored Enrollment Specialist I & II
Researched and processed Status Codes 08 & 09’s to release claims for final adjudication
Attended meetings with groups and/or account representatives
Investigated and applied unidentified cash to specific accounts
Performed data entry and distributed monthly billings to groups
Maintained contact with various groups and marketing representatives
Organized and completed applications in a timely manner
Researched, analyzed, and resolved applications and/or reports accurately
BHSI – BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MINNESOTA July 1996 – August 1998
Clinic Coordinator
EDUCATION
CENTURY COLLEGE, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Business Administration Coursework Studied – 28 credits
LAKE SUPERIOR COLLEGE, Duluth, Minnesota
General Coursework Studied - 12 credits
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Duluth, Minnesota
General Coursework Studied - 37 credits