Sonya Johnson
Warren, MI ***** *****************@*****.*** 313-***-****
Professional Summary
Results-driven Medical Office Manager with over 15 years of healthcare administration, clinical operations, and team leadership experience. Skilled in EMR/EHR management (Athenahealth, Epic, Centricity), medical billing and coding, prior authorization processing, and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, OSHA, DEA). Proven ability to streamline workflows, improve patient satisfaction, and manage high-volume practices with exceptional attention to detail. Adept at staff training, budget oversight, and strategic planning to drive operational excellence.
Core Competencies
• Medical Office Administration & Practice Management
• EMR/EHR Systems: Athenahealth, Epic, Centricity
• Prior Authorizations & Insurance Verification
• Medical Billing, Coding, and Revenue Cycle Management
• HIPAA, OSHA, and DEA Regulatory Compliance
• Staff Recruitment, Training & Performance Management
• Scheduling: Providers, Staff, and Surgical Procedures
• Patient Relations & Conflict Resolution
• Clinical Workflow Optimization
• Budgeting & Expense Control
• KPI Tracking & Quality Improvement Initiatives
Professional Experience
Internal Medicine Office Manager
Cornerstone Medical Group / Lakefront Internist – Saint Clair Shores, MI
Jan 2024 – Present
• Oversee daily operations of a high-volume internal medicine practice, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and quality patient care delivery.
• Superuser for Athenahealth and Epic EMR systems for scheduling, charting, billing, and documentation.
• Manage prior authorizations via Evicore, Carelon, and CoverMyMeds for imaging, medications, and referrals.
• Lead utilization review processes to support efficient care management.
• Reorganized staff roles to improve workflow and productivity, reducing patient wait times.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze workflow metrics, and implement process improvement initiatives.
Office Manager
Comprehensive Urology – Royal Oak, MI
Jun 2023 – Jan 2024
• Managed administrative and medical assistant teams for a busy urology practice.
• Oversaw surgical scheduling, imaging orders, and daily reconciliation of patient payments.
• Verified insurance, co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles prior to procedures.
• Utilized Centricity, Epic, and Athena systems for patient scheduling and documentation.
Office Manager
Biomed Behavioral Healthcare PC – Roseville, MI
Aug 2018 – Jun 2023
• Directed operations across two behavioral health clinic locations.
• Ensured compliance with DEA, HIPAA, OSHA, and accreditation standards.
• Oversaw ordering of medical/office supplies, staff training, and vendor coordination.
• Led facility maintenance and safety oversight, including contractor management.
• Coordinated patient satisfaction surveys and implemented improvements.
Technical Customer Care Analyst
North American Bancard – Troy, MI
Jul 2017 – Aug 2018
• Provided B2B client support for financial transaction systems and troubleshooting.
• Monitored call quality, coached peers, and documented CRM case tracking.
• Resolved escalated issues, ensuring client satisfaction and compliance.
Education
Associate’s Degree in Business Management – Baker College
Certifications
Certified Medical Assistant– Expires Aug 2026
CPR Certified