Tonisha Brown
Margate FL ***********@*****.*** 954-***-****
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented healthcare operations professional with 10+ years of experience in scheduling, patient access, provider coordination, and healthcare administration. Proven ability to manage high-volume scheduling workflows, ensure accurate data entry, and collaborate across clinical, pharmacy, and administrative teams. Recognized for delivering exceptional customer service, leveraging Excel/Outlook proficiency for scheduling accuracy, and resolving issues through proactive communication and critical thinking. Seeking to contribute expertise as a Scheduling/Coordination Specialist in a patient-focused healthcare organization. Core Competencies
• Patient Scheduling & Coordination
• Nursing & Provider Support
• Customer Service & Call Center Operations
• Excel & Outlook (Advanced)
• Data Entry & Accuracy
• HIPAA & Regulatory Compliance
• Cross-Functional Communication (phone, email, fax, IM)
• Issue Investigation & Resolution
• Training & Staff Development
• Problem-Solving & Multitasking
Professional Experience
Confinement Status Specialist
Broward Sheriff’s Office, Fort Lauderdale, FL May 2025 – Aug 2025
• Managed real-time data entry and updates in the Jail Management System (JMS).
• Coordinated schedules and programs for in-custody and out-of-custody individuals.
• Responded to time-sensitive inquiries and maintained accuracy under pressure. Patient Access Ambassador
Memorial Healthcare, Miramar, FL Feb 2024 – Apr 2025
• Scheduled and coordinated 200+ daily patient appointments in EPIC, ensuring timely visits and minimizing conflicts.
• Verified insurance, completed registrations, and maintained accuracy to support care delivery.
• Collaborated with providers, nurses, and departments to resolve scheduling conflicts and support continuity of care.
• Delivered 95%+ patient satisfaction ratings by providing efficient and empathetic customer service.
• Managed patient inquiries via phone, email, and portal messages, ensuring quick turnaround and resolution.
Provider Relationship Associate / Manager
Healthmap Solutions (Remote), Tampa, FL Apr 2022 – Jan 2024
• Acted as liaison between providers, patients, and care management teams to coordinate referrals and appointments.
• Utilized Excel, Tableau, and Compass to track provider performance and monitor patient care compliance.
• Supervised and trained staff, improving scheduling accuracy and workflow efficiency by 15%.
• Communicated across multiple platforms (email, phone, IM) with providers and staff to ensure referral accuracy.
• Recognized for proactive issue resolution and delivering program goals for patient engagement.
Administrative Assistant
Florida Department of Health, Fort Lauderdale, FL May 2016 – Feb 2022
• Directed operations for healthcare call center, managing scheduling for family planning and immunization services.
• Created and monitored schedules for staff; ensured proper staffing coverage and timely patient care.
• Maintained multiple Excel tracking sheets to manage call volumes, scheduling needs, and departmental tasks.
• Processed payroll and coordinated staff assignments while ensuring HIPAA compliance and audit readiness.
• Responded to inquiries from patients and providers, resolving issues with professionalism and accuracy.
Education
Keiser University Paralegal Studies – Present
Coconut Creek High School High School Diploma
Technical Skills
• Software: EPIC, Compass, Tableau, Avaya, MERLIN, FLShots
• Tools: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel – pivot tables, formulas; Outlook – scheduling & inbox management), G Suite
• Compliance: HIPAA, CMS Guidelines