Savannah Leigh
Tucson, Arizona 661-***-**** *************@*****.***
Skills
● Financial Counseling & Patient Account Management
● Insurance Verification, Billing, & Collections
● Medical Records Management & HIPAA Compliance
● Patient Intake, Scheduling & Administrative Support
● Revenue Generation & Self-Pay Account Resolution
● Microsoft Office Suite & Database Systems
● Communication & Interpersonal Skills
● CPR Certified
Education
Medical Assistant Program – Pima Medical Institute Pending Graduation: October 2025
High School Diploma – South High School
Professional Experience
Financial Counselor – St. Mary’s Hospital (ER)
Tucson, AZ Promotion: June 2025 – Present
● Promoted from Patient Access Representative to Financial Counselor for demonstrated expertise in financial case management.
● Manage inpatient accounts and liabilities, coordinate with insurance providers, and advise patients on financing options.
● Generate six-figure revenue by closing self-pay accounts and resolving complex billing challenges.
● Act as the primary point of contact for financial escalations, recognized as a reliable problem-solver by staff and leadership.
Patient Access Representative – St. Mary’s Hospital (ER) Tucson, AZ September 2024 – June 2025
● Facilitated patient registration and discharge with accurate documentation.
● Verified insurance eligibility and resolved billing inquiries.
● Scheduled specialty appointments and follow-ups while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
● Acted as a liaison between patients, medical staff, and insurance providers to streamline communication.
Medical Records Specialist – Assured Imaging
Tucson, AZ August 2023 – August 2024
● Managed prior authorization requests and coordinated imaging results with medical teams.
● Organized and uploaded patient records and radiology reports into secure EMR systems.
● Handled high-volume mail and e-fax requests accurately and on time.
● Maintained confidentiality while supporting coordination between physicians and technicians.
Externship – Genesis OBGYN (East River Road Location) Tucson, AZ 200-Hour Clinical Externship Spring–Summer 2024
● Conducted patient intake, including vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
● Assisted with patient preparation in a fast-paced women’s health clinic.
● Supported physicians and staff in routine exams and follow-up procedures.
● Strengthened time management, initiative, and emotional intelligence in clinical settings.
● Gained experience working with EMR systems, maintaining HIPAA compliance throughout.
Additional Experience
● Administrative Data Entry Clerk & Distribution Lead April 2022 – May 2023
● Administrative Assistant June 2021 – February 2022
● Front Desk Coordinator January 2021 – May 2021
● Medical Staff Assistant (Volunteer Work) July 2020 – January 2021 References available upon request.