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Melissa Gonzalez

Fort Mill

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with over 10 years of extensive experience in patient access and customer service. Currently excelling as a Patient Access Specialist, I possess a strong track record of enhancing operational efficiency, managing sensitive information, and delivering exceptional service in high-pressure environments. Committed to continuous learning, I am currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Cybersecurity at Rasmussen University and have proudly earned a spot on the Dean's List. Seeking a challenging role as a Patient Access Representative to leverage my skills and dedication to improving patient experiences.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Access Specialist

Cencora
03.2021 - Current

- Lead daily operations and proactively resolve challenges to minimize downtime, ensuring seamless patient access and service delivery.
- Analyze and document payer trends, providing insights on reimbursement patterns and identifying areas for improvement in billing and claims processes.
- Cultivate strong relationships with internal and external service providers, ensuring adherence to program policies and service level agreements.
- Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality regarding patient-sensitive information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
- Communicate effectively within the department to ensure alignment on policies and report regional issues, identifying opportunities for operational enhancements.
- Undertake additional responsibilities, including benefit verifications and Patient Assistance Program determinations, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to team success.

Assistant Property Manager

Westdale Asset Management
02.2016 - 08.2019

- Drove tenant occupancy rates by facilitating engaging property viewings and enhancing the overall leasing experience.
- Established a proactive communication system with tenants, swiftly addressing concerns and streamlining rental payment processes.
- Developed and implemented an organized property filing system, significantly improving report tracking and document accessibility.

  • Oversaw monthly collections and maintained high payment rates by building positive relationships with tenants.
  • Coordinated move-ins and move-outs, ensuring smooth transitions for both tenants and property management team.

Benefits & Claims Specialist

Key Benefit Administrators
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely communication, empathy, and clear explanations of claim outcomes.
  • Managed a high volume of claims effectively by prioritizing tasks and maintaining excellent organizational skills.
  • Developed strong working relationships with external partners such as adjusters, legal counsel, and medical professionals to facilitate efficient claim resolution processes.
  • Settled complex claims fairly by applying critical thinking, negotiation skills, and detailed knowledge of insurance policies.

Leasing Consultant

Northland Investment Corporation
09.2013 - 09.2015
  • Delivered informative property tours to prospective residents, highlighting unique amenities and features tailored to their needs.
  • Assisted prospective tenants in paperwork completion and other logistics to facilitate smooth move-in processes.
  • Facilitated smooth move-ins for new residents by preparing lease agreements and coordinating logistics efficiently.
  • Conducted thorough market research to stay informed of current trends and competitor offerings.
  • Greeted clients, showed apartments, and prepared leases.
  • Assisted with property management tasks, ensuring timely completion of maintenance requests and rent collections.

Bilingual Customer Service Representative

Convergys
02.2012 - 12.2013
  • Assisted customers with Spanish-language inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Managed high-volume inbound calls, effectively prioritizing issues to ensure swift resolution and minimize hold times for customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complex inquiries in both English and Spanish languages.
  • Communicated with management when customer issues escalated and worked to find resolutions.
  • Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction through empathetic listening, timely problem resolution, and personalized attention.

Education

Associate of Science - Network Systems Administration

Rasmussen University
Minnesota
09-2026

Skills

    Exceptional Customer Relations

    Strong Networking Abilities

    Innovative Creative Thinking

    Effective Team Collaboration

    Task Prioritization and Time Management

    Multitasking and Organizational Skills

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Patient Access Specialist

Cencora
03.2021 - Current

Assistant Property Manager

Westdale Asset Management
02.2016 - 08.2019

Benefits & Claims Specialist

Key Benefit Administrators
10.2015 - 05.2016

Leasing Consultant

Northland Investment Corporation
09.2013 - 09.2015

Bilingual Customer Service Representative

Convergys
02.2012 - 12.2013

Associate of Science - Network Systems Administration

Rasmussen University
Melissa Gonzalez