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Shannon Baker

Summary

Experienced Center Administrator with over 10 years of successful direct report management. Skilled in overseeing day-to-day operations in a value-based care clinical setting, with a proven track record of developing and maintaining detailed administrative and procedural processes that reduce redundancy, improve accuracy, and achieve organizational objectives. Strong leadership abilities enable effective team leadership, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and driving innovation. Proficient in Epic, eCW, and other EMR systems. Expertise in Data Hub and coordinating information across departments to resolve problems. Successful in managing operational logistics and streamlining processes for optimal efficiency. Collaborative and adaptable, ensuring seamless team functionality and goal achievement. Ready to utilize organizational management and strategic planning skills in scheduling and resource management as an Associate Operations Director. Offering strong organizational abilities and dedication to professional development within center administration.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Center Administrator

CenterWell
09.2022 - Current

Created excellent culture within center driving excellent customer service

  • Develop and leads implementation for staffing plans, policies and procedures for facility and works closely with clinicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes
  • Sat on project management team to successfully build platform to increase accuracy and ensure prompt patient care with referrals
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, leave requests, and payroll information
  • Assisted in preparation of reports, presentations, memos, and other business documents as needed
  • Managed incoming calls and correspondence in professional manner while prioritizing urgent matters effectively
  • Ensured compliance with company policies regarding data protection regulations
  • Effectively led team of up to 8 direct reports in daily office operations, including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings
  • Works closely and collaboratively with clinicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes
  • Effectively mentored new Center Administrators as well as current Center Administrators
  • Drove high patient engagement resulting in positive patient outcomes
  • Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Referral Coordinator

Humana
08.2019 - 09.2022
  • Managed electronic health records efficiently, safeguarding sensitive patient information while expediting the referral process.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail and organizational skills in managing a high volume of referrals while maintaining exceptional levels of patient care.
  • Responded to patient inquiries to offer timely updates regarding referral status.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationship with referral sources to streamline processing.
  • Established strong relationships with external providers, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration in patient care.
  • Maintained accurate records on in-progress and completed referrals, ensuring full data integrity throughout process.
  • Improved departmental workflow by assisting colleagues with tasks such as appointment scheduling or insurance verification when needed.
  • Assisted with staff training initiatives related to the referral process, sharing expertise gained from professional experience.
  • Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers to ensure broad network of specialists for patient referrals.
  • Improved inter-departmental collaboration by establishing effective referral protocols.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.

Healthcare Representative

Change Healthcare
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Screen patients for Disability/Medicaid/Financial assistance
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently addressing concerns and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted patients in understanding how insurance coverage works and calculated copays.
  • Facilitated efficient clinic operations through effective resource management and adherence to established protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with medical professionals, fostering collaboration in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.
  • Analyzed patients' abilities to pay for services to determine charges on sliding scales.
  • Gathered critical data from various sources for analysis, leading to more targeted interventions and improved health outcomes among patients.
  • Supported patients throughout their healthcare journey by connecting them with appropriate resources both inside and outside the organization.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and self-care management for improved health outcomes.

Nursing Assistant/Behavioral Health Technician

Anmed Health Medical Campus
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Provide high-quality care as an in-demand NA in hospital setting, with med-surg, and psychiatric, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer's, and dementia patients
  • Preserve patient dignity and keep patients comfortable while carrying out outstanding care
  • Commended for chart accuracy, excellent teamwork skills, patient relations, and empathetic care
  • Provided care to up to28 patients at a time
  • Assisted in ADLs, activities, and transferring assistive devices
  • Displayed strong clinical skills in patient care
  • CPI certified/BLS certified
  • Adhered to safety guidelines and completed safety training
  • Complied with HIPAA standards in all patient documentation interactions
  • Epic trained, Computer charting experience
  • Received Excellent Yearly Evaluation and Raise/ Received eight- STAR performance certificates

Athletic Booster Club President

West Oak High School
06.2015 - 08.2018
  • Ordering food/drinks to stock concession stands/athletic team needs
  • Organized special activities and events for existing club members, including service projects, parties and procedural meetings.
  • Formulated and enforced club rules, regulations and policies.
  • Established relationships with club members and maintained positive club standing with trustworthy actions and professionalism.
  • Developed strategic plans with measurable objectives that aligned with the club''s mission and vision.
  • Managed volunteer teams efficiently during events to provide seamless service to guests while maintaining a positive work environment for volunteers themselves.
  • Organized and led monthly meetings for Athletic Booster Club.

Customer Service Manager/Office Manager

Edgewater Development
06.2000 - 08.2017
  • Consistently improve customer satisfaction through expert resolution of conflicts, issues and concerns
  • Managed team of customer service representatives, fostering positive work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing process lags.
  • Managed complex customer issues effectively, navigating multiple internal resources to identify and implement best possible solutions.
  • Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs were met consistently and promptly.
  • Analyzed customer feedback data to identify trends and areas for improvement, driving continuous enhancement of services provided.
  • Created and reviewed invoices to confirm accuracy.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to develop tailored solutions for prospective clients, resulting in increased revenue generation opportunities.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Substitute Teacher

School District of Oconee County
08.2004 - 06.2006
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.

Education

Bachelor's - Psychology w/e of social work

Southern New Hampshire University
12.2024

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Medical terminology
  • Electronic medical records
  • Geriatric Patient monitoring
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Dementia Care
  • Behavioral Health
  • Classroom Management
  • Primary care
  • Medicare
  • Managed care
  • Microsoft Excel
  • EMR systems
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Insurance verification
  • Flexibility
  • Team building and leadership
  • Phone triage
  • Customer service
  • Data collection
  • Scheduling management
  • Documentation Review
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Social Work
  • Operations management

Training

  • Management & leadership skills: Impact & influence — Proficient
  • August2021
  • Choosing the most effective strategy to inspire and influence others to meet business objectives
  • Full results: Proficient
  • Middle school classroom management — Proficient
  • July2019
  • Minimizing classroom disruption and engaging students
  • High school classroom management — Proficient
  • Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient
  • September2021
  • Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions
  • Office manager — Proficient
  • Scheduling and budgeting
  • Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.

Certification

  • CPR Certification
  • First Aid Certification
  • Substitute Teaching Certification
  • AED Certification

Timeline

Center Administrator

CenterWell
09.2022 - Current

Referral Coordinator

Humana
08.2019 - 09.2022

Healthcare Representative

Change Healthcare
09.2018 - 08.2019

Nursing Assistant/Behavioral Health Technician

Anmed Health Medical Campus
08.2017 - 09.2018

Athletic Booster Club President

West Oak High School
06.2015 - 08.2018

Substitute Teacher

School District of Oconee County
08.2004 - 06.2006

Customer Service Manager/Office Manager

Edgewater Development
06.2000 - 08.2017

Bachelor's - Psychology w/e of social work

Southern New Hampshire University
Shannon Baker