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Lori Ricks

Helena

Summary

Accomplished Lead Scheduler at St Peter’s Health, adept at optimizing staff schedules and enhancing patient flow. Proven team leader with effective communication skills, driving operational efficiency and customer service excellence. Successfully managed budgets and payroll as a business owner, showcasing decision-making prowess. Committed to continuous learning and improvement in healthcare settings.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Scheduler

St Peter’s Health
Helena, MT
02.2016 - Current
  • Coordinated scheduling of over 32 staff members in 4 different areas to optimize operational efficiency. To ensure adequate coverage at all times.
  • Analyzed workforce data to identify trends and adjust schedules for improved performance.
  • Interview and fill vacant positions.
  • Register and schedule patients optimizing patient flow including insurance verification and prior authorization.
  • Practice and prioritize HIPPA standards
  • Completed yearly performance evaluations.
  • Customer service excellence
  • Liasion between Patient access and other departments and clinics
  • Resolve and follow through with patient and personnel complaints

Diagnostic Imaging Scheduler

St. Peter’s Health
Helena, MT
05.2004 - 02.2016
  • Coordinated imaging appointments to optimize scheduling and resource allocation for various modalities.
  • Assisted patients with pre-appointment preparations, ensuring a seamless experience and gold standard care.
  • Managed patient records utilizing electronic health record systems for accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed the rehabilitation and nutritional department schedules.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to streamline processes and improve patient flow.

Wellness Technician

St Peter’s Health
Helena, MT
11.2003 - 05.2004

Provided employee health screens on and off campus.

Scheduled, verified and pre registered employees for their wellness screens.

Business Owner

Self
Island Park, ID
10.1995 - 11.2003

Handling budgets, payroll of 10 plus employees, Expenses,ensuring profitability.

Overseeing daily activities including food safety, inventory, supplier relations and maintenance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Butte High School
Butte, MT

No Degree - EMI Intermediate

Fremont County
St Anthony Idaho

Skills

  • Team leadership qualities
  • Decision-making
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Effective communication techniques

Timeline

Lead Scheduler

St Peter’s Health
02.2016 - Current

Diagnostic Imaging Scheduler

St. Peter’s Health
05.2004 - 02.2016

Wellness Technician

St Peter’s Health
11.2003 - 05.2004

Business Owner

Self
10.1995 - 11.2003

High School Diploma -

Butte High School

No Degree - EMI Intermediate

Fremont County
Lori Ricks