1. Michele L. Petrosky
7081 Smithfield Ave. Brooksville, FL 34609 352-597-7441 (H) 352-585-6442 (C)
www.linkedin.com/in/michelepetroskyjd2015 ppetrosky@tampabay.rr.com
Legal Professional
A Recognized Expert in Processes and Documentation within the Legal Sector
Dynamic and reliable legal professional with years of progressive experience, paired with a strong
educational foundation. Possess an impermeable work ethic and strong desire to serve others with the
utmost in personalized service. Loyal and committed project manager with an innate ability to complete
initiatives ahead of schedule and exceedingly above expectations. Excels in fast-paced settings as both
a team member and independent contributor. Seeking a role that will allow for continued use of legal
skills; targeting local opportunities that will offer Attorney or Judge mentorship. Also open to
challenging roles within a healthcare corporation, insurance company or corporate legal department
that will leverage talents gleaned during legal studies.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Litigation Support Insurance Claims Resolution Health Law Employment Discrimination Law
Legal Documentation & Reporting Claims Reviews Contract Agreements & Negotiation
Leadership
Time Management Organization Critical Thinking Problem Solving Strategic Planning &
Analysis
Microsoft Office Adobe SharePoint (user) People Net Westlaw Peachtree Accounting
LexisNexis Windows/MAC OS Data Management Due Diligence Attention to Detail
EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
BILLEEZE, INC., Spring Hill, FL 2011 – Current
Medical Biller
Complete data entry for all received client claims using Medisoft program. Pass along medical records
to undergo the claims review process and post claims payments post-review. Settle aging report issues,
e.g. outstanding claims, invalid denials, etc. Instruct and mentor new and existing personnel on data
entry, software use, billing and audit processes. Facilitate regularly-held employee meetings.
Efficaciously handle billing for a practice that yields $1.5M in revenue yearly
Appealed denial of claims resulting in collecting funds for the chiropractic practice; funds
collected total $800K thus far
Resolved unpaid claims over the course of 30 days that had been outstanding for a year or two;
yielded a collection of $25K total to date
DAVITA, INC., New Port Richey/Spring Hill, FL 1994 – 2010
Regional Operations Coordinator, SunRays Divisional Office 2007 – 2010
Fueled the successful transfer of operations, employees and all pertinent processes. Direct executive
support to two Regional Operations Directors. Constructed time-sensitive reports ahead of deadline and
with complete precision. Authored letters for Physicians and vendors as needed that included pertinent
updates and, for vendors, information on how to establish contracts with the company. Devised and
shared PowerPoint presentations during monthly meetings with Regional Director and Facility
Administrators. Assessed medical records for accuracy and detail.
Effectively updated and maintained supervisor’s Outlook schedule; included coordinating
meetings, important events and travel engagements. Liaised efficiently between corporate legal
departments and regional staff to construct leases, vendor agreements and contracts
Developed and maintained introduction program for new employees as part of a welcoming
onboarding process; included built-in time for hired to complete all employment paperwork
Administrative Assistant/Office Manager, DaVita Hernando Kidney Center 2002 –2007
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Managed administrative duties for a dialysis clinic. Oversaw efforts of three other administrative
employees. Maintain employee records. Tracked and entered employee hours in People Net. Controlled
and monitored inventory; ordered all needed medical and office supplies as stock ran low.
Administrative Assistant/Office Manager, Hernando Kidney Center Continued
Collaborated with vendors to secure the most competitive and advantageous rates. Handled all patient
admission procedures, insurance verification processes and staff scheduling efforts.
t Noted divisionally as an accomplished and long-standing administrative staff member; trained
new Administrative Assistants as needed throughout the division for other dialysis clinics
t Recognized as a staff resource for Worker’s Compensation, benefits and payroll issues
o Reported employee injuries to our Worker’s Compensation insurance provider and helped
reporting employee complete a written incident report
o Aided staff members in brainstorming any safety issues and implementing processes to
avoid future accidents.
t Also fulfilled payroll and benefit duties
o Tallied personnel hours and entered them into Peoplenet
o Held meetings to explain the enrollment process for the upcoming year’s benefit period,
described the health and dental options available, as well as short/long-term disability
and flexible spending account options
o Touched on employer group life insurance offerings, vision benefits, 401k plans and stock
choices, as well as varying costs for employee vs. family coverage and enrollment
deadlines
Patient Insurance Coordinator, Sunsational Divisional Office 1999-2002
Served as an Administrative Assistant for the divisional Patient Financial Manager. Fostered positive
relations between the facility social worker, patients and the American Kidney Fund in an effort to
obtain patient funding and insurance.
t Conducted facility compliance surveys of admission processes and patient medical records
t Trained employees on company’s new electronic medical records system
Administrative Assistant/Patient Care Technician, DaVita Hernando Kidney Center 1994 –
1999
Responded to the Center’s admissions, insurance verification and scheduling needs. Maintained and
audited all medical and employee records. Interviewed prospective new staff members; assessed their
respective levels of qualification and hire eligibility. Coordinated travel arrangements for personnel.
Ordered clinical and office supplies to replenish inventory when stock fell below usual levels. Served in
a Hemodialysis Technician role and worked diligently to deliver the utmost in patient care.
t Audited medical record chart for written record completion; implemented training for nursing
and patient care staff regarding purpose of accuracy and completion, i.e. avoidance of
malpractice lawsuits
t Executed stock ordering protocols to eliminate over-ordering and reduce monthly expenses
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
t Certified Nursing Assistant, Evergreen Woods, Spring Hill, FL, 1993 – 1994
t Certified Nursing Assistant, Attleboro Nursing Home, Newtown, PA, 1990 – 1993
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
LLM, Insurance Law, Thomas M. Cooley Law School (ongoing part-time online studies)
Juris Doctor, Concord Law School Kaplan, 2015 (Ranked in Top Third)
Bachelor of Science, Legal Studies, Kaplan University, 2010 (Summa cum Laude)
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Alumnae, Golden Key International Honour Society
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Alumnae, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Member, National American Constitution Society
Member, National Federalist Society
Former Member, Concord Law School ACS Board
Alumnae Member, Student Bar Association