Nachiket Bawankule
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record of guiding teams to achieve project objectives while cultivating a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Exceptional communication skills and a talent for motivating team members foster a culture of engagement and productivity. Adept at conflict resolution, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining team harmony. Committed to driving performance improvements and upholding the highest standards of quality in every endeavor.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Manager
IKS Health
07.2025 - Current
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Boosted employee satisfaction through regular performance reviews, constructive feedback, and personal development plans.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient task delegation and time management strategies.
- Developed a high-performing team by recruiting top talent, providing ongoing training, and fostering a positive work environment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional departments to drive cohesive efforts towards common goals and objectives.
- Improved overall team morale with effective motivational techniques like reward programs, recognition events, and transparent communication practices.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.
- Achieved project deadlines consistently by closely monitoring progress and proactively addressing any potential roadblocks.
Team Leader
Credence Resource Management
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
- Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Oversaw and inspired a group of 21 staff members, including 1 SME (Subject Matter Expert), by offering direction, instruction, and performance reviews to enhance output and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Total control over operations, upholding standard operating procedures, and team-wide compliance.
- Providing daily briefings and team meetings with the information the team needs to perform their work well.
- Keeping track of all client comments and inquiries and promptly attending to them.
- Arrange weekly, biweekly, and monthly client calls
Sr Account Receivable Executive
Credence Resource Management
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Establishing organizational policies and strategic plans for prior authorization processes.
- Ensuring alignment with overall healthcare compliance and business objectives.
- Leading and supervising teams of prior authorization specialists and medical reviewers.
- Facilitating communication across departments such as clinical, operations, and billing.
- Developing and implementing efficient workflows for obtaining prior authorizations.
- Using technology and automation tools to streamline approvals and reduce turnaround times.
- Ensuring adherence to insurance provider requirements, federal and state regulations, and industry standards.
- Keeping abreast of policy changes and updating procedures accordingly.
- Overseeing ongoing staff training on insurance policies, documentation requirements, and coding.
- Promoting continuous improvement and professional development.
- Establishing KPIs and metrics for prior authorization success rates, denial management, and turnaround times.
- Analyzing data to identify areas for improvement and reporting to senior leadership.
- Acting as a liaison between healthcare providers, insurance companies, and internal teams.
- Addressing escalated issues and resolving complex authorization challenges.
- Overseeing the maintenance and integration of prior authorization software systems.
- Advocating for system enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Executive - Accounts Receivable
Pacific BPO, An Access Healthcare Company
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Reduce days sales outstanding (DSO) through effective follow-up.
- Ensure accurate coding and documentation to facilitate smooth claims processing.
- Collaborate with other departments such as billing, coding, and patient services.
- Implement strategies for improving collection rates and reducing bad debts.
- Stay updated on payer policies, coding changes, and regulatory requirements.
- Analyze trends in denials and develop corrective actions.
Trainee - Accounts Receivable
Ascent Business Solutions
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
- Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
- Filled out timesheets and paperwork according to identified requirements.
- Completed comprehensive training modules to gain proficiency in industry-specific software, contributing to more efficient project execution.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to offer insights, fostering collaborative work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth
06.2023
High School Diploma -
Nanaji Joshi Junior College
Shahapur, Bhandara06.2012
No Degree - Middle School Education
LBS Highschool
06.2010
Skills
- Proficient in revenue cycle processes
- Healthcare industry specialist
- Data governance expert
- Expert in claims denial resolution
- Strong leadership abilities
- Analytical expertise
- Accounts receivable professional
- Skilled in adjusting to change
- Efficient at acquiring new skills
- Proficient in team dynamics
- Expertise in Microsoft Office applications
- Experienced in Power BI analytics
- Experienced in time management strategies
- Employee assessment professional
- Detail-oriented professional
- Corporate social responsibility specialist
- Effective client engagement
- Skilled in deadline coordination
- Budget oversight experience
- Employee training expert
- Skilled in team management
- Collaborative team facilitator
- Quality enhancement professional
- Team supervision
- Leadership skills
- Workflow optimization
- Compliance management
Languages
Marathi
Hindi
English
Clinic management software
- eClinical Works
- Paragon
- Alpha collector
- G4 Centricity
- CGM
- Aprima
- Telcor
- Epremis
- Advanced MD
- Salesforce
- LIMS
Hobbies and Interests
- Trekking
- Reading novels
- Cooking
Timeline
Team Manager
IKS Health
07.2025 - Current
Team Leader
Credence Resource Management
01.2024 - 06.2025
Sr Account Receivable Executive
Credence Resource Management
01.2023 - 12.2023
Executive - Accounts Receivable
Pacific BPO, An Access Healthcare Company
04.2019 - 11.2019
Trainee - Accounts Receivable
Ascent Business Solutions
03.2018 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth
High School Diploma -
Nanaji Joshi Junior College
No Degree - Middle School Education
LBS Highschool
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