Michele Mazanec, Mhrm, Phr, Shrm-Cp Email & Phone Number

Bloomington, Mn

Centrex Rehab provides integrated therapy services that address the unique needs of the evolving health care market. With more than 300 employees, Centrex Rehab offers a broad range of rehabilitative therapies, on-call support and consulting services. The Centrex model allows facilities to improve the health of their patients, while reducing the cost of care and administration and eliminating billing/service crossovers. Centrex currently has a presence in Minnesota, Colorado, and Ohio. As the HR Director, I oversee all strategic and operational HR functions within the organization. Thus far I have successfully implemented a new timekeeping system, streamlined our onboarding process, and integrated core competencies into our selection processes, job descriptions and performance evaluations while supporting significant and fast paced growth, locally and nationally. We primarily recruit rehabilitation therapists: Physical Therapists, PTAs, Occupational Therapists, COTAs, and Speech Language Pathologists. We are always looking for good talent! http://www.centrexrehab.com/join-the-team/

Bloomington, Mn

I partnered with managers and leadership on overall talent management endeavors, particularly in the areas of employee recruitment, training and performance. I continuously looked for ways to streamline HR processes and implement HR best practices throughout the organization. During my employment at FirstService Residential, we rolled out a comprehensive safety awareness training program, transitioned over 500 employees to a new payroll and HR platform, ensured a smooth transition for acquired employees and successfully completed a critical regulatory compliance project.

St. Paul, Mn

• Directed human resource, finance, and administrative functions and staff• Led human resource initiatives, practices, and communications• Involved with day-to-day human resource and benefits administration• Drove company benefits decisions; assumed 401(k) fiduciary role• Delivered human resource best practices counsel to leadership • Partnered with managers on recruitment and retention endeavors• Oversaw performance management and compensation processes • Created and maintained company policies and procedures• Handled employee onboarding and separation processes• Collaborated with COO on staffing budgets and forecasting• Managed project for new office build-out and relocation• Implemented new information systems and technology

St. Paul, Mn

• Managed various HR generalist functions including payroll and benefits administration• Assumed roles of internal HR advisor and Paychex HR Services liaison • Directed the creation and implementation of employee handbook • Prepared and completed accounting journal entries • Maintained and reviewed general ledger accuracy• Performed multiple reconciliations of various complexities• Ensured completion of timely monthly reports and financial statements• Created and maintained supporting accounting and monitoring schedules• Assisted CFO with budgeting, process flow management, and year-end close • Responsible for processing and maintenance of vendor accounts payable• Position involved extensive research and problem solving abilities• Subject matter expert in Microsoft Office applications

St. Paul, Mn

• Performed HR-related line management duties and responsibilities • Recruited, trained and supervised billing and reporting team • Administered performance evaluations and progressive discipline • Managed personnel issues and conducted conflict management• Led team meetings, departmental transitions, and company training • Directed flow of billing and reporting cycle; ensured departmental efficiencies • Participated in internal developmental committees and administrative meetings• Created, streamlined, and implemented templates, protocol, and processes• Prepared and maintained client budget spreadsheets; tracked client expenditures • Generated invoices for million dollar revenue clients utilizing complex spreadsheets• Served as liaison between field managers and internal departments• Supported 40 plus field staff in billing and reporting capacity

Mendota Heights, Mn

• Consecutively sustained top rank in A/R past-due cash throughout company nationwide • Consistently collected more than 84% and up to 94% of monthly cash for 2 ½ years• Created best practice protocols for collection on accounts• Implemented effective tactics for dealing with past-due cash

West St. Paul, Mn

• Responsible for leading board meetings and managing school staffing, licensing, and liability insurance • Assisted in budgeting and forecasting; implemented budget cuts to ensure school survival • Produced more than 50% of total revenue via fundraising thus permitting the school to obtain funds for marketing to generate enrollment• Increased enrollment by more than 50% via assertive and creative marketing tactics; failing school prior to taking on board position is still in existence today

Eagan, Mn

Master Of Arts (Ma), Human Resource Management

Activities and Societies: Treasurer and Founding Member of SHRM Student ChapterGraduated with a 4.0 Grade Point Average Capstone.

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), International Management/Spanish Language And Literature

Activities and Societies: Spain Study Abroad Program, Spanish National Honor Society

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