Nathan Lihte
Denver
Summary
Detail-oriented Operations and Administrative Professional with expertise in office management, stakeholder relations, project coordination, and billing operations. Delivered executive-level support across healthcare, higher education, and public-interest sectors. Proven ability to manage complex responsibilities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR
Albuquerque Psychiatry & Psychology, LLC
03.2025 - 06.2026
- Managed front-office operations for a behavioral health practice supporting six providers and hundreds of active patients.
- Coordinated scheduling, billing, patient communications, and administrative workflows to support efficient day-to-day practice operations.
- Processed insurance claims, patient payments, and billing activities while assisting with claim resolution and coverage inquiries.
- Maintained confidential patient records and ensured compliance with privacy and documentation requirements.
- Served as a primary point of contact for patients, providers, and insurance carriers, resolving issues and facilitating continuity of care.
- Supported the implementation of a new practice management platform, assisting with scheduling, billing, client management, and operational workflow transitions.
PRIVATE TUTOR
Teach English Academy
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Delivered individualized English-language instruction to K-12 students throughout Madrid.
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to student learning objectives and academic needs.
- Assisted students with coursework, homework completion, and project-based learning.
- Madrid, Spain
CHIEF OF STAFF
Graduate & Professional Student Association, University of New Mexico
09.2015 - 05.2018
- Coordinated administrative processes supporting the allocation and oversight of more than $32 million in annual student fee funding across university programs and initiatives.
- Served as a liaison between student leadership and university administration, representing graduate and professional student interests on institutional boards, committees, and strategic initiatives.
- Managed organizational operations including scheduling, communications, project tracking, budgeting support, and event coordination.
- Planned and executed campus-wide meetings, programs, and special events involving students, faculty, and university leadership.
- Collaborated with state legislators and university stakeholders to advocate for higher education funding and capital improvement projects.
STATE PRESIDENT / INTERN
New Mexico Public Interest Research Group
01.2013 - 08.2015
- Led grassroots advocacy campaigns involving students, faculty, and community stakeholders on public policy and consumer protection issues.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment, training, and engagement efforts supporting statewide campaign objectives.
- Managed media outreach and served as an organizational spokesperson in interactions with local press and community organizations.
- Organized events, meetings, and strategic initiatives designed to increase public awareness and stakeholder participation.
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Atencio Law Office, P.C.
08.2008 - 12.2012
- Supported attorneys in case preparation through legal research, document drafting, and file management.
- Maintained confidential legal records and assisted with preparation of court filings and supporting documentation.
- Coordinated client communications and appointment scheduling, streamlining administrative operations to enhance office workflow.
- Delivered high-quality client service as primary point of contact for incoming inquiries, fostering positive client relationships.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science & Economics
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM06-2026
Skills
- Operations Management
- Office Administration
- Executive Support
- Project Coordination
- Healthcare Administration
- Insurance Billing & Claims
- Stakeholder Relations
- Customer service
- Event Planning
- Public Communications
- Legislative Advocacy
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
Leadership Experience
- Education Advisory Council to U.S. Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham
- Higher Learning Commission Accreditation Steering Committee
- Dean of Students Search Committee
- GPSA Executive Board
- New Mexico PIRG State Executive Board
Timeline
PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR
Albuquerque Psychiatry & Psychology, LLC
03.2025 - 06.2026
PRIVATE TUTOR
Teach English Academy
08.2018 - 07.2019
CHIEF OF STAFF
Graduate & Professional Student Association, University of New Mexico
09.2015 - 05.2018
STATE PRESIDENT / INTERN
New Mexico Public Interest Research Group
01.2013 - 08.2015
LEGAL ASSISTANT
Atencio Law Office, P.C.
08.2008 - 12.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science & Economics
University of New Mexico