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Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
  • H: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Skills
  • Positive Attitude
  • Computer Skills
  • Clear Communication
  • Overcoming Objections
  • Scheduling and Calendar Management
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Incoming Call Reception
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multi-Line Phone Systems
  • Positive Attitude and Energetic
  • Visitor and Customer Relations
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Customer Complaint Resolution
  • Administrative Support
  • Prioritization and Time Management
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Data Entry and Database Software
  • Microsoft Office
  • Calendar Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Call Answering and Routing
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Courteous and Professional
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Reliable and Punctual
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Records Management
  • Professional Telephone Demeanor
  • Customer Relations Abilities
  • Schedule Management Expertise
  • Documentation Skills
  • Claims Handling
  • Office Supply Management
  • Word Processing
  • Spreadsheet Tracking
  • Office Equipment Maintenance
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Problem-Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Referral Coordination
  • Personal Initiative
  • Meeting Support
  • Relationship Building
Experience
Scheduling Specialist, 06/2021 - Current
Adventist Health System Bethesda, MD,
  • Provided exceptional customer service through effective telephone communication and follow-ups.
  • Overcame objections with persuasive approach, highlighting benefits and deflecting concerns.
  • Qualified customers' interest levels by building trust through conversation and utilizing provided scripts.
  • Created new accounts and updated existing [Type] accounts with most current details.
  • Used athena to document calls and schedule appointments.
  • Distributed to team members to support open communication and quality customer service.
  • Gave out knowledgeable details regarding business offerings and procedures.
  • Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate staff members.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Provided information regarding services and policies.
Medical Biller, 02/2019 - 06/2021
Ensign Group Riverside, CA,
  • Submitted claims to insurance companies.
  • Trained new team members on company policies and accounting systems to keep team operations productive and efficient.
  • Communicated with insurance representatives to complete claims processing or resolve problem claims.
  • Reviewed legal claims for accuracy and issues.
  • Executed account updates and noted account information in company data systems.
  • Contacted insurance providers to verify insurance information and obtain billing authorization.
  • Reviewed engine assigned codes and modifiers to update and verify accuracy.
  • Accurately input procedure codes, diagnosis codes and patient information into billing software to generate up-to-date invoices.
  • Entered procedure codes, diagnosis codes and patient information into billing software to facilitate invoicing and account management.
  • Reconciled codes against services rendered.
  • Checked claims coding for accuracy with ICD-10 standards.
  • Coordinated communications between patients, billing personnel and insurance carriers.
  • Assessed billing statements for correct diagnostic codes and identified problems with coding.
  • Reviewed account information to confirm patient and insurance information is accurate and complete.
  • Interpreted medical terminology and pharmacological information to translate information into coding system.
  • Reviewed claims for coding accuracy.
  • Performed insurance verification, pre-certification and pre-authorization.
  • Completed efficient drop and bulk filing to maintain well-organized and easily accessed systems
  • Enforced compliance with organizational policies and federal requirements regarding confidentiality.
  • Applied HIPAA privacy and security regulations while handling patient information.
  • Participated in workshops, seminars and training classes to gain stronger education in industry updates and federal regulations.
  • Performed accurate and fully compliant monthly closing processes, accruals and journal entries.
Prior Authorization Specialist, 12/2014 - 11/2018
Oregon Medical Group Springfield, OR,
  • Maintained files for referral and insurance information, entering referrals into system.
  • Conversed with people from different cultures daily, providing high level of respect and patience with each interaction.
  • Contacted insurance companies to obtain necessary preauthorizations needed for upcoming tests and procedures.
  • Clarified patient inquiries and questions to update patient account information in computer system.
  • Explained eligibility details and affordability options to patients with kindness and respect.
  • Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provided accurate information to all parties, including patients, insurance providers, healthcare staff and office personnel by using effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
  • Granted, modified, denied, or terminated assistance based on key information and eligibility determination.
  • Scheduled peer to peer reviews for physicians to discuss medical necessity with insurance providers.
  • Performed detailed medical reviews of prior authorization request, following established criteria and protocols.
  • Performed careful reviews of applicant data to ascertain compliance with eligibility criteria for economic assistance.
  • Contacted insurance carriers to obtain authorizations, notifications and pre-certifications for patients.
  • Answered questions and responded to inquiries to deliver high level of service to patients.
  • Notified ordering providers of denied authorizations.
  • Used cerner to input claim, prior authorization and other important medical data into system.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Scheduled patient appointments, diagnostic specialty appointments, tests and procedures.
  • Updated reference materials with Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements, guidelines, policies and list of accepted insurance plans.
  • Coordinated resolutions for issues and appealed denied authorizations.
  • Identified reasons behind denied claims and worked closely with insurance carriers to promote resolutions.
  • Applied knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements utilizing on-line eligibility systems to verify patient coverage and policy limitations.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to provide account status updates.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Evaluated processes and employee strengths to realign workflows with changing business demands.
  • Coordinated employee schedules according to shift changes and availability.
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Resolved customer complaints and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Coached staff members to develop long-term career goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
  • Interviewed applicants, recommended individuals for hiring and evaluated staff performance.
  • Maintained operating schedules to provide effective coverage for key areas and achieve objectives.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Responded to employee concerns or complaints by coordinating with human resources team to solve issues.
  • Identified and corrected performance and personnel issues to reduce impact to business operations.
  • Established and enforced clear goals to keep employees working collaboratively.
  • Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
Nursing Assistant/Ward Secretary, 04/2002 - 10/2014
Westerly Hospital City, STATE,
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Assisted patients with daily activities under nurse's supervision to provide essential care and emotional support.
  • Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Implemented fall prevention techniques as specified in plan of care.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
  • Managed supplies and restocked inventory to promote optimal availability for patient care.
  • Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
  • Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
  • Completed daily room cleaning and organizing to provide patients with clean environment.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
  • Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
  • Maintained sanitary conditions by providing immediate wound care and dressing changes.
  • Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
  • Coordinated patient appointments, maintained files and received incoming phone calls.
  • Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
  • Compiled and coded patient information or data in appropriate computer system.
  • Interviewed patients to complete case histories and intake forms.
  • Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or adminstrative staff.
  • Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
  • Updated patient records with condition status.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Routed laboratory or diagnostic results to appropriate staff.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.
  • Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
  • Arranged hospital admissions for patients as required.
  • Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
Education and Training
: Nursing Assistance, Expected in 02/2022
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Chariho Adult Education - Wood River Junction, RI,
GPA:
Status -
GED: , Expected in 01/2001
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Washington County Adult Education - Richmond,ri,
GPA:
Status -

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Chariho Adult Education
  • Washington County Adult Education

Job Titles Held:

  • Scheduling Specialist
  • Medical Biller
  • Prior Authorization Specialist
  • Nursing Assistant/Ward Secretary

Degrees

  • GED

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