Aferdita Winters
Lyndhurst,NJ
Summary
An enthusiastic, resourceful Medical Billing and Coding Specialist, looking for a challenging rewarding career in the health care field. A professional team player, able to exercise discretion in handling confidential patient's information; providing the highest level of care. Able to handle high stress situations and think clearly, work collaboratively under tight deadlines; meeting the goals of the organization.
Paraprofessional Summary:
Qualified Teaching Assistant offers track record of success in helping students with special needs. Well-trained in academic, behavioral and personal needs of students with developmental delays and diagnoses such as autism spectrum disorder. Works with parents and teachers to implement personalized approaches for each student.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Lyndhurst Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Aided teachers in coordinating extracurricular events and field trips, providing enriching experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by establishing strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with families.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
- Monitored 20 student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Assisted teachers in managing classroom behavior by enforcing rules and implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Handled escalated cases efficiently by collaborating with relevant teams or higher management when necessary.
- Worked closely with supervisors during performance evaluations; implemented constructive feedback leading to personal growth.
Paraprofessional
Clifton High School
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Facilitated communication between general education and special education staff, promoting effective collaboration on behalf of students'' best interests.
- Managed numerous emails and faxes per day.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop individualized learning plans for students with unique needs.
- Aided in organizing educational field trips, creating enriching experiences beyond traditional classroom settings.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising 10 student during snack time indoor and outdoor play.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Assisted with school field trips and special events by collecting permission slips and payments.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Participated in training programs, applying new knowledge to enhance skills and job performance.
- Worked closely with supervisors during performance evaluations; implemented constructive feedback leading to personal growth.
Homemaker
Self Employed
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Provided respite care for family of 4 members.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to my family.
- Supported family with household tasks, such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation to maintain a clean and comfortable environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked long hours across night, weekend, and holiday .
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Managed various household duties, including grocery shopping, meal preparation, laundry, and errands.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Data Entry Clerk
Lord & Taylor
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Wrapped items, placed in boxes and added proper labeling to prepare for shipment
- Sorted and packaged products to prepare for processing or shipment
- Used company tracking system to locate and pick merchandise to fulfill daily customer orders
- Maintained database by entering new and updated customer and account information
- Contacted customers via phone or email to address data inquiries
- Processed customer and account source documents by reviewing data for deficiencies
- Gathered and documented statistical information to generate reports.
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Performed regular audits on database content to identify outdated or inaccurate records requiring updates or removals.
- Used computer software to store and retrieve data.
- Analyzed current data records to provide detailed reports.
- Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
- Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.
Medical Receptionist
Regional hospital of Skopje
06.2009 - 10.2013
- Managed receptionist desk by greeting patients, ensuring correct paperwork is completed and collected patient demographics for statistical analysis
- Collected all co-pays and payments
- Answering patient's phone calls for 20 physician regarding insurance or payment problems and issues.
- Gather all pre-authorization and referrals.
- Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
- Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Conducted patient intake interviews, recording and documenting relevant information.
- Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
- Assisted with medical coding and billing tasks..
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Improved front office organization by implementing new filing systems and maintaining cleanliness in waiting areas.
- Organized essential medical documents, streamlining access to vital information for healthcare providers during appointments.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Coordinated specialist referrals for patients requiring additional care, facilitating efficient transfer of medical records as needed.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling for improved patient flow and reduced wait times.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating patient information and verifying insurance coverage.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team initiatives.
Education
Medical Billing And Coding Specialist Program -
Americation Career & Training Institute
Newark, NJ07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary School Teaching
Faculty of Pedagogy
Skopje, North Macedonia05.2010
Skills
- UB-04, HCFA 1500 Guidelines
- ICD-9-CM, ICD-10, CPT Coding
- HMOs, Medicare and Medicaid
- Electronic health records (EHR)
- Documentation
- Data Collection
- Classroom Organization
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
Certification
Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist
References
References available upon request
Languages
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
Macedonian
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Lyndhurst Board Of Education
09.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
Clifton High School
12.2022 - 06.2023
Homemaker
Self Employed
06.2020 - 12.2022
Data Entry Clerk
Lord & Taylor
11.2018 - 10.2020
Medical Receptionist
Regional hospital of Skopje
06.2009 - 10.2013
Medical Billing And Coding Specialist Program -
Americation Career & Training Institute
Bachelor of Science - Elementary School Teaching
Faculty of Pedagogy
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