Barbara "BJ" Lemasters
Fairmont,WV
Summary
Results-driven manufacturing professional equipped to excel in tablet press operations. Demonstrates expertise in machine setup, maintenance, and quality control, ensuring optimal performance and product consistency. Strong team player known for adaptability and delivering reliable outcomes in dynamic environments. Skilled in troubleshooting, safety protocols, and operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Coding Specialist 1
Preston Mon Health
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed high volumes of medical records efficiently while maintaining strict attention to detail during the coding process.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Ensured accuracy in coding through regular audits, identifying discrepancies and areas for improvement.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring secure storage and handling of sensitive patient information.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to clarify documentation, enhancing the accuracy of medical records.
Registration Specialist
WVU Medicine Center of Integrative Pain Management
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Organized patient files, ensuring easy access for medical professionals while maintaining strict privacy standards.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive patient data, adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients during registration, addressing concerns and answering questions promptly.
- Streamlined the registration process for patients, resulting in reduced wait times and increased satisfaction.
- Updated patient contact information to support accurate electronic medical records.
- Coordinated scheduling for patient follow-up appointments in accordance with physician requests.
- Scheduled patient appointments, collected copays and verified insurance coverage to complete check-ins.
Senior Tablet Press Operator
Viatris (Formerly Mylan) Pharmaceuticals
11.2009 - 07.2021
- Maintained a clean work environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of batch information, including material usage, equipment settings, and quality checks.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to tablet press operations.
- Reduced tablet defects by performing regular machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues efficiently.
- Assisted in improving production rates by collaborating with team members to identify areas for improvement in workflows.
- Safeguarded product integrity by conducting regular visual inspection checks for adherence to established specifications throughout the manufacturing process.
- Upheld workplace safety protocols by diligently wearing required personal protective equipment and adhering to established guidelines.
- Streamlined the tablet press process by setting up, operating, and monitoring equipment for optimal performance.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Successfully completed monthly safety training sessions.
Chemical Operator
Roche Pharmaceuticals
09.2001 - 07.2003
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Maintained high-quality standards for finished products by conducting rigorous quality control tests.
- Tracked and documented production data to maintain accurate records.
- Streamlined workflow processes to minimize downtime and maximize productivity in the plant.
Education
Associate Degree - Medical Coding
West Virginia Junior College
Morgantown, WV03-2023
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
- Training and mentoring
- Data entry
- Medical terminology
- Regulatory guidelines
- Workflow management
- Document management
- Data verification
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Detail-oriented
Timeline
Coding Specialist 1
Preston Mon Health
09.2024 - 03.2025
Registration Specialist
WVU Medicine Center of Integrative Pain Management
08.2023 - 09.2024
Senior Tablet Press Operator
Viatris (Formerly Mylan) Pharmaceuticals
11.2009 - 07.2021
Chemical Operator
Roche Pharmaceuticals
09.2001 - 07.2003
Associate Degree - Medical Coding
West Virginia Junior College
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