Life long passion for baking Handcrafting personalized treats Baking for family gatherings and special occasions
Carla Benevides
Le Grand,CA
Summary
Motivated, meticulous baker with hands-on experience creating custom desserts, including cakes, chocolate-dipped treats, and specialty items for my small business. Strong attention to detail, time management and quality control.
Seeking to grow in the bakery field by applying my passion and expanding my experience as part of Costco's high-quality bakery team.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Billing Technician
University Surgery Center
01.2007 - Current
- Processed and secured payment for medical insurance claims to ensure timely reimbursement.
- Processed patient billing inquiries, ensuring accurate and timely resolution of issues.
- Managed electronic health record systems to streamline billing procedures and enhance data integrity.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to verify insurance information and obtain pre-authorization for procedures.
- Conducted audits on billing practices to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
- Accounts Receivable - Processed and secured payment for medical insurance claims, ensuring timely reimbursement and resolution of discrepancies.
- Reconciled daily cash receipts and physically prepared and deposited funds into
- Reconciled daily cash receipts and physically prepared and deposited funds into bank.
- Prepared and processed patient and insurance refunds in compliance with company policies.
- Entered charges and applied correct procedure and diagnosis codes to patient accounts.
- Verified insurance contracts and reimbursement for accuracy.
- Verify patient eligibility and benefits and ensure proper prior authorization obtained.
Medical Assistant
Merced Faculty Associates
05.2004 - 05.2007
- Administered patient assessments and vital sign measurements to ensure accurate health monitoring.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling to optimize clinic workflow.
- Assisted in clinical procedures, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care to enhance understanding and adherence.
- Administered medications and injections.
- Assisted with minor procedures and wound care.
- Triaged patients by assessing symptoms and determining appropriate level of care, including referral to emergency services when necessary.
Education
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assisting
Merced College
Merced, CA04-2004
Skills
- Hands on experience in preparing and decorating custom baked goods and chocolate dipped treats
- Fondant handling and decorating
- Custom color matching
- Portioning, packaging and quality focused presentation
- Maintaining clean and organized work stations
- Customer service and meeting special event requests
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Interests
Timeline
Billing Technician
University Surgery Center
01.2007 - Current
Medical Assistant
Merced Faculty Associates
05.2004 - 05.2007
Medical Assistant Diploma - Medical Assisting
Merced College
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