Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Outreach Associate
Modern Maturity Center
05.2014 - Current
Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
Senior Medical Coding Specialist
Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
05.1994 - 01.2012
Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
Communicated with insurance companies to research and resolved coding discrepancies.
Reviewed, analyzed, and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
Monitored changes in coding regulations to provide recommendations for compliance.
Utilized active listening, interpersonal, and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with others.
Assistant Director of Dining Services at Presbyterian Senior Living/Three Oaks DiningAssistant Director of Dining Services at Presbyterian Senior Living/Three Oaks Dining