David M. Ayers, CCA
Sturgeon Bay,WI
Summary
Having recently earned my Certified Coding Associate (CCA) through AHIMA, I am a highly-motivated employee with a strong desire to take on new challenges. I possess an excellent worth ethic, have demonstrated adaptability across a wide range of professional fields, and have exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills, I offer a keen understanding of data confidentiality and HIPAA regulations, as well as AMA and CMS Coding rules/guidelines.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Manager
Fresh Personal Chefs
Sturgeon Bay, WI
06.2023 - Current
- Organized venues, budgets, guest lists, catering and event timelines.
- Created detailed timelines for events based on scope of work required by each department involved in process.
- Maintained adherence to client-event requirements through delegation, prioritizing and management of production phases from concept to execution.
Server/Trainer
Crate Sushi and Seafood
Sturgeon Bay, WI
02.2016 - 02.2020
- Trained and acclimated new servers to restaurant's culture and operations.
- Managed tables throughout dining room to execute service at highest level.
- Maintained thorough knowledge of menu to describe dining options.
Server/Manager
Trio Restaurant
Egg Harbor, WI
07.2012 - 10.2015
- Provided competent, professional service in an upscale French/Italian bistro located in Door County, WI.
- Operated POS terminals to input orders, split bills and calculate totals.
- Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
Business English Lecturer
Fachhochschule, University of Applied Sciences
Muenster, Germany
01.2010 - 06.2012
- Instructed elite-tier University business students to effectively use English as a second language as they prepared for professional, international careers.
- Instructed students in a variety of settings, including exam-specific training for international ESL certification, intensive immersion courses, and traditional university coursework.
- Developed courses and lesson plans, graded assignments/exams, and provided ongoing feedback, all in a modern, multimedia-equipped classroom environment.
Business English Trainer
Marcus Evans Linguarama
Muenster, Germany
11.2009 - 06.2012
- Assessed and analyzed clients' individual language levels according to Linguarama competency metrics.
- Developed core objectives and designed individualized courses according to Linguarama Policies and Procedures.
- Implemented training programs through focused instruction, constant review of client performance, and composition of final Progress Reports.
Immigration Consultant
USITEX Law, Inc
Egg Harbor, WI
03.2006 - 05.2009
- Processed a variety of immigration documents including applications for Temporary Work Visas (H1-B, H2-B), petitions for Permanent Residency, and petitions for US Citizenship.
- Interfaced with clients within the US and abroad to explain US immigration policies and procedures, collected relevant data and supporting documentation, and maintained accurate, up-to-date files.
- Created and submitted concise, timely, and accurate documentation to numerous State and Federal agencies, including State Departments of Labor, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Education
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - Health Information Technology
AHIMA
01.2023
BS - English
UW-Whitewater
Skills
- Completion of 1 Year AHIMA Certification Training Program
- Certified Medical Coder
- AHIMA Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
- ICD-10-CM
- ICD-10-PCS
- CPT/HCPCS
- Anatomy/Physiology
- Medical Terminology
- Pathophysiology/Pharmacology
- HIPPA
- Health Information Systems
- Healthcare Reimbursement and Revenue Cycle Management
- Electronic Health Records
- Medical Record Security
- Hospital Inpatient and Outpatient Records
- Attention to Detail
- Inpatient Coding
- Outpatient Coding
Certification
AHIMA CCA Certification Valid January 2023-January 2025
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Timeline
Event Manager
Fresh Personal Chefs
06.2023 - Current
Server/Trainer
Crate Sushi and Seafood
02.2016 - 02.2020
Server/Manager
Trio Restaurant
07.2012 - 10.2015
Business English Lecturer
Fachhochschule, University of Applied Sciences
01.2010 - 06.2012
Business English Trainer
Marcus Evans Linguarama
11.2009 - 06.2012
Immigration Consultant
USITEX Law, Inc
03.2006 - 05.2009
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - Health Information Technology
AHIMA
BS - English
UW-Whitewater