GWENDOLYN QUIROZ
Summary
Self-motivated, hardworking, and detail-oriented job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to apply my education on proficient coding techniques for entry-level Certified Professional Coder position. Ready to help team achieve and exceed company goals and improve facility's profitability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HCC Risk Adjustment Coder Intern
Coding Clarified
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained accuracy and completeness for 200+ medical records.
- Communicated effectively with staff by email.
Student
AAPC
08.2021 - Current
- Received CPC certification July 2022
- Working towards COC certification completed by March 2023
ESL TEACHER
VIPKid
02.2018 - 11.2021
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
SENIOR SALES ASSOCIATE
Son Silver West Gallery
09.2015 - 01.2018
- Met or exceeded sales objectives on consistent basis to drive company growth.
- Trained new sales personnel on company policies, customer acquisition strategies and successful sales techniques.
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN/SALES ASSOCIATE
11.2007 - 12.2011
- Combination of in-house, mail-order, and compound retail pharmacy environments.
- Precisely collecting and accurately entering vast amounts of broad based complex medical information required for timely and accurate processing.
- Constant problem solving with physicians and pharmacists to obtain appropriate authorization.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Stewart, Cooper & Coon
09.2005 - 08.2007
- Developed and coordinated a more efficient payroll processing procedure
- Successfully organized and maintained the administrative needs of over 100 employees and 500 clients
- Thoroughly trained over 75 employees
INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Simply Artrageous
06.2004 - 09.2005
- Developed key client relationships by providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, 3D perspective views and material boards for review and presentation.
Medical Recruiter
Arizona Medical Exchange
06.2002 - 06.2004
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Medical Receptionist
Surgery And Gynecology, Inc.
05.2000 - 06.2002
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
DePaul University
1999
Skills
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Diagnostic and Procedural Codes
- CPT Codes and Modifiers
- Medical Terminology
- ICD-10-CM and ICD-9-CM
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Compliance Requirements
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
- COC-A - Certified Outpatient Coder
Timeline
HCC Risk Adjustment Coder Intern
Coding Clarified
08.2022 - Current
Student
AAPC
08.2021 - Current
ESL TEACHER
VIPKid
02.2018 - 11.2021
SENIOR SALES ASSOCIATE
Son Silver West Gallery
09.2015 - 01.2018
CERTIFIED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN/SALES ASSOCIATE
11.2007 - 12.2011
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Stewart, Cooper & Coon
09.2005 - 08.2007
INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANT
Simply Artrageous
06.2004 - 09.2005
Medical Recruiter
Arizona Medical Exchange
06.2002 - 06.2004
Medical Receptionist
Surgery And Gynecology, Inc.
05.2000 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Fine Arts -
DePaul University
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