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Gwendolyn Williams

Merrillville,IN

Summary

Experienced Oncology Data Specialist with extensive knowledge of medical terminology, data abstraction, disease processes and medical record analysis. Knowledge and applicable understanding of ICD-O, staging, and reference manuals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Oncology Date Specialist - C

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Chicago, IL
05.2016 - Current

Working full-time, 40 hours per week as a remote Oncology Data Specialist. Quality abstraction of cancer charts, weekly pathology case finding, participation in quarterly cancer committee meetings, and participation in preparation of survey for accreditation through COC. Participation in educational opportunities for ODS maintenance.

HIM Representative

Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation
Chicago, IL
08.2009 - 05.2016

As an HIM Representative, I worked in release of information 40 hours per week, where I maintained and released medical records as requested per HIPAA regulations. Communicated with physicians and staff in various departments to assure accurate and complete records were being released. Retrieved film and worked collaboratively to acquire archived records. Assisted with interviewing candidates for open positions.

Education

Associate of Science - RHIT

Indiana University
2009

Skills

  • Case finding
  • Knowledge of Human Anataomy
  • Knowedge of Cancer Committee
  • Registry Processes
  • Strong work ethic
  • Knowlege of Clinical Trials

Certification

Oncology Data Specialist - C

RHIT Certification eligible

Timeline

Oncology Date Specialist - C

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
05.2016 - Current

HIM Representative

Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation
08.2009 - 05.2016

Associate of Science - RHIT

Indiana University
Gwendolyn Williams