Janet Thornton LPN PCC
Newfield,NJ
Summary
Proven Medical Coder and Practice Manager at Rowan SOM, adept in HIPAA compliance and HCPCS Coding, enhanced coding accuracy and streamlined patient data management. Skilled in fostering team collaboration, demonstrated through successful practice management and staff development. Excelled in patient care as an LPN, showcasing adaptability and empathy.
I am a hardworking professional with over 25 years of working experience in the department of Pediatrics at Rowan. I am a
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
I currently manage three offices for the department of Pediatrics.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Manager Department of Pediatrics
Rowan SOM
04.2011 - Current
- Addressed patient concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
- Ordered all office supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Vaccine management.
- Facilitated communication between staff members, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Evaluated practice workflows regularly to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes efficiently.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management.
- Oversaw the hiring process for new employees, selecting candidates who aligned with the practice''s mission and values.
- Oversaw accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Coordinated with physicians to optimize appointment schedules and maximize daily patient flow.
- Managed office budget, reducing unnecessary expenses and allocating funds for necessary improvements.
- Boosted staff morale by offering constructive feedback and specific direction.
- Assessed processes and procedures, complying with OSHA, and HIPAA regulations.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry standards and best practices.
- Trained interns and newly hired team members on office procedures and computer system.
- Implemented new electronic health record system, leading to increased efficiency in patient data management.
- Consulted with healthcare professionals on business decisions.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Payroll, time off requests
- Manage all three Pediatric offices.
Medical Coder
Rowan SOM Pediatrics
04.2010 - Current
- Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
- Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
LPN Office Nurse
Rowan SOM Pediatrics
04.1999 - Current
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of
- services rendered.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Maintain the VFC vaccine supplies.
- Keeps up to date on all new vaccines.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
Glouster County College
Sewell, NJ05.2016
LPN - Nursing
Gloucester County
Sewell, NJ06.1988
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- HIPAA Compliance
- HCPCS Coding
- Insurance coding (ICD-9 and CPT)
- Clinical Documentation
- Knowledgeable in EPIC, BANNER, NovaTime, TEAMS, Excel,,
- Appointment Scheduling
- Billing Procedures
- Invoice Processing
- Payroll
- Purchasing
Timeline
Practice Manager Department of Pediatrics
Rowan SOM
04.2011 - Current
Medical Coder
Rowan SOM Pediatrics
04.2010 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Rowan SOM Pediatrics
04.1999 - Current
Associate of Science - Human Resources Management
Glouster County College
LPN - Nursing
Gloucester County
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