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Jodie Jara

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Detail-oriented Clinical Administrative Coordinator with extensive experience in hospital admissions and registration. Proficient in verifying patient insurance and managing high-volume EHR systems, including Epic. Knowledgeable in medical terminology and regulatory requirements, effectively supporting patient experiences from admission to billing. Collaborates with hospital executives and care providers to streamline appointment scheduling and treatment financing.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Administrative Coordinator

United Healthcare, UHG
Las Vegas, Nevada
07.2022 - Current
  • Utilized electronic health record systems to efficiently document and oversee referrals, enhancing workflow and patient follow-up.
  • Managed patient documentation, ensuring precise referral tracking and adherence to compliance standards.
  • Coordinated referral processes to facilitate timely access to care for patients and streamline communication between healthcare providers.

Admissions Representative

ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
Las Vegas, NV
07.2018 - 07.2022
  • Ensured compliance with Medicare and Medicaid guidelines, safeguarding integrity of admissions procedures
  • Executed timely submission of authorizations for Medicaid and commercial insurance, ensuring smooth admissions process
  • Maintained precise admissions records in electronic health record system, supporting accurate patient data management

Patient Access Representative, Admission and Emergency Department

UCLA MEDICAL CENTER
Santa Monica, CA
08.2007 - 07.2018
  • Took full charge of processing patient admission, verifying patient demographic, and adhering to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) laws and regulations
  • Registered patients by validating insurance and eligibility, ensuring accurate collection of deductibles and copayments
  • Executed tasks with strong organizational skills in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, maintaining focus on patient care.

Patient Access Representative, Patient Admission and Emergency Department

BROTMAN MEDICAL CENTER
Culver City, CA
04.2007 - 05.2008
  • Registered patients and verified insurance eligibility to ensure smooth admissions process
  • Collected deductibles and copayments to facilitate patient billing.

Clinical Research Coordinator

WEST COAST CLINICAL TRIALS
Long Beach, CA
  • Coordinated clinical trial activities and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.

Oncology Research Data Coordinator

CANCER INSTITUTE MEDICAL GROUP
Santa Monica, CA

Generated and executed study-specific templates, flow sheets, and tracking and source forms to collect comprehensive data.

Oncology Research Data Coordinator

JOHN WAYNE CANCER INSTITUTE
Santa Monica, CA
  • Handled generation and implementation of study-specific templates, flow sheets, and tracking and source forms to gather comprehensive data

Research Data Manager | Medical Assistant

COMPREHENSIVE BLOOD AND CANCER CENTER
Bakersfield, CA
  • Acted as the support contact for patient care management and provided medical assistance in performing detailed assessments for study patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
10-2025

Medical Asst/Healthcare Administration - Health Care Administration, Medical Assisting

SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY COLLEGE
Bakersfield, CA
12-1995

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Electronic health records management
  • Remote operations
  • IT security protocols
  • Patient care coordination
  • Data management
  • Referral coordination

Professional Development

  • IP Lean Transformation Core Team Meetings, 2012
  • CareConnect Super User Training Program, 2021
  • Notary Public-State of California, County of Los Angeles, 12/01/21

Timeline

Clinical Administrative Coordinator

United Healthcare, UHG
07.2022 - Current

Admissions Representative

ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
07.2018 - 07.2022

Patient Access Representative, Admission and Emergency Department

UCLA MEDICAL CENTER
08.2007 - 07.2018

Patient Access Representative, Patient Admission and Emergency Department

BROTMAN MEDICAL CENTER
04.2007 - 05.2008

Clinical Research Coordinator

WEST COAST CLINICAL TRIALS

Oncology Research Data Coordinator

CANCER INSTITUTE MEDICAL GROUP

Oncology Research Data Coordinator

JOHN WAYNE CANCER INSTITUTE

Research Data Manager | Medical Assistant

COMPREHENSIVE BLOOD AND CANCER CENTER

Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management

Colorado Technical University

Medical Asst/Healthcare Administration - Health Care Administration, Medical Assisting

SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY COLLEGE
Jodie Jara