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Overview
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Jovita Escoto

San Diego,CA

Summary

To find a position where I can continue to improve hard working Ability/Skills and contribute to the organization while gradually increasing responsibilities in a professional manner while also prioritizing external and internal customers, share best practices with team members to help improve the department. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

FHCSD SUD Referral Specialist
12.2017 - Current
  • Accurately completes referrals to include ICD-9 and CPT codes, following established department protocols
  • Makes initial appointments directly into CMIS; gives appointment cancellation information
  • Actively tracks follow-up and referral pool(s); schedules patient services as required
  • Communicates to clinic staff status of pending referrals using CMIS updates and chart notes; indicates referral status changes as it occurs
  • Enters required data, including basic insurance and screening information
  • Provides fee information for self-pay patients
  • Follows established protocols for patients who indicate are in crisis
  • Makes assigned reminder calls
  • Schedule interpreter services as required
  • Submits accurate and timely data about referrals and appointments by site
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Medical Records Coordinator

Family Health Centers of San Diego
09.2000 - 12.2017
  • Prioritize work involving others as needed, Variety of operational task and obligations that supports FHCSD's transition from paper to E HR
  • Scanning document with sensitive information, uploading records for provider to review, learn to operate new office technologies as developed and implemented
  • Maintain HIPAA privacy and security regulations by appropriately handling patient information
  • Plan, Develop, maintain, or operate new processes
  • Completed 5s, Kaizen, and lean tools for continuous improvement in the department
  • Provide training to new hire and current staff
  • Approve timecards in Kronos and performed other duties as assigned.
  • Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
  • Kept accurate log of requests for medical information and records.
  • Developed and maintained organized filing system for medical records to adhere to HIPAA regulations.
  • Analyzed complex medical records to identify discrepancies in accuracy and completeness.
  • Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
  • Identified new methods to optimize medical records management.
  • Maintained and organized supply room and purchased additional new materials according to department needs.

Sea World
06.1998 - 07.1999
  • Customer Service, Became front Lead within 3 months, Answer Phones, Prep and Stock Kitchen, Cashier, greeted customers, team building, responsibility of opening and closing business
  • Team Building exercises
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance

Education

High School Diploma -

Youth Opportunities Unlimited
San Diego, CA
07.1998

Skills

  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Multitasking
  • Networking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Verbal Communication
  • Fluent in Spanish and English
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Task Prioritization
  • Quality Assurance
  • Microsoft Office
  • Data Entry

Core Highlights

  • Computer Literate: MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Internet, 10 keys
  • Detail Oriented
  • Self-Motivated and dedicated to quality work
  • Professional and always provide quality customer service
  • Fast Learner
  • High Ability to maintain PHI protected

Timeline

FHCSD SUD Referral Specialist
12.2017 - Current

Medical Records Coordinator

Family Health Centers of San Diego
09.2000 - 12.2017

Sea World
06.1998 - 07.1999

High School Diploma -

Youth Opportunities Unlimited
Jovita Escoto