Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level medical coder position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Background in teaching high school provided excellent project management, time management, attention to detail, peer collaboration, and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Certified Medical Coder
AAPC
11.2023 - 06.2024
Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
Completed the AAPC Certified Professional Coder Course to prepare for coding exam.
Teacher
Kingman Unified School District
07.2016 - 06.2023
Hybrid online and in person virtual program for at risk students age 16 to 21
Met weekly with assigned caseload of 35 students, created weekly assignment plans to ensure desired progress towards graduation, created curriculum and assessed work for Civics and United States History, tutored 10-15 students each week in Algebra 1 and Geometry
Led professional development and worked collaboratively with colleagues and administration to improve program
Extensive use of both Microsoft Office and the Google Suite.
Paraeducator
Kingman Unified School District
03.2015 - 06.2016
Assisted mainstreamed special education students in Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2 regular education classrooms.
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes
Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment
Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
07.2007 - 12.2014
In a continuation school setting with students aged 16 and up, used Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to produce student lessons and track student data; maintained calm, positive attitude when dealing with challenging clients; worked collaboratively with colleagues to ensure student success.
Teacher/Facilitator
Excelsior Education Center
01.1998 - 06.2006
Worked with 7th to 12th grade students and their parents in an independent study setting with heavy computer use in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access; created lessons and planned study schedules; remained calm and courteous while dealing with challenging clients; maintained weekly contact with parents and students; met regular deadlines for various reports such as attendance and grades; worked collaboratively with colleagues to build a successful program.
Education
CPC-A Certification - Physician Based Medical Coding
AAPC
06.2024
Master of Arts - Educational Counseling
Azusa Pacific University, Victor Valley Campus
Azusa, CA
05.2003
Bachelor of Arts - History
San Diego State University
01.1992
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Work Prioritization
Customer Service
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Excellent Communication
Analytical Thinking
Adaptability and Flexibility
Certification
CPC-A Certified Professional Coder Apprentice
Timeline
Apprentice Certified Medical Coder
AAPC
11.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher
Kingman Unified School District
07.2016 - 06.2023
Paraeducator
Kingman Unified School District
03.2015 - 06.2016
Teacher
Hesperia Unified School District
07.2007 - 12.2014
Teacher/Facilitator
Excelsior Education Center
01.1998 - 06.2006
CPC-A Certification - Physician Based Medical Coding