Kristine A Heitman
Liverpool,NY
Summary
Hardworking professional applies official coding conventions and rules established by American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Confident Medical Coder Specialized in Radiation Therapy that adheres to data confidentiality and privacy rules in all workflows and promotes dynamic interpersonal skills.
Attentive Radiation Therapist adept at safely and effectively administering radiation therapy treatments. Offering 26 years of success in patient-facing roles, focused and personable mentality and strong skills with Aria and ONCO.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Certified Medical Coder
Hematology Oncology Associates of Central New York
East Syracuse, New York
12.2021 - Current
- Maintained updated knowledge of coding requirements, through continuing education and certification renewal.
- Reviewed, analyzed and managed coding of diagnostic and treatment procedures contained in outpatient medical records.
- Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
- Used TransAct and Centricity to input information into computerized patient record system.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Radiation Therapist
Hematology Oncology Associates Of CNY
East Syracuse, NY
01.2015 - Current
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
- Monitored operation of radiation therapy equipment to verify continuous functionality, identified faults and escalated repair needs for quick attention and resolution.
- Positioned patients for treatment with accuracy according to prescription.
- Followed physician instructions and prescription data when preparing patients for and administering treatments.
- Educated, prepared and reassured patients and families by answering questions, providing physical assistance and reinforcing physicians' advice regarding treatment reactions or post-treatment care.
per diem
Samaritan Hospital Cancer Center
Watertown, New York
07.2014 - 01.2015
per diem
Radiation Oncology Services of Cortland
Cortland, New York
03.2014 - 07.2014
Senior Radiation Therapist
Radiotherapy Associates of Upstate New York
Liverpool, New York
06.2003 - 09.2013
- Administered radiation therapy in prescribed doses and to designated anatomy to directly affect target areas.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Staff Radiation Therapist
Oncology Associates of CNY
East Syracuse, New York
07.2000 - 06.2003
Staff Radiation Therapist
Palmetto-Richland Cancer Center
Columbia, South Carolina
10.1998 - 06.2000
per diem Radiation Therapist
Faxton Hospital Radiation Oncology
Utica, New York
04.1997 - 10.1998
Education
Certified Professional Coder - Medical Billing And Coding
Bryant And Stratton College
Syracuse, NY 03.2021 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Radiation Therapy
SUNY College of Health Related Sciences
Syracuse, NY 08.1993 - 06.1995
Associates of Applied Science - Mathematics and Science
SUNY Health Science Center
Syracuse, NY 06.1991 - 05.1993
Skills
- Certified Professional Coder
- Patient Data Coding
- HIPAA requirements
- Self-Motivated
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
- Electronic Charting
- Patient Chart Reviewing
Affiliations
Certified Professional Coder (2021)
New York State License #409184 (1995)
ARRT Certified # 302155 (1995)
ASRT member #118771 (since 1996)
BLS certified – expires 11/2022
Certification
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
- NYS Licensed Radiation Therapist - 1995
Timeline
Certified Medical Coder
Hematology Oncology Associates of Central New York
12.2021 - Current
Certified Professional Coder - Medical Billing And Coding
Bryant And Stratton College
03.2021 - 11.2021
Radiation Therapist
Hematology Oncology Associates Of CNY
01.2015 - Current
per diem
Samaritan Hospital Cancer Center
07.2014 - 01.2015
per diem
Radiation Oncology Services of Cortland
03.2014 - 07.2014
Senior Radiation Therapist
Radiotherapy Associates of Upstate New York
06.2003 - 09.2013
Staff Radiation Therapist
Oncology Associates of CNY
07.2000 - 06.2003
Staff Radiation Therapist
Palmetto-Richland Cancer Center
10.1998 - 06.2000
per diem Radiation Therapist
Faxton Hospital Radiation Oncology
04.1997 - 10.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Radiation Therapy
SUNY College of Health Related Sciences
08.1993 - 06.1995
Associates of Applied Science - Mathematics and Science
SUNY Health Science Center
06.1991 - 05.1993
- CPC - Certified Professional Coder
- NYS Licensed Radiation Therapist - 1995
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