Kysha Woods
Hempstead,NY
Summary
A seasoned assistant cook with 8 years of experience in food service , seeking a career shift to the healthcare field in Medical Coding & Reimbursement , possessing strong communication and critical thinking skills to apply in the field of medical coding, aiming to contribute to accurate patient record documentation and streamlined billing processes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cook
Hempstead Public Schools
01.2016 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and special dietary requests from customers, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Medical Receptionist
Nassau University Medical Center
02.2014 - 05.2016
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
Medical File Clerk
Visting Nurse Association of Long Island
02.2006 - 07.2011
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Ensured continuity of care through timely transfer of medical records when patients changed providers or moved out-of-network locations.
- Prevented loss or misplacement of critical documentation by consistently tracking physical location changes within the facility's filing system.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations while managing sensitive patient data.
Education
Vocational - Medical Office Administration
Hunter Business School
Levittown, NYAssociate of Science - Medical Coding & Reimbursement
Bryant & Stratton College Albany, NY
Albany, NY02-2025
Skills
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal), excellent time management, meticulous attention to detail, organizational abilities, problem-solving skills, adaptability I'm very proficienct in relevant technology, customer service, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Timeline
Assistant Cook
Hempstead Public Schools
01.2016 - Current
Medical Receptionist
Nassau University Medical Center
02.2014 - 05.2016
Medical File Clerk
Visting Nurse Association of Long Island
02.2006 - 07.2011
Vocational - Medical Office Administration
Hunter Business School
Associate of Science - Medical Coding & Reimbursement
Bryant & Stratton College Albany, NY
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