Latisha Perez
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
To obtain a challenging position where I can demonstrate my hardworking ability
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Brookdale Riverwalk
Bakersfield, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Billing Clerk
San Joaquin Valley Pulmonary Medical Group
Bakersfield
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Creating and issuing invoices to customers
- Following up on outstanding payments and answering customer queries
- Microsoft Access.
Front-End Team Lead
Wal-Mart
Bakersfield
11.2016 - 12.2022
- Provide and models customer service by acknowledging customer
- Supports the achievements of financial goals by communicating and collaborating with other team leads and store management
- Leads team associates effectively by operating as the manager on duty.
Receptionist
Rosewood
Bakersfield
05.2002 - 08.2003
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments
- Screened and verified visitors for identification credentials and purpose of visit to maintain security of personnel and office environment
- Worked with office manager to attain operational goals.
Coding and Reimbursement Specialist
San Joaquin Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
02.1992 - 09.2001
- Improved coding accuracy through comprehensive review of medical documentation and application of industry guidelines.
- Reduced claim denials by closely adhering to payer-specific guidelines and addressing any issues prior to submission.
- Optimized revenue streams by identifying coding discrepancies and submitting accurate claims for reimbursement.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing ongoing training in ICD-9 CM, CPT, and HCPCS code sets as needed.
Education
Diploma -
Bakersfield Adult School
Bakersfield, CACertificate of Completion -
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Computer literate
- CPR
- Elderly care
- Time management
- Phone etiquette
- Policy rules and regulations
Timeline
Caregiver
Brookdale Riverwalk
08.2023 - Current
Billing Clerk
San Joaquin Valley Pulmonary Medical Group
12.2022 - 06.2023
Front-End Team Lead
Wal-Mart
11.2016 - 12.2022
Receptionist
Rosewood
05.2002 - 08.2003
Coding and Reimbursement Specialist
San Joaquin Hospital
02.1992 - 09.2001
Diploma -
Bakersfield Adult School
Certificate of Completion -
San Joaquin Valley College