Mercedes Hollingsworth, RHIT, ODS-C
Cancer Registrar
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dynamic Cancer Registrar at UMC New Orleans with expertise in ICD-O-3 coding and a strong commitment to patient confidentiality. Proven ability to enhance cancer program development through data analysis and effective collaboration. Recognized for professionalism and ethics while facilitating tumor board meetings and contributing to oncology reports.
Cancer data management professional with strong foundation in oncology data collection and analysis. Recognized for contributing to precise cancer registry data and ensuring compliance with reporting standards. Known for collaborative team efforts and adaptable to evolving healthcare needs, bringing expertise in medical coding and meticulous attention to detail. Offering thorough understanding of medical records and data management, with keen interest in developing expertise in cancer registry. Brings solid grasp of organizational and analytical skills essential for maintaining accurate health records. Ready to use and develop data entry and medical coding abilities in Cancer Conference Coordinator/ casefinding role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cancer Registrar
UMC New Orleans
08.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate coding and staging of cancer cases using ICD-O-3, AJCC, and Collaborative Stage systems.
- Facilitated efficient tumor board meetings by preparing comprehensive case summaries and presenting relevant patient data.
- Contributed and reported data relevant fo oncology annual report and service line activities.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Conducted case finding to maintain complete cancer registry database.
- Increased awareness of cancer registry services within the institution through regular presentations at departmental meetings and conferences.
- Followed release of personal health information guidelines set forth by HIPAA.
- Participated in regional and national cancer registry associations to stay informed on policies, regulations, and best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Architectural And Building Sciences
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LAAssociate of Science - Health Information Management
DeVry University
Chicago, IL08-2014
Skills
- HIPAA compliance awareness
- Collaborative teamwork
- Professionalism and ethics
- Continuing education commitment
- Patient confidentiality maintenance
- ICD-o-3 coding familiarity
- Electronic health records management
- Office administration
- Computer proficiency
- Data entry
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Electronic recordkeeping
- Office equipment operation
- Telephone etiquette
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cancer Registrar
UMC New Orleans
08.2014 - Current
Associate of Science - Architectural And Building Sciences
Delgado Community College
Associate of Science - Health Information Management
DeVry University
Affiliations
- Louisiana Cancer Registrars
- National Cancer Registrars
Work Preference
Work Type
Contract WorkFull TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsCompany CultureWork-life balancePaid time offWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
EPIC, CNEXT, Microsoft Office,
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
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