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Sharita Watson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist

K.A.M Alliance
08.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced accuracy of medical coding by implementing a thorough review process and cross-checking system.
  • Streamlined billing processes for faster reimbursement, utilizing advanced software solutions.
  • Insurance verification.


  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, diligently researching and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
  • Process and post patient payments.

Youth Support Specialist

Aunt Martha's
02.2022 - Current
  • Improved youth engagement by implementing creative and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Enhanced communication skills among the youth by organizing group discussions and team-building exercises.
  • Addressed behavioral issues effectively, fostering a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
  • Collaborated with other team members to develop comprehensive support plans for each youth, ensuring their success in the program.
  • Redirect negative behaviors with positive outlets,

Data Entry Clerk

AT&T
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Responsible for accurate data entry
  • Billing
  • Resolved issues through effective conflict resolution
  • Sales.

Collections Representative

Halsted Financial Services
12.2017 - 04.2018
  • Accurate data entry
  • Initiated consumer negotiations for debt recovery
  • Collected and processed payments on past due accounts.

Customer Service Representative

Servicom
01.2017 - 06.2017
  • Exercised basic dispute and resolution skills
  • Handled inbound calls and processed data
  • Assisted with company sales.

Clerk (Temporary)

Manpower
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Maintained files precisely and professionally
  • Processed and logged items through lockbox system.

Proxy Representative & Call Center Representative (temporary)

Lakeshore (Computershare)
04.2015 - 10.2015
  • Contacted shareholders to obtain Proxy vote on automated dialer system in a call center environment
  • Received inbound calls from clients responding to legal inquiry; accurately recorded their responses to scripted questions.

Customer Service (temporary)

City Staffing
03.2014 - 07.2014
  • Received over 65 inbound calls per shift
  • Data Entry
  • Conflict Resolution.

Assistant Manager

Target
06.2012 - 04.2013
  • Unloaded trucks
  • Stocked sales floor and updated pricing signage
  • Provided courteous customer service to shoppers.

Customer Service (Seasonal)

Dream Incorporated
11.2011 - 01.2012
  • Updated customer data – basic profile data, orders, financial information
  • Tracked customer order and addressed customer’s related queries via phone and email
  • Received over 80 calls inbound calls per shift.

Telephone Interviewer

NORC (University of Chicago)
08.2008 - 04.2009
  • Conducted social service research for Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention in a call center (inbound and outbound calls)
  • Provided professional customer service
  • Received over 95 calls per shift.

Manager

Eura’s
10.2007 - 05.2008
  • Assisted with inventory and additional daily store duties
  • Responsible for human resources, cashier and customer service
  • Managed and trained four employees.

Merchandise Handler

American Girl Place
05.2007 - 08.2007
  • Maintained store floor and displays clean and organized; regulated backroom stock
  • Provided customer service to shoppers.

Customer Service (Temporary)

AppleOne
09.2005 - 12.2005
  • Entered customers’ basic profile and financial demographic information
  • Answered over 150 inbound calls per shift.

Medical Clerk

Nightingale of Chicago
03.2004 - 03.2005
  • Entered data including but not limited to patient diagnosis, medication’s and insurance
  • Filed medical records
  • Team leader of a group of 15.

Education

Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding

Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Clearwater, FL
06.2022

Medical Billing And Coding Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding

Coyne College
Chicago, IL
04.2011

High School Diploma -

Marie Curie High School
Chicago, IL
06.2003

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Procedural Coding
  • Multitasking Capabilities
  • Medical Billing Software
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Medical Billing Procedures
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Coding Ethics
  • Medical Claims Coding
  • Medical Billing Processing
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Customer Service
  • Medical Coding Guidelines
  • CPT Coding Knowledge
  • Data Entry Accuracy
  • Scheduling
  • Data Collection
  • Complaint Resolution
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Call Center Operations
  • Recordkeeping Strengths
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Problem Resolution
  • Staff Training
  • Quality Control
  • Professional Telephone Demeanor
  • Filing
  • De-escalation Techniques

References

References available upon request

Software

Microsoft Windows

Application Software

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Coding and Billing Specialist

K.A.M Alliance
08.2022 - Current

Youth Support Specialist

Aunt Martha's
02.2022 - Current

Data Entry Clerk

AT&T
08.2018 - 06.2019

Collections Representative

Halsted Financial Services
12.2017 - 04.2018

Customer Service Representative

Servicom
01.2017 - 06.2017

Clerk (Temporary)

Manpower
04.2016 - 06.2016

Proxy Representative & Call Center Representative (temporary)

Lakeshore (Computershare)
04.2015 - 10.2015

Customer Service (temporary)

City Staffing
03.2014 - 07.2014

Assistant Manager

Target
06.2012 - 04.2013

Customer Service (Seasonal)

Dream Incorporated
11.2011 - 01.2012

Telephone Interviewer

NORC (University of Chicago)
08.2008 - 04.2009

Manager

Eura’s
10.2007 - 05.2008

Merchandise Handler

American Girl Place
05.2007 - 08.2007

Customer Service (Temporary)

AppleOne
09.2005 - 12.2005

Medical Clerk

Nightingale of Chicago
03.2004 - 03.2005

Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding

Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater

Medical Billing And Coding Certificate - Medical Billing And Coding

Coyne College

High School Diploma -

Marie Curie High School
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