Shateema Watson
Atlanta
Summary
Health information professional prepared for role with in-depth knowledge of medical record management and data analysis. Proven ability to enhance system efficiency and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in electronic health records (EHR) systems, medical coding, and patient confidentiality. Reliable and results-driven, consistently delivering high-quality performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Health Information Specialist
Datavant
10.2022 - Current
- Optimize record verification procedures, enhancing quality assurance protocols. Lead strategic improvement projects, driving operational excellence and efficiency gains.
- Spearhead innovative health information initiatives, implementing cutting-edge technologies to streamline data management and improve patient care outcomes.
- Foster cross-functional partnerships to align health information strategies with organizational goals. Facilitate seamless communication between departments.
Health Information Specialist II
Datavant
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed patient health records, ensuring HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
- Trained new hires and staff in HIS I roles, enhancing team productivity.
- Processed patient health information requests, maintaining accuracy and security.
- Created and maintained digital records, supporting efficient data retrieval.
- Participated in project teams to advance operational strategies.
- Managed patient health records, ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards and safeguarding confidentiality. Streamlined record retrieval process, improving efficiency.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for new HIS I staff, significantly boosting team productivity and operational effectiveness.
- Spearheaded digital record system improvements, facilitating seamless data access and supporting informed decision-making in patient care.
Radiology EMR Analyst
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Coordinated medical record merges, ensuring accurate patient identifier data across all EMR systems.
- Optimized radiology systems by identifying and resolving deficiencies in Epic Radiant, EMR, PACS, and voice recognition databases, ensuring data integrity.
- Managed electronic result fax queue and coordinated medical record merges, ensuring accurate patient identifier data across multiple systems.
- Assisted physicians in clarifying deficiencies, addressing inquiries, and following up on issues to ensure completion and excellent customer service.
- Assessed film and CD/DVD image sequences for numerous patients daily, enhancing diagnostic efficiency and patient care quality.
Medical Records Clerk
Georgia Regional Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia
11.2016 - 09.2017
- Optimized medical record management, enhancing data integrity and compliance while upholding patient privacy standards.
- Implemented efficient filing system, reducing retrieval time and improving interdepartmental communication for better patient care.
- Meticulously audited and updated patient records, ensuring accuracy and completeness for seamless healthcare delivery.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to maintain comprehensive and up-to-date medical histories, facilitating informed decision-making.
Education
Master of Science - Sport Health Science
Life University
Atlanta, Georgia05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Fisk University
Nashville, Tennessee05-2010
Skills
- Health Information Management
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Quality Assurance
- Training
- Project Management
- ICD-10-cM coding
- Healthcare IT systems
- HIPAA compliance
Accomplishments
Completed a specialized employer-sponsored inpatient coding training program focused on ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, MS-DRG assignment, coding compliance, clinical documentation review, and complex inpatient case analysis. Enhanced expertise in accurate code assignment, reimbursement methodologies, and application of Official Coding Guidelines for inpatient medical records.
Timeline
Lead Health Information Specialist
Datavant
10.2022 - Current
Health Information Specialist II
Datavant
08.2021 - 10.2022
Radiology EMR Analyst
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
09.2017 - 02.2020
Medical Records Clerk
Georgia Regional Hospital
11.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Fisk University
Master of Science - Sport Health Science
Life University