Tamara Bell
Roanoke,VA
Summary
Polished professional manages multiple tasks, utilizes electronic medical record systems, and provides excellent customer service to patients and staff. Adheres to medical records policies and procedures to comply with HIPAA regulations. Track record of effectively troubleshooting issues and maintaining patient confidentiality. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Medical Coding position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CASA SUPERVISOR/VOLUNTEER
Children's Trust
06.2016 - Current
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans
- Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations
- Expanded program outreach by delivering talks to church groups to assist in finding new volunteers
- Collaborated with social workers to support children in need
- Assisted in finding support services for displaced children working through trauma issues
- Built and maintained strong relationships with foster families and team members by successfully resolving issues and responding promptly to any questions or concerns
- Maintained thorough and accurate court reports reflecting all observations while making appropriate recommendations to the court in regards to the safest permanent placement for the child/siblings.
- Managed and motivated CASA volunteers to be productive and engaged in work.
- Maintained positive team relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring CASA volunteers' time management, court report documentation skills, and professionalism in court and team meetings.
- Onboarded new CASA volunteers with training and new hire documentation.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Medical Facilities Of America
08.2005 - 01.2016
- Assessed physical, mental and vocational statuses of clients to develop rehabilitation plans
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support
- Provided emotional support to patients adjusting to new cognitive and physical limitations
- Adjusted treatment plans based on in-progress evaluations and patient satisfaction
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches
- Supervised COTAs and conducted performance reviews for corrective action planning to ensure optimal productivity.
MASSAGE THERAPIST/BUSINESS OWNER
Body and Sole Therapy
06.2003 - 11.2004
- Worked with clients performing variety of therapeutic massages, including pregnancy, sports, deep tissue and Swedish
- Collected detailed client information to create individualized plans to relieve pain, improve circulation, rehabilitate injuries and increase relaxation
- Gave clients individualized suggestions for stretching, strengthening, postural and relaxation techniques
- Assisted with basic bookkeeping needs such as filing and maintaining clients' records
- Devised informational marketing ads and pamphlets to bring in additional clients.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Avante
04.2001 - 05.2003
- Assessed physical, mental and vocational statuses of clients to develop rehabilitation plans
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support
- Provided emotional support to patients adjusting to new cognitive and physical limitations
- Adjusted treatment plans based on in-progress evaluations and patient satisfaction
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches
- Supervised COTAs and conducted performance reviews for corrective action planning to ensure optimal productivity.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Center for Disability Services
08.1998 - 03.2001
- Assessed physical, mental and vocational statuses of clients to develop rehabilitation plans
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support
- Provided emotional support to patients adjusting to new cognitive and physical limitations
- Adjusted treatment plans based on in-progress evaluations and patient satisfaction
- Managed caseload of multiple sessions weekly using various types of therapies and approaches
- Supervised COTAs and conducted performance reviews for corrective action planning to ensure optimal productivity
- Developed rehabilitation plans that fit clients' aptitudes, education levels, physical abilities, and career goals based on their developmental stages.
Education
Professional Training - Professional Medical Coding And Billing
Career Step
Online Medical Coding And Billing Training09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Utica College
Utica, NY06.1998
Volunteer Certification -
Children's Trust
Roanoke, VASkills
- Time Management
- HCPCS coding
- Records Management
- Occupational Therapy Coding
- Organizational skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Data entry accuracy
- Procedural coding for Occupational Therapy Services
- HIPAA compliance
- Clinical documentation
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Reliable
- Medical Claims Coding
- Medical Terminology through Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Data Entry
Accomplishments
- Passed CPC exam on 12/5/2023.
- Completed Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy, accomplishing years of experience with medical terminology, diagnose and HCPCS coding, as well as medical records management with HIPPA compliance.
- Achieved a more accurate level of organization and profit margin by introducing online software for scheduling and billing tasks while revitalizing a local dog grooming business.
- Successfully collaborated with team of six in the development of a new, thriving CrossFit gym.
Timeline
CASA SUPERVISOR/VOLUNTEER
Children's Trust
06.2016 - Current
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Medical Facilities Of America
08.2005 - 01.2016
MASSAGE THERAPIST/BUSINESS OWNER
Body and Sole Therapy
06.2003 - 11.2004
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Avante
04.2001 - 05.2003
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Center for Disability Services
08.1998 - 03.2001
Professional Training - Professional Medical Coding And Billing
Career Step
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Utica College
Volunteer Certification -
Children's Trust
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