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Tina Cross

Indio,CA

Summary

Responsible for maintaining current case finding and suspension of reportable cancer cases using multiple hospital record systems according to American College of Surgeons (ACoS) and California Cancer Registry reporting standards.

Strong knowledge of oncology procedures medical terminology, and cancer treatment modalities. Proven ability to manage confidential information effectively while contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cancer Registrar I

Eisenhower Health
Rancho Mirage, CA
09.2006 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including clinical staff, epidemiologists, biostatisticians, pathologists, radiation therapists. to ensure accurate recording of diagnosis and treatment information.
  • Attended conferences and workshops related to advances in cancer registration practices.
  • Performed follow-up on incomplete or missing information from physicians, hospitals, laboratories, and other healthcare facilities.
  • Coordinated the submission of cancer registry data to state registries in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
  • Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.

Medical Receptionist

Desert Womancare
Rancho Mirage, CA
09.2000 - 08.2006
  • Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
  • Provided support to clinical staff during patient visits, including rooming patients, collecting vital signs and documenting chief complaints.
  • Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
  • Answered phones promptly and directed calls appropriately.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Maintained supply inventory for office area, ordering items as needed and stocking shelves.
  • Assisted with filing of medical records and documents, maintaining accurate electronic files.
  • Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
  • Photocopied insurance cards, documented details and verified patient coverage for upcoming procedures or appointments.

Education

Medical Assisting

Riverside County Office of Education - Career Technical Education
Indio
06-1998

Coachella Valley High School
Thermal, CA
06-1986

Skills

  • Medical Terminology
  • Data Entry
  • Documentation Review
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Self Motivation
  • Task Prioritization
  • Customer Service

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Certification

  • Medical Assistant Certificate of Training

Timeline

Cancer Registrar I

Eisenhower Health
09.2006 - Current

Medical Receptionist

Desert Womancare
09.2000 - 08.2006

Medical Assisting

Riverside County Office of Education - Career Technical Education

Coachella Valley High School

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