Michael Alford
Raleigh
Summary
Experienced Clinical Documentation Specialist with background in healthcare settings. Demonstrated mastery of medical terminology, coding fundamentals, and compliance requirements. Strengths include critical thinking, process improvement strategies and strong interpersonal communication skills. Previous roles involved enhancing clinical documentation processes for accuracy, leading to improved quality of patient care and streamlined operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Documentation Specialist
Oak Street Health
Raleigh
09.2024 - Current
- Reviewed clinical documentation to enhance accuracy and completeness.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical documents to ensure compliance with established guidelines.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to reinforce proper coding practices.
- Educated staff on documentation standards and compliance regulations.
- Analyzed medical records for quality improvement initiatives.
- Leveraged EPIC database to ensure thorough reviews of medical records.
Personal Home Aid
Maxim Healthcare
Raleigh
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals promptly.
- Supported clients in daily living activities, fostering independence and enhancing comfort.
- Collaborated with family members to develop personalized care plans for clients.
- Recorded client progress and care activities meticulously in health records to ensure continuity of care.
- Offered companionship to improve emotional well-being and alleviate feelings of isolation.
Inventory Manager
Seegars Fence
Wilmington
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed inventory levels to maintain optimal stock availability and support timely order fulfillment.
- Collaborated with suppliers to facilitate timely order fulfillment processes.
- Coordinated receiving and storing of materials and products to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Implemented organization strategies to improve warehouse operations and reduce retrieval time.
- Monitored stock movement using inventory management software systems.
- Conducted regular audits to maintain accurate inventory records.
Field Assistance
Seegars Fence
Rocky Mount
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in installation of fencing products at various job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to improve installation processes and reduce project time.
- Prepared job sites by clearing debris and setting up materials.
- Addressed client questions and concerns to enhance satisfaction and project clarity.
- Documented project progress and reported updates to supervisors regularly.
- Maintained tools and equipment in safe, working condition daily.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment for all staff.
- Trained new employees on procedures and best practices, ensuring cohesive team performance.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Wilmington, NC07.2024
Skills
- Medical coding
- EPIC charting
- Coding standards
- Record analysis
- Clinical summarization
- Healthcare collaboration
- Data accuracy
- Clinical terminology
- Procedure knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Patient interaction
- HIPAA compliance
Languages
English
Certification
Certified Nurse Aide 1
Timeline
Clinical Documentation Specialist
Oak Street Health
09.2024 - Current
Personal Home Aid
Maxim Healthcare
02.2024 - 08.2024
Inventory Manager
Seegars Fence
08.2023 - 11.2023
Field Assistance
Seegars Fence
05.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelors Degree - Exercise Science
University of North Carolina at Wilmington