Sonja Forrest
Self
Spotsylvania
8
years of professional experience
Diligent educator with strong background in homeschooling. Successfully created and implemented diverse educational plans tailored to individual learning needs, leading to significant academic growth. Demonstrated ability in curriculum development and student assessment.
Work History
Volunteer Homeschool Teacher
11 Months- Developed customized lesson plans to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Implemented diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
- Monitored student progress through assessments, adjusting strategies to ensure academic success.
- Created a structured daily schedule that promoted discipline and time management skills in students.
Inpatient Medical Coder
6 Years 5 Months- Coder IV, May 2021 – December 2021
- Level 1 Trauma DRG Coder, January 2021 – May 2021
- Coded medical records for accurate assignment of CPT and ICD-10-PCS codes according to strict coding guidelines across various clinical specialties
- Queried providers to gather information and documentation, ensuring compliance and completeness of patient records
Inpatient and Ancillary Medical Coder PRN
4 Months- Auditing and Education Consultant, October 2018 – November 2019
- Director of Coding Operations, October 2017 - October 2018
- Resource Manager, Medical Coder, September 2015 - October 2017
- Inpatient Medical Coder, September 2013 - September 2015
- Analyzed inpatient medical records, abstracting appropriate codes, sequencing coder per guidelines and policy
- Ensured coded data accurately reflected service provided based on documentation, maintaining compliance with Joint Commission standards, guarding against fraud and abuse
- Provided support and education to a team of 60 remote coders, facilitating complete, accurate, and efficient coding
- Managed team productivity and quality, ensuring timely delivery of client projects
- Coordinated training for 50 employees, including new-employee training, equipment procurement, client information training, timekeeping responsibilities and productivity logs and requirements
Education
Master of Public Administration and Healthcare Management Degree
Master of Business Management
Bachelor of Science Degree
Education
Presently enrolled.
Associates in Science Marketing
Presently enrolled.
Skills
Lesson planning
Teaching strategies
Differentiated teaching
Student-centered learning
Learning assessments
E-learning tools
Virtual learning
Virtual classroom management
Group instruction
Student engagement
Parent-teacher communication
Child development
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Collaborative teaching
Positive environment
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths and weaknesses.
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons..
Timeline
Volunteer Homeschool Teacher
Self
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Inpatient and Ancillary Medical Coder PRN
TrustHCS
11.2019 - 03.2020Read More
Inpatient Medical Coder
Oxford Global Resources, Himagine Solutions, Lexicode, Cherokee Nation Entertainment
01.2019 - 06.2025Read More
Blue Ridge Community College
Associates in Science Marketing
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Blue Ridge Community College
Education
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Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science Degree
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Grand Canyon University
Master of Business Management
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Grand Canyon University
Master of Public Administration and Healthcare Management Degree
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MILITARY SERVICE
- United States Army
- Admissions and Dispositions Clerk, Night Shift Manager, Inpatient Medical Coder, Medical Support Assistant, Training Coordinator, January 2005 – September 2013