Matthew Hower

Executive Assistant / Certified Medical Biller (CPB)

Tampa, FL, United States

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About

I am a detail-oriented and certified professional with extensive experience in administrative support, data management, and customer service. Most recently, I have been working as an Executive Assistant at Jett Media Entertainment since 2022, building on my experience since 2015. My work spans managing complex database systems and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, ensuring data accuracy and privacy compliance in HIPAA-regulated environments. I have handled billing inquiries, invoicing, and vendor communications, and I am proficient in medical coding standards including ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS. I have also applied psychological research methodologies to data management and client relations.

Experience

Executive Assistant

Jett Media Entertainment

Mar 2022 – Present

Administered complex database systems and spreadsheets utilizing Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, ensuring 100% accuracy in high-volume data entry and record maintenance. Managed and safeguarded sensitive documentation with strict adherence to organizational protocols, mirroring the data privacy standards required in a HIPAA-regulated environment. Oversaw accounts, invoicing, and vendor communications, ensuring timely resolution of billing inquiries and documentation accuracy. Instituted and refined organized filing systems for electronic and physical records, significantly improving document retrieval times and operational efficiency. Served as the primary point of contact for internal staff and external clients, managing complex scheduling and interdepartmental communications with professional precision.

Microsoft ExcelGoogle SheetsHIPAA Compliance

Various Customer Service Roles During Pursuit of Higher Education

Freelance & Academic Studies

May 2016 – Mar 2022

Directed high-volume delivery logistics and technical transcription projects, maintaining elite service ratings through strict adherence to formatting guidelines and time management. Successfully maintained a full-time academic schedule while managing multiple professional roles, demonstrating a strong work ethic and the ability to prioritize tasks under pressure. De-escalated complex service issues through active listening and personalized problem-solving, consistently ensuring positive outcomes and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction across multiple platforms.

Logistics ManagementTechnical TranscriptionCustomer Service
Yogurtology

Shift Leader

Yogurtology

Jun 2015 – Apr 2016

Managed daily bank deposits and security protocols, ensuring total accuracy in financial reporting and store opening/closing procedures. Mentored staff on revenue targets and managed equipment maintenance, adhering to strict health safety standards and precise measurement protocols. Upheld strict adherence to health department standards and internal safety protocols through regular equipment inspections and quality control audits.

Financial ReportingEquipment MaintenanceHealth Safety Standards

Education

University of South Florida

University of South Florida

Bachelor's Degree · Psychology

2025

Certifications

Certified Professional Coder

American Academy of Professional Coders

Sep 2026 – No expiry

Certified Professional Biller

American Academy of Professional Coders

Skills

Google SheetsMicrosoft ExcelVirtual CollaborationData IntegrityHIPAA ComplianceEMR/PM SoftwareClaim AdjudicationInsurance VerificationClaims ProcessingRevenue Cycle ManagementMedical Coding