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Barbara Poole

Schenectady,NY

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dental Claims Adjudicator

The Preferred Group
Latham, New York
09.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with team members and management to meet goals.
  • Communicated with clients to explain policy coverage and regulations.
  • Prepared and presented claims to other insurance companies and collaborated to gain necessary information to resolve claims.
  • Investigated high volume of insurance claims to determine validity and coverage eligibility.
  • Determined claim status and negotiated to reach reasonable settlements or denials.
  • Handled complaints and grievances using negotiating and problem-solving skills.

Travel Bureau Agent / Housekeeping

The Killington Resort
Killington, Vermont
09.1998 - 08.2000
  • Responded to clients' questions, issues, and complaints and found appropriate solutions when needed.
  • Responded to clients' questions, issues and complaints and implemented appropriate solutions.
  • Developed loyal clientele base due to excellent listening and research skills and keen understanding of travel budgets.
  • Asked open-ended questions to better ascertain client needs and determine best international travel offerings.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with staff members to make accurate reservations.
  • Provided high level of customer service to each person by engaging customer and using active listening and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and developed friendly rapport with callers while answering questions, making recommendations and leading conversations to bookings.
  • Managed online booking inquiries and assisted guests and travel partners with questions throughout entire booking cycle.
  • Managed and closed reservation calls to increase bookings by maintaining strong knowledge of resort products, services and facilities.
  • Suggested various packages and amenities to guests, helping each find perfect accommodations to fit personal needs.

Data Entry

The Preferred Group
Schenectady, New York
07.1996 - 07.1998
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
  • Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
  • Organized, sorted and checked input data against original documents.
  • Corrected data entry errors to prevent later issues such as duplication or data degradation.
  • Located and corrected data entry errors and reported to management.
  • Executed data verification to detect errors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Schalmont High School
Schenectady, NY
06.1983

Skills

  • Claims processing paperwork
  • Client relationship management
  • Benefits review
  • Claims
  • Prior authorization processing
  • Patient contact
  • Insurance industry experience
  • Data integrity
  • Clerical Support
  • Dependable and Responsible

Timeline

Dental Claims Adjudicator

The Preferred Group
09.2020 - Current

Travel Bureau Agent / Housekeeping

The Killington Resort
09.1998 - 08.2000

Data Entry

The Preferred Group
07.1996 - 07.1998

High School Diploma -

Schalmont High School
Barbara Poole