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Adjoa Darkwa

Adjoa Darkwa

Towson,MD

Summary

Towson, Maryland Highly motivated and skilled individual who can graciously handle and resolve challenging issues while delivering the best customer service. Driven to consistently provide service to the community around me and promote a functional work environment. With over 5 years of experience as a customer Business-minded Financial Counselor known for successfully managing high-level patient accounts. Determined employee with over 3 years of experience processing financial forms and obtaining referrals and other health documentation. Remains calm and poised in all types of situations. Organized individuals multitask and liaise between patients, physicians, and insurance companies. An astute Financial Counselor offering extensive healthcare insurance knowledge and proficiency. Highly motivated Financial Advisor educates clients on investment strategies, retirement planning and financial planning. Proven track record helping clients meet financial goals through sound advice and effective portfolio management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Financial Counselor/Clinical Administrator

Shady Grove Fertility, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
  • Conduct thorough patient consultations to address benefits, coverage, and financial alternatives
  • Execute critical components of benefit verification and prior authorization processes
  • Deliver consistent financial education and support to patients, spanning the entirety of their care journey
  • Serve as an educator, advocate, and liaison
  • Engages in effective communication with insurance providers and pharmacies, guaranteeing the prompt dispensation of medications to patients.
  • Improved client financial stability by assessing their financial situations and developing tailored plans.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed to ensure continued success in achieving financial goals.
  • Managed caseload effectively, ensuring timely follow-up appointments and communication with clients.
  • Developed strong relationships with community partners to expand available resources for clients in need of additional support.

Customer Service Representative

JCPenney
03.2020 - 07.2023
  • Provided excellent quality customer service by patiently listening and communicating company policies with empathy"I always maintained a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment."
  • Received a positive feedback rating of 96% based on customer satisfaction surveys
  • Assisted customers with online orders, in-store orders, credit card payments, questions about local stores, etc
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Assisted customers in navigating company website and placing online orders, improving overall user experience.

Clinical Research Assistant

Loyola University Chicago
01.2019 - 05.2022
  • Conducted routine monitoring and close-out of clinical sites, ensuring adherence to protocol requirements and regulatory guidelines geared towards Biotechnical clinical trials
  • Maintained study files, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data collected on Case Report Forms (CRFs) and other data collection tools during phase 1 of clinical trial study
  • Managed travel expenses in an economical fashion according to company travel policy
  • Prepared accurate and timely trip reports, documenting findings and recommendations for corrective action.
  • Supported investigators with the design and implementation of study protocols, ensuring adherence to regulations and ethical guidelines.
  • Assisted in the preparation of manuscripts for publication by conducting thorough data analysis and proofreading content for clarity.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate care coordination during their participation in clinical studies.

Administrative Office Assistant

Loyola University Chicago
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Provided comprehensive administrative support to executives and staff, managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements, resulting in a 30% increase in productivity
  • Prepared and edited various documents, including reports, presentations, and correspondence, with a accuracy rate
  • Managed incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting, distributing, and processing outgoing correspondence, ensuring timely and efficient delivery
  • Assisted with the preparation and coordination of company events, conferences, and meetings, resulting in a 25% improvement in event execution and attendee satisfaction.

Secretary/receptionist

Living Faith Assembly of God Church
01.2015 - 08.2017
  • Responding to phone calls and setting appointments accurately to ensure a managed and spaced-out schedule
  • Executed photocopying tasks, filing and data entry of church information
  • Utilized software such as Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Microsoft word
  • Typing: 60wpm.

Medical Assistant

Aurora Medical Clinic
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Greeted and checked in on patients and collected personal, medical, and insurance information
  • Coordinated physician schedules and maintain patient flow by communicating patient arrivals or delays
  • Used EMR software to manage patient records and files; reinforce and uphold patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA and clinic
  • Collected patient copayments and recorded payment transactions; obtained third-party payer authorization for services provided; and communicated outstanding balances to insurance companies and patients.

Education

B.S - Molecular Biology

Loyola University Chicago

Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Business Administration

Wastern Governors University
Utah
01.2025

Skills

  • Service representative and administrative assistant
  • Microsoft Office/Google
  • Suite, Excel, Google Sheets, and PowerPoint/Slides
  • Patient Counseling
  • New Hire Processes
  • Human Resources Department Processes
  • Medical Condition Monitoring
  • Document Filing
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Care Plan Discussion

Languages

  • I speak fluently are English, Twi, and Spanish.
  • Additional Information

    • Active DOD security clearance.

    Certification

    Good Clinical Practice Certification

    Work Availability

    monday
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    thursday
    friday
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    sunday
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    evening
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    Timeline

    Financial Counselor/Clinical Administrator

    Shady Grove Fertility, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
    07.2023 - Current

    Customer Service Representative

    JCPenney
    03.2020 - 07.2023

    Clinical Research Assistant

    Loyola University Chicago
    01.2019 - 05.2022

    Administrative Office Assistant

    Loyola University Chicago
    10.2017 - 03.2020

    Secretary/receptionist

    Living Faith Assembly of God Church
    01.2015 - 08.2017

    Medical Assistant

    Aurora Medical Clinic
    01.2012 - 01.2015

    B.S - Molecular Biology

    Loyola University Chicago

    Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Business Administration

    Wastern Governors University

    Good Clinical Practice Certification

    Adjoa Darkwa