Alexis Kirkwood
Vernonia
Summary
Insightful professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion, while seeking to expand my skill set. I have years of experience in leadership roles throughout my working experience. I excel in communication, critical thinking, and adaptability, ensuring positive outcomes of collaboration and customer experience. I’m dedicated, taking on any role with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. I show up eager to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact. I’m driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Warehouse Purchaser
WOEC
Vernonia
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Coordinated purchasing activities with internal teams for work order alignment and pricing.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of materials, while securing the best price.
- Utilized NISC system, while taking any training classes to further knowledge & understanding.
- Took inventory to maintain accurate material count.
- Entered invoices, created PO’s and maintained all records for accounting.
- Scheduled inspections, and maintained organization of all files.
- Kept all record of birth & death certificates for equipment, with maintence along the way.
- Obtained flagging cert, fork lift cert, & CPR cert.
Scheduler
The Oregon Clinic
Portland
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated schedules and appointments for multiple teams, including 15 physicians, with various needs.
- Utilized scheduling software, EPIC, and EMR to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of appointments and changes in schedules, while working promptly to communicate effectively.
- Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
Pre service specialist
Providence Health & Services
Portland
07.2021 - 03.2025
- Coordinated pre-service activities for patient admissions and outpatient services.
- Collected insurance information along with verification, and relayed pre authorizations.
- Assisted with payments, payment plans, financial assistance.
- Set up workers comp claims, MVA, & other accident claims.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements based on customer feedback.
- Took a high volume of calls, while maintaining patient satisfaction.
Emergency Room - Access Services
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
Portland
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Assembled visit paperwork, claim information, financial assistance applications, and insurance collection.
- Took payments for medical billing.
- Completed registration procedures for patients, expertly inputting information to meet provider, facility and legal requirements.
- Received patient inquiries or complaints and directed to appropriate medical staff members.
- Collaborated with insurance companies to resolve billing discrepancies and pre-certification.
- Preformed job duties during peak times, in emergent situations, ensuring rapid patient processing.
- Cross trained in the SSU and lab.
Barista
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
Portland
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Trained new baristas on coffee-making techniques, customer service standards, and operational procedures.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, recognizing preferences and anticipating needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment.
- Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
- Input orders into point of sale system and handled customer payments.
Team Leader
Round Table Pizza, Inc
Hillsboro
09.2015 - 08.2017
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Assigned projects and distributed tasks to team members as per area of expertise.
- Maintained daily inventory to facilitate successful material distribution.
- Promoted to leadership position in recognition of strong work ethic and provided exceptional customer service.
- Communicated with vendors regarding food orders, supplies, equipment needs.
- Collaborated with marketing team on promotional campaigns aimed at increasing sales volume, while organizing special events such as happy hour promotions or parties.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Portland Community College
Portland, OR 06.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Hilsboro, ORSome College (No Degree) - Nursing Pre Reqs
Mount Hood Community College
Tigard, ORSkills
- Goal oriented
- Critical thinker
- Problem solver
- Receptive
- Peer collaboration
- Time management
- Personable and approachable
- Effective communicator
- Organized
- Multitasking with efficiency
- Computer systems competency
- Ability to learn quick
- Tenacious
References
Tracy Moore, PHS
(503) 577-2221
Rebecca Scallion, PHS
(805) 823-5079
Kristen Waldroop, TOC
(503) 481-0799
Tamiko Warren, RE
(503) 515-9293
Ryan Roberts, WOEC
(971) 727-9547
Jake Titus, WOEC
(971) 708-9157
Margy Prout, WOEC
(503) 369-6696
Kellie Murray, WOEC
(503) 784-6467
Tanner Jossi, WOEC
(406) 788-8792
Timeline
Warehouse Purchaser
WOEC
08.2025 - 11.2025
Scheduler
The Oregon Clinic
03.2025 - 08.2025
Pre service specialist
Providence Health & Services
07.2021 - 03.2025
Emergency Room - Access Services
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
01.2018 - 09.2021
Barista
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center
08.2017 - 09.2018
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Portland Community College
06.2016 - 06.2018
Team Leader
Round Table Pizza, Inc
09.2015 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Hillsboro High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Pre Reqs
Mount Hood Community College