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Education
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Amy Gordon

Anoka,MN

Summary

Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.

Attentive cosmetologist with several years of experience. Dedicated to long-term relationships with clients and high-quality beautification. Successful at maintaining professional workspaces while remaining welcoming and thoughtful about each customer's needs.

Compassionate Hospice Aide known for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in providing emotional support, basic medical care, and daily living assistance to patients. Specialized skills include patient comfort, palliative care knowledge, and end-of-life care procedures. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience to enhance patient and family experiences during challenging times.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Scheduler

Allina Health
Coon Rapids, MN
10/15/24 - Current
  • Created and maintained patient medical records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Answered incoming calls from patients inquiring about their upcoming appointments, or requesting changes to existing ones.
  • Maintained a high level of customer service when interacting with patients over the phone or in person.
  • Answered phone calls and take messages for Medical staff members.

Office Manager and Hospice Caregiver

Ark on the River LLC
Anoka, MN
10.1999 - Current

Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.

  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure the accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail, and coordinated courier services.
  • Processed payroll accurately, ensuring all employees were paid on time.
  • Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care, such as laundry and changing linens.
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming, and toileting needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness, or disability.
  • Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse rate.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements, and assisted with feeding when necessary.

Cosmetologist

Aveda Corporation
Blaine, MN
10.2017 - 10.2021
  • Assisted senior stylists with complex color formulations.
  • Advised clients on how to maintain their new hairstyles at home.
  • Engaged with customers by providing friendly conversation during services.
  • Collaborated with other professionals in the beauty industry.
  • Trained new staff members on salon policies and procedures.
  • Performed haircuts, coloring, highlighting and styling techniques.
  • Managed appointments through scheduling software program.
  • Maintained cleanliness of salon equipment and tools.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer services provided.
  • Attended continuing education classes to stay up-to-date with trends in the industry.

Administrative Assistant

Allina Hospitals & Clinics
Cambridge, MN
06.2004 - 08.2014
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Maintained supply inventory for office area, ordering items as needed and stocking shelves.
  • Assisted with filing of medical records and documents, maintaining accurate electronic files.
  • Processed referrals for specialist care when requested by physicians or patients.
  • Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
  • Answered phones promptly and directed calls appropriately.
  • Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.

Education

Associate of Science - Radiography

St Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Anoka Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN

Licensed Cosmetologist -

Empire Beauty School-
Spring Lake Park MN
07-2015

Skills

  • Friendly Communication
  • Hair Assessments
  • Hair Coloring and Highlighting
  • Active Listening
  • Chemical Mixing and Application
  • Trend Awareness
  • Product expertise
  • Records Management
  • Referral Verification
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Appointment Setting
  • Office Administration
  • Patient callbacks
  • Account Management
  • Front Desk Operations
  • Documentation
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Medical Records Management
  • Effective customer communication
  • Terminally ill patient care
  • Palliative Care
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • Catheter Care
  • Family Support
  • Toileting assistance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance

Affiliations

  • Hockey mom and Team Manager
  • State and National Parks
  • Traveling: road, air and sea

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cosmetologist

Aveda Corporation
10.2017 - 10.2021

Administrative Assistant

Allina Hospitals & Clinics
06.2004 - 08.2014

Office Manager and Hospice Caregiver

Ark on the River LLC
10.1999 - Current

Medical Scheduler

Allina Health
10/15/24 - Current

Associate of Science - Radiography

St Catherine University

Licensed Cosmetologist -

Empire Beauty School-

Some College (No Degree) - Business

Anoka Ramsey Community College
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