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Arnold Ruffin

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Adept in customer service and computer skills, I significantly enhanced patient confidentiality and service efficiency at Christus Health. My leadership in training and problem-solving, coupled with a reliable and positive attitude, consistently improved team productivity and customer satisfaction. My career is marked by a commitment to excellence and a proven ability to multitask and adapt.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Access Representative

Christus Health
05.2024 - Current
  • Receive phone calls from patients and facilities to schedule health appoints.
  • Secured patient information and confidential medical records in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information during all interactions.
  • Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
  • Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.

Customer Service Specialist

GDIT
04.2021 - 09.2022

Provided customer service to patients

over the phone by taking inbound calls.

Filed adverse event reports for patients

who received the COVID 19 vaccines

for the CDC.

Documented productivity in a timely

manner.

Head Cashier

Home Depot
09.2019 - 10.2020
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to a pleasant shopping environment for customers.
  • Mentored new cashiers, providing comprehensive training that resulted in increased productivity.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with professionalism and empathy, working diligently toward satisfactory resolutions.

Call Center Representative

Teleperformance USA
01.2014 - 08.2014

Provider customer service to patients

at a call center.

Take credit card insurance payments

over the phone.

Assign physicians to patients.

Quote insurance benefits to patients.

Investigated and resolved customer

inquires.

Admissions Technician II

LSUHSC
02.1985 - 11.2010

Interview and register patients in the ER.

Communicate hospital regulations.

Code available insurance.

Answer inquires.

Assign ID bands.

Schedule clinic appointments.

Conducted Dishcharge Analysis

for Health Information Management.

Assisted other clinics and departments

over the phone.

Education

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Draughon Business College
Downtown Shreveport
09.1981

High School Diploma -

Woodlawn High School
7340 Wyngate BLVD, Shreveport LA, 71106
05.1979

Skills

Customer Service

Computer Skills

Verbal/Written Skills

Professionalism and Productivity

Multi-task and Flexability

Problem Solving Skills

Team Leadership

Friendly Positive Attitude

Reliable and Trustworthy

Excellent Attendance Record

Eager To Learn

Affiliations

  • Reunion Home Owners Association, Bible School Teaching, Family Patriot

Timeline

Patient Access Representative

Christus Health
05.2024 - Current

Customer Service Specialist

GDIT
04.2021 - 09.2022

Head Cashier

Home Depot
09.2019 - 10.2020

Call Center Representative

Teleperformance USA
01.2014 - 08.2014

Admissions Technician II

LSUHSC
02.1985 - 11.2010

No Degree - Business Administration And Management

Draughon Business College

High School Diploma -

Woodlawn High School
Arnold Ruffin