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Ashleigh Chojnowski

Howell,MI

Summary

Seasoned Secretary with several years of experience in high-volume office settings. Strong regulatory knowledge, multitasking abilities, and independent thinking skills devoted to enhancing team performance. Well-organized and hardworking with adaptability and responsiveness for changing demands.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Warden Secretary

Michigan Department of Corrections
Whitmore Lake , MI
04.2021 - Current
  • Prepares documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Answers incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
  • Processes invoices for payment; tracked payments received from vendors and clients.
  • Maintains filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
  • Sorts mail and distributes it to appropriate personnel or departments within the organization.
  • Assists with special projects or tasks related to departmental functions upon request.
  • Creates agendas and took minutes during meetings, distributed notes in a timely manner afterwards.
  • Developed an efficient document tracking system which allowed quick access to all necessary paperwork.
  • Orders supplies as needed; tracks inventory levels and places orders with vendors when necessary.
  • Performs data entry into computer systems; ensured accuracy of all entered information.
  • Manages calendar reminders for upcoming deadlines or events associated with the office.
  • Creates and updated spreadsheets to track and report data.

Panel Coordinator

IHA Brighton Family Care
Brighton , MI
02.2018 - 03.2021
  • Identifies 'Gaps in Care', creates spreadsheets, data entry, drafting of letters, research of insurance guidelines, reaching out to patients to help them meet their gaps in care
  • Back up Medical Assistant when needed.
  • Drafted reports summarizing progress on various projects for upper-level management review.
  • Maintained calendars of upcoming events, meetings and deadlines.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Program Assistant - Logistics Section Chief

Michigan Public Health Institute Affiliate-Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Lansing , MI
02.2013 - 02.2018
  • Scheduling of appointments/meetings/car usage, inventory and meeting scheduling
  • Travel booking for air and ground
  • Coordinate travel accommodations and logistical needs for employees on trips for state office
  • Update documents/manuals and outlook calendars on a statewide level
  • Customer service and technical support for the MI TRAIN website
  • 24/7 On call for community and statewide emergency/crisis management situation.
  • Assisted in the coordination of program activities and resources, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and providing administrative support.
  • Provided technical assistance to program participants by responding to inquiries via phone or email.
  • Maintained detailed records of all program activities, data collection, and evaluation results.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth delivery of services for program participants.
  • Organized special events such as conferences, workshops, training sessions. for program participants.
  • Created informational materials about programs and services available to the public.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings to provide updates on individual projects and assist colleagues with any issues they may have encountered during their work.
  • Assisted management with planning and logistics for program activities.
  • Produced well-written, comprehensive reports and documents.
  • Scheduled and coordinated meetings and travel arrangements for staff.

Medical Assistant

Meridian Primary Care
Okemos , MI
12.2011 - 01.2013
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.

Medical Receptionist

Lansing Neurosurgery
Lansing , MI
03.2009 - 11.2011
  • Greeted and checked in patients, updating patient information in computer system.
  • Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
  • Scheduled patient appointments, verifying accuracy of appointment times with providers.
  • Answered incoming calls, responding to inquiries from patients and other medical offices.
  • Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
  • Assisted with filing of medical records and documents, maintaining accurate electronic files.
  • Provided support to clinical staff during patient visits, including rooming patients, collecting vital signs and documenting chief complaints.
  • Performed data entry tasks related to billing and collections procedures.
  • Processed referrals for specialist care when requested by physicians or patients.
  • Maintained supply inventory for office area, ordering items as needed and stocking shelves.

Education

FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 Certifications -

01.2013

Medical Assistant Certification -

Ross Medical Education Center
Lansing, MI
01.2005

High School Diploma -

Ovid-Elsie High School
Elsie, MI
05-2001

Skills

  • Security Protocols
  • Workplace Safety
  • Decision-Making
  • Time management abilities
  • Schedule Management
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Organizational Skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Task Prioritization
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Deputy Warden Secretary

Michigan Department of Corrections
04.2021 - Current

Panel Coordinator

IHA Brighton Family Care
02.2018 - 03.2021

Program Assistant - Logistics Section Chief

Michigan Public Health Institute Affiliate-Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
02.2013 - 02.2018

Medical Assistant

Meridian Primary Care
12.2011 - 01.2013

Medical Receptionist

Lansing Neurosurgery
03.2009 - 11.2011

FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 and 800 Certifications -

Medical Assistant Certification -

Ross Medical Education Center

High School Diploma -

Ovid-Elsie High School
Ashleigh Chojnowski