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Barbara L. Sokol

Berkeley Heights,NJ

Summary

Chart Retrieval Specialist with 2-year experience retrieving data from medical records while delivering highest quality customer service. Strong knowledge of medical records, various EMR systems, and HIPAA regulations. Exceptionally hardworking, conscientious, and detail-oriented. Organized and dependable with a history of meeting company goals utilizing interpersonal skills, time management, and problem-solving skills. Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment, and willingness to take on added responsibilities.

Overview

52
52
years of professional experience

Work History

Chart Retrieval Specialist

Ciox Healthcare
Alpharetta, GA
06.2020 - Current
  • Travel throughout NJ to various medical facilities.
  • Retrieve data from medical records with an understanding of their EMR systems while using Ciox equipment and processes.
  • Continuously achieve or surpass chart retrieval goals. Complete quality work independently and on schedule.
  • Ability to communicate and represent Ciox successfully at various medical offices.
  • Knowledgeable on HIPAA regulations.


Territory Representative

FGXI (Foster Grant)
Morris Township, NJ
2015 - 03.2020
  • Merchandise reading and sunglasses for major chain stores and retail establishments.
  • Execute new promotions and marketing campaigns in timely manner.
  • Work remotely with home office, and communicate closely with Regional Manager.
  • Built strong client relationships and provided quality services resulting in increased sales.

Corporate Sales Representative

BJ's Wholesale Club Inc.
Westborough, MA
2009 - 2012
  • Sold and managed corporate membership accounts in Northern NJ.
  • Developed strong customer relations with Human Resource Managers at businesses, schools, & hospitals.
  • Attended trade shows, and benefit fairs.
  • Worked with extensive business research data base and cold called.

Classified Sales Associate

Non Profit Times
Morris Plains, NJ
2002 - 2004
  • Achieved classified advertising sales by phone.
  • Maintained and updated advertising database.
  • Acquired new advertising clients.

East Coast Advertising Sales Manager

Playthings Magazine, a div. of Reed Elsevier Publications
New York, NY
1994 - 2001
  • Managed million dollar territory from Maine to Florida.
  • Sold advertising to toy manufacturers and industry affiliates.
  • Created and presented advertising packages to prospective customers.
  • Developed strong relationships with advertisers and negotiated pricing following established procedures.
  • Researched and customized advertising campaigns for clients.
  • Developed client relationship cultivating events to promote growth, resulting strong advertising sales.
  • Developed sales leads and uncovered new business opportunities through prospecting and cold calling.
  • Maintained client database.
  • Assisted in coordinating annual Toy Fair Dinner.
  • Position involved travel, planned & attended business lunches and dinners.
  • Cahner's Presidents' Club Award(1999)

Senior Advertising Account Executive

News Communications, Inc.
New York, NY
1990 - 1994
    • Met and exceeded weekly sales quota.
    • Developed relations with major corporate accounts.
    • Obtained customer renewals and referrals through strong customer service.
    • Established new customer accounts through cold calling, set appointments, and canvassing.

Director of Membership Services

Invitations,Inc.
New York, NY
1988 - 1990
  • Sold dating service memberships.
  • Planned, coordinated, and attended all social events.
  • Insured needs of members were met.

Retail Manager & Associate Retail Buyer

A&S, Macy, NETCO
New York, NY
1983 - 1988
  • Assisted Buyer in all elements buying process.
  • Coordinated import programs.
  • Completed all daily tasks and special assignments efficiently and exemplary team member.
  • Implemented Loss Prevention Program.
  • Worked closely with manufacturers.
  • Merchandised and managed selling floor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business/Psychology

Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY

Skills

  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Proficient Multitasker
  • Exceptional Communicator
  • Organized
  • Detail Oriented
  • Team Player
  • Effective Listener
  • Self-Motivated
  • Upbeat People-Person
  • Creative
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office/Outlook/ Word/Excel
  • Electronic Health Records Systems
  • HIPAA Guidelines

Timeline

Chart Retrieval Specialist

Ciox Healthcare
06.2020 - Current

Territory Representative

FGXI (Foster Grant)
2015 - 03.2020

Corporate Sales Representative

BJ's Wholesale Club Inc.
2009 - 2012

Classified Sales Associate

Non Profit Times
2002 - 2004

East Coast Advertising Sales Manager

Playthings Magazine, a div. of Reed Elsevier Publications
1994 - 2001

Senior Advertising Account Executive

News Communications, Inc.
1990 - 1994

Director of Membership Services

Invitations,Inc.
1988 - 1990

Retail Manager & Associate Retail Buyer

A&S, Macy, NETCO
1983 - 1988

Bachelor of Science - Business/Psychology

Skidmore College
Barbara L. Sokol