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CHRISTINE BENICASO

Mayo Clinic
CHANDLER,AZ
19
years of professional experience

Diligent Patient Appointment Service Specialist with solid background in managing service operations and enhancing Patient satisfaction. Proven track record in streamlining processes and resolving patient issues promptly. Demonstrated expertise in effective communication and problem-solving.

Work History

Patient Appointment Services Specialist

2 Years 6 Months
Mayo Clinic | 02.2024 - Current
  • Independently schedule complex, multispecialty medical appointments, managing patient information, insurance details, and eligibility assessments in electronic medical records
  • Provide exceptional customer service, interacting with patients, healthcare professionals, and family members while navigating multiple systems simultaneously
  • Apply Mayo policies and scheduling criteria to ensure patients are prepared for appointments
  • Demonstrate flexibility in managing various communication channels and workflows
  • Streamlined communication processes, enhancing collaboration among healthcare teams.

Insurance Professional - Property & Casualty

3 Years 2 Months
USAA | 12.2020 - 02.2024
  • Facilitated members' insurance needs through inbound calls, providing exceptional customer service and support
  • Assessed accounts and utilized passive upselling techniques to enhance member satisfaction and retention
  • Handled a variety of inquiries including billing, payments, quotes, and policy issuance across all 50 states
  • Ensured compliance with established risk management and business policies throughout all interactions

Certified Nursing Assistant

4 Months
Brookdale Hospice | 05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Assisted hospice patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life care
  • Monitored vital signs and patient weight, documenting changes to inform the care team

Certified Nursing Assistant

4 Months
Sante of Mesa | 01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Supported patients with daily living tasks, including personal hygiene and mobility assistance
  • Monitored vital signs and assisted with admissions and discharges, ensuring a smooth transition for patients

Administrative Support Tech

1 Year 3 Months
CSL Plasma | 08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Greeted donors and conducted comprehensive health assessments to determine eligibility for plasma donation
  • Conducted health tests such as weight checks, vital signs, and hematocrit levels while also managing administrative tasks

Realtor/New Home Sales Assistant

8 Months
Temps Plus | 11.2016 - 07.2017
  • Collaborated with multiple new home builders to conduct property tours and highlight community features effectively
  • Conducted preliminary assessments of customer financial situations while assisting with administrative tasks and managing sales leads

Realtor

9 Years 4 Months
Coldwell Banker | 06.2007 - 10.2016
  • Represented buyers and sellers in residential real estate transactions, leveraging strong marketing and negotiation skills
  • Worked closely with lenders and title companies to ensure successful closings and coordinated open houses and seminars for first-time homebuyers
  • Conducted Broker Price Opinions for various financial institutions to assist clients in making informed decisions

Education

Personal Lines Insurance License

Kaplan Financial | Phoenix, AZ | 01-2021

Licensed Nursing Assistant

Star Canyon School of Nursing | Phoenix, AZ | 01-2018

California Real Estate License

Chamberlin Real Estate School | Campbell, CA | 01-2007

Business Management

Mercer County Community College | West Windsor, NJ | 01-1996

Skills

Patient orientated
Workflow management
Strong work ethic
Multitasking and organization
Excellent communication
Conflict resolution

Timeline

Patient Appointment Services Specialist

Mayo Clinic
02.2024 - CurrentRead More

Insurance Professional - Property & Casualty

USAA
12.2020 - 02.2024Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brookdale Hospice
05.2019 - 09.2019Read More

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sante of Mesa
01.2019 - 05.2019Read More

Administrative Support Tech

CSL Plasma
08.2017 - 11.2018Read More

Realtor/New Home Sales Assistant

Temps Plus
11.2016 - 07.2017Read More

Realtor

Coldwell Banker
06.2007 - 10.2016Read More

Mercer County Community College

Business Management
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Chamberlin Real Estate School

California Real Estate License
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Star Canyon School of Nursing

Licensed Nursing Assistant
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Kaplan Financial

Personal Lines Insurance License
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CHRISTINE BENICASO