CHRISTOPHER BLAESING
Elgin,IL
"Always try to work smarter, not harder."
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Summary
Hands-on, task focused professional with strong communication skills leveraging vast customer service experience. Pays close attention to detail for accurate and compliant documentation. Strong critical thinking. Management and training background. Follows policies, guidelines, and procedures to assure consistent quality. Manages time and prioritizes duties in fast-paced, multi-task environments. Fully capable of organizing large number of records and documents. Able to assess workflow priorities and respond to departmental needs accordingly. Great team player and works well with peers.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Contractor/Handyman
Self Employed Construction
Elgin, IL
05.2017 - Current
- Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, tapped/mudded, sanding, prime coat, and finishing color
- Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs: installing new toilets, rewiring/replacing homes fuse breaker box, unclogging drains, installation of smart switches and outlets.
- Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds
- Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
- Refurbished existing cabinets and counter
- Install new, repair, or restore all flooring types.
- Tear-outs, floor prepping, and moving of furniture.
- Re-seallining windows, doors, and siding to prevent drafts and minimize energy costs.
- Installed lighting fixtures
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
- Performed basic landscaping tasks: mowing lawns, snow plowing, gardening, weeding flower beds, seed & fertilze, branch/hedge trimming, tree/bush removal, etc.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Medical Claims Processor
Firstsource Solutions USA
Rockford, IL
01.2012 - 05.2016
- Thoroughly reviewed and ensure the accuracy of information on daily basis between recently submitted claims as well as resubmitted corrected provider health claims
- Processed managed care claims including Specialist, hospital in and out patient, and allied provider claim types
- Entered benefits information, pricing, and any other misread information during the scanning process and keep a close watch over any supportive documentation that may have been sent in. Forward info to the proper handler for reconsideration.
- Coordinate with other plans to establish primary and secondary insurance policy rolls.
- Kept management updated with in-depth reports of escalations in progress, and follow up on un-resolved cases
- Adhere to all strict codes of conduct.
- Won various awards for knowledge, top team player and team spirit.
- Recognized by peers and supervisor as showing good leadership and peer mentoring.
- During monthly reviews, my scores averaged, 4.8-5.0 on a 5-point scale
- Assisted fellow team members in there post-training follow up. Explaining how to or demonstrating proper ways to execute new procedures, as they come along.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Private Caregiver
Self / contracted
Elgin, IL
10.2006 - 02.2012
- Established an individualized health assessment for each client. Then help with the assist in obtaining their set out goals.
- Handled light housekeeping duties
- Provided transportation
- Grocery shopping
- Prepare meals
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Personal Contractor
Professional Exhibits & Design
01.2005 - 11.2009
- Controlled inventory and quality management in a warehouse environment
- Professionally prepared displays and products for trade show exhibits.
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
- Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Researched and identified innovative solutions to acquire resources and meet customer needs.
- Created wireframes and mockups to connect information structure of site and present design ideas to clients.
Plant Supervisor
W. Kost Mfg
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Took phone calls, filed paper work, and collaborated with the scheduling and engineering departments
- Assessed production analyzed data and reported performance for the day and night shifts
- Negotiated with vendors and conducted internet research to obtain favorable pricing on products
- Worked with the scheduling department to outline timelines and delivery dates of finished goods.
Installer
Contel Inc, Estates
02.2002 - 09.2002
- Reviewed blue prints and identified location of new bays to install equipment
- Installed telephones, routers, and internet equipment to the bays
- Troubleshot and performed safety checks for all telephone lines
- Performed ties, wire wrapping and repair of damaged circuitry.
Education
Associate In Electrical Technology - Telecommunications/Electrician
Medical Billing And Coding Technologies - Certification Medical Billing And Coding
05.2012
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- Soft Skills:Customer Service, Confidential, Punctual, Goal Driven, Leaderships, Team Builder
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- Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel), Type Speed: 60 wpm, Data Entry, Java, IBM Programs
- Administrative Skills:Claim Processing, Appointment Scheduling, Documentation
- Heavy Labor
- Supply Management
- Technical Documentation Interpretation
- Chemical Cleaners
- Stonework
- Special Events
- Repairing Pipes and Fixtures
- Wooden Structure Building and Repair
- Corporate Regulations
- Woodworking
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- Parts Lubrication
- HVAC
- Roofing
- Computerized Maintenance Management
- Piping Systems Maintenance
- Control Precision
- Concrete Pouring and Finishing
- Alignment and Balancing
- Workshop Crane Operation
- ERP and SAP
- Building and Wall Bricklaying
- Hazardous Chemicals
- CAD Software
- Project Management
- Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- HVAC Systems
- Chisel Hammers
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Self Contractor/Handyman - Self Employed Construction
05.2017 - Current
Medical Claims Processor - Firstsource Solutions USA
01.2012 - 05.2016
Private Caregiver - Self / contracted
10.2006 - 02.2012
Personal Contractor - Professional Exhibits & Design
01.2005 - 11.2009
Plant Supervisor - W. Kost Mfg
01.2004 - 01.2005
Installer - Contel Inc, Estates
02.2002 - 09.2002
Devry University, Addison, IL US - Associate In Electrical Technology , Telecommunications/Electrician
Ultimate Medical Academy - Medical Billing And Coding Technologies , Certification Medical Billing And Coding
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