DEBORAH BLAKE
Alliance,Ohio
Summary
Dedicated administrative professional with 10+ years of experience supporting executive leadership, managing confidential records, and coordinating meetings and physician services programs. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, liaise across clinical and administrative departments, and deliver exceptional service to physicians, staff, and visitors. Committed to the values of integrity, teamwork, compassion, and patient-centered care.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Assistant
Aultman Alliance Community Hospital
Alliance, Ohio
05.2022 - 11.2025
- Support Director of Quality Services by maintaining appointment schedules, preparing meeting materials, and coordinating logistics for multi-department meetings.
- Produce and deliver PowerPoint presentations for clinical and administrative meetings; record and distribute accurate, confidential meeting minutes.
- Handle broad secretarial duties including drafting correspondence, filing documents, screening calls, and directing visitors and colleagues to appropriate departments.
- Manage supply inventory and office equipment across multiple departments to ensure uninterrupted workflow.
- Provide backup support for the Executive Assistant reporting to senior leadership, demonstrating flexibility and discretion.
- Serve as a professional liaison between administrative staff, clinical personnel, and external contacts in alignment with hospital service standards.
Engineering Assistant
Filnor,Inc.
Alliance, Ohio
08.2013 - 05.2022
- Maintained organized filing and logging systems for technical drawings; retrieved and released document packages on demand.
- Participated in weekly status meetings, communicating job progress and coordinating across departments.
- Performed a range of clerical duties: answering phones, filing, copying, faxing, and data entry.
Operator
Aultman Alliance Community Hospital
Alliance, OH
11.2025 - Current
- Directed incoming and interdepartmental calls, ensuring accurate transfers to appropriate departments.
- Compiled and maintained daily schedules and logs of available personnel.
- Utilized telephone, computer, printer, fax, and various software applications to input data and ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Monitored safety drills and reported safety issues involving patients, visitors, or personnel through overhead paging system. Utilized fire panel and telephone for effective communication during emergencies. Supported team efforts in maintaining a safe environment for all individuals on site.
Branch Manager / Operations Manager / Project Manager
Kellermeyer Building Services
Maumee, Ohio
10.2000 - 06.2003
- Advanced to Branch Manager with accountability for five locations; supervised personnel training, scheduling, performance, and attendance.
- Managed labor costs, materials, and equipment budgets to maintain operational efficiency.
- Handled multi-site coordination, client relations, and daily administrative operations.
Eligibility Referral Specialist II
Trumbull County Department of Human Services
Warren, Ohio
04.1989 - 09.2000
- Conducted face-to-face interviews to establish eligibility and provide referrals for State/Federal programs including OWF, Food Stamps, and Medicaid.
- Prepared and maintained detailed case records in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
- Served as public liaison to community and social organizations; exercised strong oral and written communication skills in sensitive interactions.
Education
Information Tech. For Administrative Professionals
Kent State University
Salem, OH01-2007
Certificate - Microsoft Windows Suite & Human Services Studies
Stark Technical School
Canton, OH01-1997
Skills
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Access
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft Visio
Standard office equipment (fax, copier, multi-line phone)
Database entry and management
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Scheduling & Calendaring
- Confidential Records & File Management
- Meeting Minutes & Transcription
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Database Entry & Maintenance
- Physician & Staff Liaison
- Educational Program Coordination
- Invoicing & Financial Approval
Timeline
Operator
Aultman Alliance Community Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Department Assistant
Aultman Alliance Community Hospital
05.2022 - 11.2025
Engineering Assistant
Filnor,Inc.
08.2013 - 05.2022
Branch Manager / Operations Manager / Project Manager
Kellermeyer Building Services
10.2000 - 06.2003
Eligibility Referral Specialist II
Trumbull County Department of Human Services
04.1989 - 09.2000
Information Tech. For Administrative Professionals
Kent State University
Certificate - Microsoft Windows Suite & Human Services Studies
Stark Technical School