Debra O’Shea Begley
Administrative Manager/Practice Manager
Abington ,MA
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in the medical field, my unique blend of clinical knowledge, administrative acumen, and passion for patient-centered care sets me apart. Throughout my career, I have excelled in various roles including medical assistant, administrative manager, executive assistant, and functional medicine healthcare coach. These positions have allowed me to showcase my ability to streamline operations, enhance team efficiency, and deliver exceptional patient experiences. Dedicated to continuous growth and excellence, thriving in environments where diverse expertise can drive organizational success and elevate healthcare outcomes. A professional with a strong background in executive support, adept at managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information. Communication, organization, and problem-solving skills ensure seamless office operations. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs and priorities. Dependable and resourceful, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Assistant to C Level Suite Executives
ConsumerMedical/Alight Solutions
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Manage multiple executive calendars and coordinate executive meetings both internal and off-site
- Coordinates intricate travel schedules and trip logistics both international and domestic
- Organize, schedule, and oversee all plans and materials of monthly Board of Directors Meetings
- Negotiate favorable terms/pricing agreements with vendors, caterers and other service providers
- Monitors CEO’s email and replies on behalf of the CEO on related issues
- Prepare and edit correspondence, communications, presentations, and other documents
- Prepares and reconcile expense reports
- Plan and organize all company meetings and other company social functions
- Organize, schedule and oversee all bi-weekly Executive Assistant Team Meetings
- Assists CEO with the operations, growth, and effectiveness of the office
Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Team and Tax Department
EMD Serono, Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Coordinated and scheduled high level business meetings for the CFO and direct reports
- Managed all logistic details in collaboration with internal colleagues and external vendors
- Worked closely with the President’s office and the entire Senior Leadership Team in preparation for complex meetings with Merck leadership, Merck family, etc
- Coordinated complex travel arrangements both international and domestic
- Provided administrative support to the entire Finance Team and the Vice President of Tax
- Prepared and processed purchase requisitions, invoices, check requests and expense reports
- Coordinated onsite trainings for the finance team for new IS applications, Concur updates, etc
- Planned and coordinated yearly community service events for the entire Finance Department
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Executive Assistant to President /CEO and Chief Financial Officer
Quincy Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Managed CEO/CFO calendars to include organizing and scheduling all Board of Trustees Meetings, Finance and Audit Committee Meetings, conferences and travel arrangements
- Attended and coordinated all preparation material (Board Book) for Board of Trustees Meetings, Senior Leadership Meetings, and Finance Committee Meetings
- Provided support to the Chairman of the Board and other members of the Board as necessary
- Effectively maintained contact with a variety of public, private, and professional executives
- Creatively analyzed the office environment and implemented new systems in an effort to increase the efficiency of the office
- Managed budget approval process
- Served as a liaison for all senior leaders
Administrative Manager/Executive Assistant to Harvard Professor, Director of MRI and Image Guided Therapy Program, Director, National Center for Image Guided Therapy, Vice Chairman, Research, Department of Radiology
Brigham & Women’s Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Screened, interviewed and hired potential candidates for administrative positions within the Department of Radiology
- Supervised all activities of other administrative and clerical positions
- Prepared and processed expense reports
- Coordinated all arrangements for several advisory committee meetings
- Worked closely with the Director on all faculty-related recruitment, interviewing, orientation, development, evaluation, promotion, compensation and termination issues
- Course coordinator for all national and international courses and conferences
- Managed daily operations and budgets for each department
- Hired and trained appropriate staff, interacted with clinicians and coordinated operations
Education
Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach -
Functional Medicine Health Coach Academy
Business Administration -
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, MAAssociates Degree - Medical Assisting
Aquinas Jr. College
Milton, MASkills
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Outlook
- EBUY
- Kronos
- LMR
- Peoplesoft
Accomplishments
- Planned corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of 100+ employees.
Awards
- Recipient of several Consumer Medical Ally Appreciation Awards.
- Recipient of two EMD Serono Value Awards and three EMD Serono Spot awards.
- Recipient of the Brigham and Women’s 2006 5th Annual Edward M. Kennedy Award for Healthcare Innovation (Team award)
- Recipient of Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates 'Diamond Award' for recognition of leadership quality, cost containment and service excellence.
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach
Timeline
Executive Assistant to C Level Suite Executives
ConsumerMedical/Alight Solutions
01.2016 - 01.2023
Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer, Finance Team and Tax Department
EMD Serono, Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2016
Executive Assistant to President /CEO and Chief Financial Officer
Quincy Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
Administrative Manager/Executive Assistant to Harvard Professor, Director of MRI and Image Guided Therapy Program, Director, National Center for Image Guided Therapy, Vice Chairman, Research, Department of Radiology
Brigham & Women’s Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2009
Business Administration -
Eastern Nazarene College
Associates Degree - Medical Assisting
Aquinas Jr. College
Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach -
Functional Medicine Health Coach Academy
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