Devra Lowing
Jenison,MI
Summary
High-energy Office Administrator with proven leadership, critical thinking and project management abilities gained during 6-year administrative career. Experienced in managing clerical requirements of daily need in the office and highly responsive to dynamic business conditions. Smoothly organize resources to keep teams efficient and achieve daily targets.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Administrator
Lowing Light & Grip
10.2021 - Current
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Optimized budget management by monitoring expenses, negotiating supplier contracts, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Assisted in event planning efforts for company gatherings, conferences, or workshops to enhance employee engagement and networking opportunities.
- Reduced administrative errors by diligently proofreading office documents and maintaining accurate records.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities while juggling diverse responsibilities, including reception duties and ad-hoc administrative tasks.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
Insurance Agent
Allstate Insurance
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Developed and implemented promotional strategies to increase customer base.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between carriers when needed, minimizing disruptions to client coverage and maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved.
- Analyzed risk factors to recommend appropriate coverage levels.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
Respiratory Therapist
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids, MI
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Kept abreast of industry advancements by attending continuing education courses, maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of the rapid response team.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
- Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
- Provided antibiotics, bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatory medications with hand-held nebulizers, metered-dose inhalers and positive pressure equipment.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, breathing techniques, and medication administration, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Select Specialty Hospital
02.2012 - 03.2016
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Collaborated with Human Resources during recruitment processes, selecting highly-skilled candidates who positively contributed to team dynamics and patient outcomes.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department by conducting risk assessments, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2012
- Kept abreast of industry advancements by attending continuing education courses, maintaining current knowledge of evidence-based practices.
- Performed arterial blood gas analysis and assisted in bronchoscopies.
- Provided emergency response assistance in cases of respiratory distress or failure as part of a rapid response team.
- Maintained patient charts and information, strictly adhering to HIPAA laws and privacy guidelines.
- Aided physicians with various procedures such as bronchoscopies, ventilator management, and intubations.
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MISkills
- Schedule and calendar management
- Ethics-focused
- Spreadsheet development
- Team Leadership
- Office Administration
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Professional and Courteous
- Report Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Hobbies
I enjoy spending time with my family. We love to spending our summer outdoors and camping. I have a loving husband and two children. We also spend a lot of our time enjoying the children's sporting events.
Timeline
Office Administrator
Lowing Light & Grip
10.2021 - Current
Insurance Agent
Allstate Insurance
05.2018 - 10.2021
Respiratory Therapist
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Grand Rapids, MI
03.2016 - 05.2018
Respiratory Therapy Manager
Select Specialty Hospital
02.2012 - 03.2016
Respiratory Therapist
Select Specialty Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2012
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Ferris State University