Hardworking and enthusiastic, trained in many facets of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Offering suggestions when improvements can be made. Enjoy helping people and feel that I succeed when they succeed.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Tina's Turning Leaf Massage, LLC
Tina A. Cigic, L.M.T.
New Bloomfield, PA
06.2015 - 12.2021
Sole proprietor.
Bi-annual continuing education to keep current on massage therapy techniques.
Accounting, ordering supplies and maintaining consistent level of current materials.
Schedule clients.
Managing notes for further research on pain management.
Actively communicate with clients about ways to improve pain management, stress level, sleep insomnia, PTSD, prenatal and post partum pain, and anxiety.
Communicate with colleagues regarding adaption of techniques.
Neuromuscular Therapy to relieve ischemic pressure.
Cupping to release tension in muscles and fascia.
Ear Candling to relieve pressure in auditory canal.
Swedish Massage to promote blood flow and various other medical attributes such as anxiety relief, improve sleep, promote relaxation, digestion and relieve muscle tension.
Hot Stone Massage to bolster relaxation.
Waxing and Body Wraps in spa atmosphere.
Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for business records.
Member Services Specialist Senior Representative
Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union
Middletown, PA
01.1998 - 09.2021
Delivered exceptional member service to every member by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
Investigated and resolved member inquiries and complaints quickly.
Recommended products to members, thoroughly explaining details.
Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with members, vice presidents and staff.
Delivered prompt service to prioritize member needs.
Met member call guidelines for service levels, handle time and productivity.
Educated members about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
Responded to member requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
Promoted superior experience by addressing member concerns, demonstrating empathy and resolving problems swiftly.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
Write procedures for the department.
Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
Answered average of 70 calls, emails and faxes per day, addressing member inquiries, solving problems and providing product information.
Developed highly empathetic member relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
Communicated professionally with colleagues, members, management, vice presidents and presidents.
Quickly and accurately answered member questions, suggested effective solutions and resolved issues to increase member satisfaction.
Collaborated with colleagues to enhance member service experience and exceed team goals through effective member satisfaction rates.
Cross-trained and provided back up for member service managers.
Effective liaison between members and internal departments.
Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
Implemented and developed member service training processes.
Tested website fixes, enhancements and upgrades and provided feedback for improvements.
Actively supported 4 live chat platforms daily for Microsoft Teams, IPay Master Site, Glia AI, Cisco Finesse Jabber.
Senior Billing Specialist and trained selected staff.
Assisted Implementations Department to train members on the IPay Electronic Bill Payment platform before implementation and post implementation.
Served actively as an Innovation Committee Member to create new products and services for the first year implemented.
Provided active support and troubleshooting for online accounting website.
Actively used Sales Force CRM.
Proof reading of various marketing materials before release to assist Marketing Department.
Research system issues and work in coordination with our in house programming staff.
Optimized member support by establishing collaborative service environment.
Followed up with members about resolved issues and completed IPay and Zephyr site and processing inaccuracies to maintain high standards of member service.
Supported IPay with fraud monitoring and prevention by communicating actively with the vendor and members.
Create system of logging issues for further investigation with vendor and train staff for consistent use.
Followed through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase credit union retention rates.
Served as a Corporate Account Manager for 1 year.
Participated in weekly Microsoft Teams virtual meetings.
Processing of electronic files for previous Electronic Bill Payment provider, Corillian.
Analyzed billing changes and inaccuracies of previous vendor.
Chiropractic Office Assistant
Kevin P. Koch, D.C.
Newport, PA
06.1992 - 01.1998
Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
Application of Therapeutic Ultrasound to patients.
Application of mild Electric Stimulation to patients.
Application of Traction.
Billing of services to patients or insurance companies.
Received, recorded and filed medical payments by check, cash and insurance.
Provide support during periodic Blue Shield Insurance Company inspections.
Filing and pulling charts.
Transcribe notes for X-rays.
Develop X-rays.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Entered procedure codes and diagnosis codes into medical billing software.
Restocked each medical room with adequate supply of medications and supplies in preparation for patients.
Contacted patients regarding unpaid and underpaid accounts to resolve issues.
Improved timely payment of bills by developing flexible payment plans for patients.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email.
Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctor's calendar and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
Researched and resolved insurance claim issues.
Cashier and Stock Clerk
R & S Wholesale
Duncannon, PA
05.1987 - 06.1992
Operated cash register for cash and check with excellent accuracy levels.
Count and report cash drawers daily.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Helped customers complete purchases and locate items.
Restocked and organized merchandise throughout store.
Pack cheese and other bulk items for resale.
Unpack trucks and stock storage areas both internally and external to store.
Education
Certification - Massage Therapy
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
06.2015
1 Semester of Accounting - Accounting
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
01.2012
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assisting
Thompson Education Center
Harrisburg, PA
05.1992
High School Diploma -
Susquenita High School
Duncannon, PA
05.1990
Skills
Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving
Microsoft Excel Knowledge
Continued Education
Ethical
Hard Working
Able to Train Staff Effectively
Interested in Improving Current Work Environment
Able to Actively Diffuse Difficult Calls
Billing Preparation and Execution
Phone Skills
Pressure Points
Information Gathering
Effective Communications
Stretching Exercises
Relaxation Techniques
Guiding Meditation
Verbal and Written Communication
Muscle and Soft Tissue Massage
Client Information and Education
Muscle Injury Treatment
Massage Techniques
Muscle Strengthening Techniques
Client Treatment Plans
Wellness Maintenance
Relationship Building
Therapist Referrals
Decision Making
Essential Oil Preparation and Blending
Client Records Maintenance
Essential Oil Application
Medical History Taking
Detail-Oriented
Client Service
Range of Motion Assessment
Standards Compliance
Analytical Thinking
Acute and Chronic Pain Management
Product and Service Promotion
Deep Tissue Massage
Workflow Management
Appointment Scheduling
Medical Terminology
Cupping Therapy
Email and Phone Etiquette
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Facial Massage
Prenatal Massage
Client Invoicing
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Needs Assessment
Hot Stone Massage
Cash Handling
Heat Therapy
Administrative Support
Inbound Phone Call Management
Sports Massage
Treatment Protocols
Quality Assurance
Treatment Recommendation
Chair Massage
Accomplishments
While working at Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union, I had volunteered yearly to attend and assist with Financial Reality Fairs at Newport High School, Big Springs High School, Harrisburg High School and Neshimany High School.
After opening my business, Tina's Turning Leaf Massage, LLC, I was able to assist a multitude of clients in managing pain and stress as well as provide spa modalities. I continue to keep my education current in my field of study and practice.