Managed sensitive patient information with strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, maintaining confidentiality and privacy at all times.
Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care.
Worked with patients to schedule tests and procedures.
Coordinated with insurance companies for accurate billing and claim processing, reducing errors and financial discrepancies.
Delivered excellent patient experiences and direct care.
Assisted in the development of care plans tailored to individual patient needs, improving overall health outcomes.
Office Assistant/Dental Assistant
Smile Design Dental Group
01.2021 - 01.2024
Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Customer Support Specialist
Bluegreen Vacations
03.2013 - 03.2020
Coordinated events and conferences that showcased the company''s expertise, strengthening its reputation within the industry.
Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
Enhanced customer experience using all omnichannel offerings.
Reviewed invoices, payment requests, advance requests, expense reimbursements, and proper coding, prior to approval.
Handled escalated support cases with diplomacy and tact, successfully defusing tense situations between the company and its customers.
Caregiver
Home At Last
05.2004 - 02.2016
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Branch Manager
Trustco Bank
02.2007 - 04.2010
Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
Consulted customers to boost product sales and services.