
I have devoted the last 12 years of my career to the Veterans Health Administration. I have always loved helping people, and I have found a special place at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center helping some of our Nation’s greatest heroes. I started my career working for them as a CNA in the Special Care Units, then I became a medical technician in Sterile Processing Services. I am currently a PSA in the Enrollment and Eligibility department, and I am looking to further my career helping Veterans in any capacity that I can by continuing to elevate into higher positions within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Computer proficient in the Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Excel, VIS, DPRIS, and VBMS, and Veterans Enrollment System
Ability to type 40 words per minute
Excellent in using medical terminology in both spoken and written communication
Quick learner and excellent at problem solving
Proficient at streamlining processes
Ability to work under pressure and successfully complete tasks even in stressful environments
Great interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team or independently
Provide excellent customer service and treat everyone with integrity and professionalism
Strong leadership skills and professional relationship building skills
Effective in communicating orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds
Effective in organizing work while adhering to established timeframes and reassessing priorities as needed
Professionally operate basic office and educational equipment
Lean Healthcare Yellow Belt Trained
Ability to use independent technical judgment to analyze, evaluate and resolve problems
Actively listens to customers and pays close attention to the details of the customer’s needs and concerns
Remain flexible and enthusiastic while helping an applicant navigate the VA healthcare system
Knowledge of quality control and assurance procedures and principles of performance improvement
Ability to function effectively between competing priorities
Promptly answer phone calls and make every effort to provide callers with a one-call resolution
Provide administrative guidance and support to a constantly changing professional staff, directs and accomplishes a wide range of procedures and serves as a liaison with other staff and the public as it relates to establishing entitlement to care
Provide advice, problem resolution and administrative support for eligibility issues related to VHA