Knowledgeable Program Assistant successful at working in both team-based and self-directed capacities. Driven to maintain smooth operations through knowledgeable and skilled support.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Assistant II
WVSOM
02.2008 - Current
Reporting office progress to senior management and working with them to improve office operations and procedures
Schedule and participate in departmental meetings.
Maintain campus key inventory control
Coordinates travel arrangements for staff
Manage WVSOM's townhouse schedules and supplies
Assists in establishing, writing, implementing and maintaining departmental policies, procedures, and protocols
Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to deadlines.
Compiled data from various sources to provide comprehensive reports for senior management decision making.
Implemented a centralized record-keeping system that improved overall data accuracy and accessibility for team members. Managed both digital and physical filing systems and retrieved documents as required.
Provided administrative support to department leadership, streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges.
Developed training materials for staff members, increasing overall competency levels within the organization.
Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Assisted with facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.
Administrative Assistant
The Eye Center of Greenbrier Valley
07.2005 - 10.2008
Submit electronic and CMS 1500 claims to primary and secondary insurance
Ability to read and interpret EOB's and medical terminology
Review and appeal unpaid and denied claims
Verify patients' insurance coverage and other pertinent information
Answer patients' billing questions
Assist office manager with the company's financial reports and billing
HIPAA Rules and Regulations along with a high level of confidentiality
Utilize Quickbooks when handling banking, payroll and financial needs of the company.
PBX Operator
The Greenbrier Hotel
03.1998 - 07.2005
Operate a commercial telephone switching system with over 1000+ internal extensions
Utilize AS400 computer system to access guest information
Route incoming calls to the correct department or individual
Provides customer service and information pertaining to guest services
Process wake up calls and voice mail messages
Manages maintenance and emergency calls after hours and on weekends
Organize conference calls from different locations and time zones.
Education
Associate - Accounting
Ashworth College
Bachelor's - Business Administration
West Virginia University
Skills
Outlook
Quickbooks
Advanced Excel
Payroll
Scheduling
Multi-line Phone Systems
Accounts Payable/Receivable
Bookkeeping
General Ledger Accounting
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Journal Entries
Office Management
Bank Reconciliation
Data Entry
Medical Coding
Financial Statement Preparation
ICD-10
Advanced Microsoft Office
Creative Problem-Solving
Report Writing
Vendor Relationship Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Operations Support
Administrative Support
Certification
Bookkeeping Certification, Present, Thomas Learning
Assessments
Attention to detail, Proficient, 04/01/21, Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
Accounting skills: Bookkeeping, Highly Proficient, 05/01/21, Calculating and determining the accuracy of financial data
Emotional competence, Expert, 05/01/21, Managing one's own emotions and understanding those of others
Basic computer skills, Proficient, 05/01/21, Performing basic computer operations and troubleshooting common problems
Work style: Conscientiousness, Expert, 05/01/21, Measures a candidate's tendency to be rule-abiding, well-organized, hard-working, confident, and think before acting.
Data entry: Attention to detail, Highly Proficient, 05/01/21, Maintaining data integrity by detecting errors
Remote fit, Highly Proficient, 05/01/21, Measures the traits that are important for successful remote workers
Working with MS Word documents, Expert, 05/01/21, Knowledge of various Microsoft Word features, functions, and techniques.
Typing, Highly Proficient, 05/01/21, Transcribing text using a standard keyboard
Basic bookkeeping, Proficient, 05/01/21, Calculating and determining the accuracy of financial data
Awards
WVSOM Outstanding Employee of the Year, 05/01/15, This award is awarded to two employees out of over 200. They are voted on by their peers in response to the hard work and dedication they have displayed throughout the year.