Kami Fast
Rochester School District
Chehalis
32
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills. Experience with managing records and filing. Good keyboarding skills, and quick learner with office programs. Exceptional public relations skills. Work well with co-workers. Willing to help where wherever needed to complete a task.
Work History
Attendance Secretary
9 Years 9 Months- Implemented electronic attendance tracking system, enhancing reporting efficiency and data integrity.
- Managed daily attendance records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with district policies.
- Trained new staff on attendance protocols and software use to support operational continuity.
- Analyzed attendance data trends to identify areas for intervention and support strategies for students.
- Collaborated with school counselors to address student needs related to frequent absences or tardiness.
- Maintained confidentiality of student information by adhering strictly to FERPA guidelines when handling sensitive data.
- Handled parent calls requesting student early dismissal for approved reasons and facilitated release of students from class.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently maintaining and updating attendance records in the school database system.
- Oversaw workflow for processing excused absences, minimizing disruption to classroom activities.
Surgery Scheduler/Medical Insurance Specialist
19 Years 3 Months- Coordinated patient scheduling for surgical procedures, optimizing clinic workflow and resource allocation.
- Facilitated communication between patients, surgeons, and medical staff to ensure timely surgical preparations.
- Managed appointment confirmations and reminders, enhancing patient attendance rates and satisfaction.
- Developed and maintained electronic scheduling system, streamlining appointment management processes.
- Educated patients on pre-surgery requirements, such as fasting protocols or medication adjustments, resulting in fewer complications on the day of the procedure.
- Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
- Verified insurance coverage and obtained pre-authorizations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in handling sensitive patient information, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and clinic policies.
- Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
- Demonstrated adaptability in managing last-minute schedule changes while minimizing disruption to overall workflow.
- Resolved scheduling conflicts to maintain high-quality patient services.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Secretary
1 Year 3 Months- Coordinated events and meetings, facilitating communication among congregation members and staff.
- Developed efficient filing systems, improving document retrieval processes for administrative tasks.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Attendance tracking
Data entry proficiency
Strong organization
Scheduling appointments
Filing systems management
Student supervision
Customer relations
Collaborative team member
Rapid adaptation
Effective communication
Timeline
Attendance Secretary
Rochester School District
11.2016 - CurrentRead More
Surgery Scheduler/Medical Insurance Specialist
Washington Orthopaedic Center
01.1996 - 04.2015Read More
Secretary
First Church of God
09.1994 - 12.1995Read More
Centralia High School
High School Diploma
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