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Kandace Renee’ Canady

Jacksonville,United States

Summary

To earn a Long-term rewarding career utilizing my persistence in genuine Customer Service, excellent and Professional Leadership skills, and sincere motivation to succeed.

Professional with extensive experience in Customer Service. Proven ability to develop and implement effective strategies and protocols to ensure product integrity. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments, possessing skills in and data analysis.

Knowledgeable Customer Service Representative with solid background in Problem-Solving, Product Knowledge and Relationship-Building. Successfully contribute to Customer Service business standards. Demonstrate proficiency in analytical techniques, displaying strong Problem-Solving and attention to detail.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CUSTOMER SERVICE MATERIALS TECH

UT Health Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Provide inventory management and customer service assistance in delivering medical supplies to different departments in the hospital such as E.R. and ICU; worked closely with doctors and nurses to ensure supplies are readily available; in charge of restocking crash carts as they are used.
  • Recognized as proficient in Adaptability, Verbal and Written communication, Patience, Empathy, Professionalism and Teamwork.
  • Operate and maintain advanced materials testing equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Conduct thorough inspections of incoming materials to identify defects and maintain quality control.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to develop material specifications and improve product performance.
  • Oversee adherence to safety protocols and regulatory requirements and OSHA safety procedures.

SAFE HOUSE MANAGER/CASE MANAGER/CHILD ADVOCATE

Crisis Center of Anderson and Cherokee Counties
05.2018 - 12.2021
  • Provided case-management and direct care to women and children whom are victims of domestic violence; managed staff in the Safe House to ensure all clients’ needs were met with resources needed to gain independence.
  • Recognized as caring and genuine towards the clients and staff; committed to help them reach their goals and empower them to become successful in their lives.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
  • Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing resource allocation for efficient service delivery.
  • Implemented training programs, enhancing team performance and knowledge retention.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community partners to support client needs.
  • Streamlined intake processes, improving response times for client assistance requests.
  • Monitored client interactions to maintain high standards of care and support within the facility.
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient functioning of crisis management services.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

JISD
09.2016 - 05.2018
  • Provided direct care of elementary children with special needs in the Life Skills and PPCD classroom at Jo Wright Elementary.
  • Recognized as Caring and Genuine displaying Empathy towards special needs children; displayed Professionalism, Active Listening, Verbal and Written Communication and Conflict Resolution.
  • Adapted lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with full-time teachers to support curriculum delivery and student engagement.
  • Provided individualized support to students, fostering academic growth and confidence.
  • Developed and executed instructional strategies that promoted critical thinking skills.
  • Assessed student performance through observations and feedback, providing constructive support to enhance academic success.
  • Delivered engaging lessons across various subjects, adapting to diverse student needs and learning styles.

HOME HEALTH AIDE

Charlotte and Bill Goodwin
07.2017 - 12.2017
  • Assisted with medication management, ensuring compliance with prescribed schedules and safety protocols.
  • Provided personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, and dressing to enhance patient comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with family members to meet specific patient needs effectively.
  • Personal Attributes displayed were Caring, Patience, Adaptability, Professionalism and Empathy.
  • Assisted client with mobility and exercises to enhance physical well-being and independence.

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Self-employed Temporary Dental/Office Assistant
05.2010 - 12.2016
  • Provided temporary chair-side/office assistance for dental facilities in need of support for the day; accounts receivable, bookkeeping; appointment setting; insurance verification.
  • Recognized as Caring, Genuine, Customer Service Friendly and Empathetic; displayed excellent Verbal and written skills.
  • Assisted in patient preparation and chairside procedures, ensuring a seamless workflow during dental appointments.
  • Maintained sterilization protocols for instruments and equipment, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
  • Managed patient records and scheduling, enhancing office efficiency and communication with patients.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-procedure care to improve overall health outcomes.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling and managed records to enhance office efficiency.
  • Educated patients on post-operative care and preventive dental practices effectively.
  • Supported dentists during examinations, enhancing workflow and procedure accuracy.

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Self-employed Temporary Dental/Office Assistant
05.2010 - 12.2016
  • Provided temporary chair-side/office assistance for dental facilities in need of support for the day; accounts receivable, bookkeeping; appointment setting; insurance verification.
  • Recognized as Caring, Genuine, Customer Service Friendly and Empathetic; displayed excellent Verbal and written skills.
  • Assisted in patient preparation and chairside procedures, ensuring a seamless workflow during dental appointments.
  • Maintained sterilization protocols for instruments and equipment, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
  • Managed patient records and scheduling, enhancing office efficiency and communication with patients.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-procedure care to improve overall health outcomes.

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT/STAFF TRAINER

James L. Cusato, DDS
07.2003 - 05.2010
  • Provided excellent patient care and chair-side assistance for general and cosmetic dentistry; typed office forms and manuals; entered patient demographics and scheduled appointments; trained staff; bookkeeping; accounts receivable.
  • Recognized as Friendly and Sincere; and Productive, sales motivated; Excellent Customer Service; Great Written and Verbal Skills. Promoted to Senior Assistant; Trained staff.
  • Assisted in patient preparations, ensuring comfort and understanding of procedures.
  • Managed sterilization processes for instruments, adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, enhancing overall dental health awareness.
  • Collaborated with dentists to streamline workflow during procedures, improving efficiency.
  • Documented patient records accurately, maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.

PLASTIC SURGEON/EAR, NOSE AND THROAT MEDICAL/OFFICE ASSISTANT

Surgical Associates of Central TX
07.2000 - 07.2001
  • Responsible for assisting an Ear, Nose and Throat Physician and Plastic Surgeon in medical procedures; maintained instruments; ordered equipment and supplies; vitals and blood pressure; responsible for writing policy and procedure manuals, appointment setting, insurance verification and patient records.
  • Recognized by doctors and staff professional as Friendly, Caring, Customer Service Oriented and Multi-tasked.
  • Traveled with doctor to satellite location.
  • Streamlined administrative processes to enhance office efficiency and support team operations.
  • Coordinated schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive leadership teams.
  • Managed communication between departments to ensure clarity and alignment on projects.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems for improved document retrieval and organization.
  • Developed training materials for onboarding new staff, streamlining the induction process.
  • Managed scheduling and communication for executive meetings, ensuring timely updates and logistics.
  • Assisted in project management by tracking deadlines and deliverables across multiple initiatives.

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Longhorn Dental
05.1999 - 05.2000
  • Assisted 4 dentists in various dental procedures; maintained dental records; data entry/appointment setting; ordered supplies.
  • Recognized by doctors and staff as Dependable and Friendly with great Communication Skills and Customer service skills with earning 90 % sales.
  • Assisted in patient intake, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient workflow.
  • Prepared examination rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing materials for procedures.
  • Supported dentists during procedures by providing necessary tools and maintaining clear communication.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices, fostering improved dental health awareness.

ROVING LEADER PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Austin Parks and Recreation
01.1999 - 04.1999
  • Coordinated sports and recreational activities for at-risk youth in low income area-housing authorities; youth mentor.
  • Recognized by Superiors/Youth as Energetic, Fun, Motivating and determined to Succeed.
  • Led development and implementation of community engagement programs to enhance resident participation.
  • Mentored staff in operational best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Coordinated park maintenance schedules, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
  • Developed strategic plans for recreation programming that aligned with departmental goals.
  • Oversaw operational workflows, ensuring efficient resource allocation and budget adherence.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to promote recreational programs and events.

MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATE/ROPES FACILITATOR/ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

San Marcos Treatment Center
05.1996 - 01.1999
  • Assisted in the direct care of adolescent patients; monitored and implemented milieu activities; coordinated unit activities; trained staff.
  • Recognized by superiors/coworkers/patients as energetic, fun, motivating and determined to make a difference in each individual; caring; multi-tasked.
  • Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily activities and therapies to promote wellness.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Monitored patient progress, documenting observations and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, encouraging participation and fostering a supportive environment.

Education

Associates of Arts - Business And Criminal Justice

LONESTAR COLLEGE-NORTH HARRIS
Houston
08.2016

Skills

  • Effective team leadership
  • Sincere customer engagement
  • Positive professional demeanor
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Skilled in multitasking
  • Strong customer loyalty development
  • Proficient in medical language
  • In-home health services
  • Dental vocabulary proficiency
  • Accounts receivable processing
  • Detailed account reconciliation

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Inventory Efficiency by completing Monthly Production with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved Inventory Assurance by introducing Lawson Inventory Software.
  • Achieved Productivity through effectively helping with yearly compliance on Inventory and meeting the quota.
  • Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of Purchase Order Input.
  • Documented and resolved product issues which led to quality supplies being distributed across the hospital.

Certification

  • CERTIFICATE-DENTAL EDUCATION 1695: Everyday Addictions -Houston, Texas-5/2008
  • LICENSE-Registered Dental Assistant #1597-Kingwood, Texas-11/2005-12/2016
  • CERTIFICATE-Dental Careers Foundation- Texas State University-San Marcos, Texas-4/1999
  • CERTIFICATE-Radiology-San Marcos, Texas-3/1999
  • CPR CERTIFICATION: American Heart Association

Awards

HONORS-Lone Star College Student; Roving Leader Program Coordinator; ROPES Facilitator/Activities Coordinator; Staff Instructor/Trainer; Poem published “Another Place in Time;” Student Council; DECA; Senior Class Favorite; Drill Team; Youth Mentor.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

  • (MATERIALS MANAGEMENT TECH IN CENTRAL SUPPLY)
  • Current experience working with medical materials; received in materials; inventory of materials; stocked all supplies in the Central Supply areas; distributed orders on a daily basis to different areas of the hospital such as E.R., ICU and Ambulatory; worked close with doctors and nurses ensuring supplies were always available; restocked and made sure supplies were of date for crash carts as they were used; used the LAWSON inventory program to order supplies and enter purchase orders.
  • (SAFE HOUSE MANAGER/CASE MANAGER/CHILD ADVOCATE)
  • 3+ years experience overseeing staff, battered women and children ensuring the victims of domestic violence were safe and coming up with a plan to ensure victims had goals and resources to help them be independent and get out on their own to be productive in society such as job opportunities, housing, therapy and any other resources needed to make them successful.
  • (HOME CARE PROVIDER)
  • 10+mths experience in assisting disabled clients in their homes offering assistance such as housekeeping; grocery shopping; cooking bathing or helping with medications, etc. in order to ensure client felt safe and was taking care of with any need necessary to ensure their safety and needs were met.
  • (SUBSTITUTE TEACHER)
  • 1yr+8mths experience providing direct care of elementary children with special needs in the Life Skills and PPCD classroom at Jo Wright Elementary; followed milieu schedule for the children and escorted them throughout the day to different classes and oversaw them and catered to their needs during lunch.
  • (REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT/MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT/STAFF TRAINER)
  • 18+ years experience and expertise in the following areas: communication, genuine patient care, detailed custom temporary crowns/bridges; oral surgery, root canal, cosmetic and general dentistry experience; CEREC; fabrication of models for Veneers, Bridges, Dentures, Partials, Implants; diagnostic x-ray imaging; sales; patient demographics; data entry; ordering supplies; dental/medical business terminology; various computer programs; appointment setting; accounts receivable; bookkeeping.
  • (MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATE/ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR/ROPES FACILITATOR/SENIOR STAFF TRAINER)
  • 3+ years experience in working with adolescent patients and ensuring they followed the milieu such as: hygiene, therapy groups, activities, chores and meals; facilitated ROPES Therapy Groups instructing them how to problem solve, manage anger and increase levels of confidence; coordinated and ensured activities were implemented on the unit; provided typing, copying forms, filing and dictation duties as well; dictation; accounts receivable; bookkeeping.
  • (CARE PROVIDER/INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR/ROVING LEADER PROGRAM COORDINATOR)
  • 2+ years experience in working with at-risk children and families with serious emotional issues in low income areas of Travis County; counseled clients on behavioral skills; assisted children with homework and implemented therapeutic activities; guided clients on social, life and anger management skills; filled out necessary documentation on behavior; coordinated sports and recreational activities for in low-income areas; acted as a role model for youth in my area including teaching life skills, scheduled and coordinated field trips, helped them with homework and assisted supervisor in typing forms; office/clerical duties; bookkeeping; accounts receivable.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

CUSTOMER SERVICE MATERIALS TECH

UT Health Hospital
08.2022 - Current

SAFE HOUSE MANAGER/CASE MANAGER/CHILD ADVOCATE

Crisis Center of Anderson and Cherokee Counties
05.2018 - 12.2021

HOME HEALTH AIDE

Charlotte and Bill Goodwin
07.2017 - 12.2017

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

JISD
09.2016 - 05.2018

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Self-employed Temporary Dental/Office Assistant
05.2010 - 12.2016

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT

Self-employed Temporary Dental/Office Assistant
05.2010 - 12.2016

REGISTERED DENTAL ASSISTANT/STAFF TRAINER

James L. Cusato, DDS
07.2003 - 05.2010

PLASTIC SURGEON/EAR, NOSE AND THROAT MEDICAL/OFFICE ASSISTANT

Surgical Associates of Central TX
07.2000 - 07.2001

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Longhorn Dental
05.1999 - 05.2000

ROVING LEADER PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Austin Parks and Recreation
01.1999 - 04.1999

MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATE/ROPES FACILITATOR/ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR

San Marcos Treatment Center
05.1996 - 01.1999

Associates of Arts - Business And Criminal Justice

LONESTAR COLLEGE-NORTH HARRIS