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Kate Anderson

Traverse City,MI

Summary

Focused Design Consultant with talents in creating new designs in a team environment or independently. Skilled in completing special orders, scheduling, invoicing, and various office tasks. Specialties include meeting high sales goals, presenting various design options and keeping customer service at its highest.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Design Consultant

Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings
08.2023 - Current
  • Optimizing space planning for improved functionality in both residential and commercial spaces.
  • Streamlining the design process by implementing efficient project management strategies.
  • Establishing strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire design process.
  • Increasing referral rates through exceptional customer service and communication skills.
  • Coordinating with other consultants such as engineers, lighting designers, or landscape architects for well-rounded project outcomes.
  • Conducting site visits to ensure adherence to design specifications, addressing any issues promptly for seamless project execution.

Ophthalmic Tester/Scribe

Traverse City Eye
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Demonstrated confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information or records to comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
  • Stayed on top of current patient loads to facilitate efficient and organized workflow.
  • Attended patient appointments and wrote narrative account of events using proper abbreviations, grammar, and spelling.
  • Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
  • Used NexTech Software to input information into computerized patient record system.
  • Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
  • Charted patient encounters by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments, and prescriptions.
  • Conducted tests and diagnostic procedures using tools such as analyzers, multimeters, and power supplies.
  • Supported, implemented and helped shape test approach by identifying solutions to recurring issues.
  • Planned and estimated test activities to determine effort needed to validate quality of product under test.
  • Collaborated with personnel to spread good practices, share knowledge and provide tool evaluations and selections support.

Assistant Manager/Lead Dispatcher

Grant Mechanical, LLC
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Introduced new products or services, increased marketing activities and improved customer service to drive sales.
  • Made hiring recommendations.
  • Compiled financial data.
  • Reviewed sales and gross profit report to assess company efficiency.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements and evaluate progress toward goals.
  • Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Managed several dispatchers while leading and delegating job assignments, tracking project status, processing payroll and resolving issues to maximize productivity.
  • Closely monitored dispatch board to triage and prioritize daily calls.
  • Directed dispatching, routing and tracking of fleet vehicles.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents and closed books.

Medical Assistant, Medical Scribe, Medical Receptionist

Northern Michigan Vein Specialists
04.2018 - 09.2021
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Attended patient appointments and wrote narrative account of events using proper abbreviations, grammar and spelling.
  • Used computer programs and registration systems to schedule patients for routine and complex procedures.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures.
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
  • Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
  • Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
  • Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Compiled necessary documents for surgical billing packages.
  • Scheduled, rescheduled and handled cancelled appointments for patients.
  • Verified signatures and checked medical charts for accuracy and completion.
  • Participated and led employee staff meetings, reporting trends in procedures, advising leadership on resources needed and receiving information to be disseminated
  • Completed and filed financial documentation for accounting purposes.

Medical Receptionist, Medical Assistant

Associates in Dermatology of Traverse City
08.2016 - 04.2018

Medical Receptionist:

  • Entered patient information including insurance, demographic and health history into system to ensure that all records were up-to-date.
  • Communicated with all partners throughout practice including physicians, nursing staff, technicians and medical assistants.
  • Pleasantly greeted each patient and offered desk sheet for easy sign-in. Observed strict HIPAA guidelines at all times according to company policy.
  • Took messages from patients and relayed them to appropriate staff.
  • Processed patient payments and scanned identification and insurance cards.
  • Set up appointments for physician visits and procedures using calendar software.
  • Kept operations running smoothly and solved diverse problems by coordinating with customers, management and internal departments.
  • Carefully reviewed medical records for accuracy and completion as required by insurance companies.
  • Assigned additional diagnosis codes based on specific clinical findings (laboratory, radiology and, pathology reports as well as clinical studies) in support of existing diagnoses.
  • Thoroughly investigated past due invoices and minimized number of unpaid accounts.

Medical Assistant:

  • Massaged patients and applied preparations and treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs and heat-lamp stimulation.
  • Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
  • Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
  • Support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments. Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations.

Nurse Assistant

Munson Medical Center
03.2015 - 08.2016
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.
  • Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD and asthma.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
  • Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
  • Played games with patients to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment

Busser/Server/Host/Barista

West Bay Beach A Holiday Inn Resort
03.2014 - 03.2015
  • Recorded guest comments or complaints, referring customers to managers as necessary.
  • Assisted guests with any special requests during their visits. Assessed customer needs and responded to questions.
  • Worked overtime shifts during busy periods. Weighed, ground and packed coffee per customer orders.
  • Correctly followed all health, safety and sanitation guidelines. Greeted guests with a pleasant smile and superior customer service.

Server Assistant/Alley Coordinator

Red Lobster
11.2013 - 02.2014
  • Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all federal, state and local sanitation and safety requirements.
  • Effectively managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for large parties and member dining areas.
  • Systematically and dressed all prepared dishes, and observed color, texture and garnishes.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
  • Displayed a positive and friendly attitude towards customers and fellow team members.
  • Restocked condiments and drink station supplies to maintain customer satisfaction
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverage options
  • Prepared salads, appetizers and set up garnish stations to assist kitchen staff

Front Desk Associate

Traverse City MI Travelodge
07.2013 - 11.2013
  • Handled money for customers and visitors.
  • Sustained financial records.
  • Planned itineraries for guests.
  • Confirmed transactional data.
  • Handled the complaints and concerns of customers.
  • Provided bookkeeping of important files.
  • Handled communications systems.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
  • Cross-trained and provided back-up for other customer service representatives when needed.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address and mitigate facility issues
  • Set guest and group reservations and processed check-ins and check-outs

Education

High School Diploma -

Traverse City Central High School
Traverse City, MI
06.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Northwestern Michigan College
Traverse City, MI

Skills

  • Culturally sensitive
  • Detail-oriented
  • PC proficient
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Business administration
  • Sales growth
  • Graphic presentations
  • Concept Development
  • Inventory oversight
  • Insurance verification
  • Planning and coordination
  • Critical thinking
  • Federal and state regulations
  • Investigation skills
  • Policy analysis
  • Investigation tactics
  • Data presentation skills
  • Compassion
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Recruitment
  • Conflict resolution
  • Training and mentoring
  • G Suite proficiency
  • Staff Supervision
  • Recruiting and Interviewing
  • Employee performance evaluations
  • Inter-department collaboration

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification January 2023 to present. CPR certified through American Heart Association.

Timeline

Design Consultant

Golden-Fowler Home Furnishings
08.2023 - Current

Ophthalmic Tester/Scribe

Traverse City Eye
01.2023 - 08.2023

Assistant Manager/Lead Dispatcher

Grant Mechanical, LLC
09.2021 - 12.2022

Medical Assistant, Medical Scribe, Medical Receptionist

Northern Michigan Vein Specialists
04.2018 - 09.2021

Medical Receptionist, Medical Assistant

Associates in Dermatology of Traverse City
08.2016 - 04.2018

Nurse Assistant

Munson Medical Center
03.2015 - 08.2016

Busser/Server/Host/Barista

West Bay Beach A Holiday Inn Resort
03.2014 - 03.2015

Server Assistant/Alley Coordinator

Red Lobster
11.2013 - 02.2014

Front Desk Associate

Traverse City MI Travelodge
07.2013 - 11.2013

High School Diploma -

Traverse City Central High School

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

Northwestern Michigan College

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification January 2023 to present. CPR certified through American Heart Association.

Kate Anderson