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Katherine Parlitsis

Spotswood,NJ

Summary

Motivated student currently working towards a Master's degree in Psychology. Adept at prepping resources, equipment and materials for research. Extensive background in investigating quantitative and qualitative research.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Montclair State University NJ
06.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with others in team-based environment to identify key findings for various data analyses.
  • Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
  • Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis.

Receptionist

Bogdan Pain Management
05.2022 - Current
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Managed over 50 customer calls per day

Research Assistant

Montclair State University
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Ran surveys for students for class credit
  • Recruited study participants, reflecting characteristics and behaviors of target subjects
  • Collaborated with other researchers to develop successful research strategies.
  • Scheduled appointments with test subjects over phone and through email.

Receptionist/ Optical Sales

Totowa Eyecare
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Explained benefits and features of available current eyewear to meet patient needs and preferences.
  • Recommended specific frames, lenses and lens coatings to suit client needs.
  • Answered telephone calls to schedule eye exams and answer pre-screening questions or inquiries.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.

Receptionist

Fields of Vision
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.

Front End Manager

ShopRite
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Monitored cash drawers for 3-5 checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
  • Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
  • Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Cashier

ShopRite
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.

Education

Master of Arts - Industrial Organizational Psychology

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
05.2025

Bachelor of Arts (B.A) - Psychology

Montclair State University
05.2023

Associate of Arts -

Middlesex College
Edison
05.2021

Skills

  • Program Support
  • Public Presentations
  • Analyzing and Synthesizing Data
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Data Analysis
  • Analytical Thinking

Timeline

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Montclair State University NJ
06.2022 - Current

Receptionist

Bogdan Pain Management
05.2022 - Current

Research Assistant

Montclair State University
01.2022 - 05.2022

Receptionist/ Optical Sales

Totowa Eyecare
08.2021 - 02.2022

Receptionist

Fields of Vision
09.2020 - 07.2021

Front End Manager

ShopRite
06.2019 - 06.2020

Cashier

ShopRite
06.2018 - 01.2019

Master of Arts - Industrial Organizational Psychology

Montclair State University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A) - Psychology

Montclair State University

Associate of Arts -

Middlesex College

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