Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Military and Medical Experience
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Kathleen Whitlock

Middleburg,Florida

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable Service Specialist with a solid background in client communications. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and collaboration, consistently contributing to efficient claims processing and superior customer service.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Specialist

Florida Blue Agency Engagement Team
Jacksonville, FL
07.2014 - 07.2025

Coordinated communication between departments to ensure consistent information flow.

  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions and transactions for reference.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve complex customer issues effectively.
  • Provided customer service to clients through phone and email communication.
  • Attended team meetings regularly to discuss updates on products, services and policies changes.
  • Responded promptly to customer service calls and inquiries from diverse groups of individuals.
  • Delivered excellent service via inbound and outbound calling efforts, meeting established minimum targets.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of all customer interactions, process customer accounts and file documents.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs related to job duties or responsibilities.
  • Completed research to thoroughly understand client requirements.
  • Followed established procedures for processing returns, exchanges, refunds while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
  • Responded to client inquiries and resolved issues promptly.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.

Other Insurance Service Associate

Florida Blue, Other Party Liability Dept
Jacksonville, Florida
02.2009 - 07.2025
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions and transactions.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss goals and objectives.
  • Matched appropriate resource to customer requirements to quickly address and resolve concerns, boosting satisfaction.
  • Processed timely and accurate account maintenance updates, keeping all records current, accurate and compliant.
  • Utilized insurance software systems for data entry, tracking, and claims management tasks.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations, trends, and developments related to insurance products and services.
  • Collaborated with fellow team members to manage large volume of claims.
  • Modified and updated existing policies and claims to reflect change in beneficiary, amount of coverage or type of insurance.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Bank Teller Certificate

Florida State College
Jacksonville, FL

Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance

Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL

Skills

  • Client communication
  • Issue resolution
  • Claims management
  • Customer documentation
  • Insurance software
  • Customer relationship management
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Verbal and written communication

Accomplishments

External Agents 'Kudos' to Team Manager about their experience with my service.

Military and Medical Experience

  • US Navy Hospital Corpsman 1975 to 1978, Post Partum and Delivery Floor, Managed the Immunization Clinic , NAS Hospital, Great Lakes Illinois
  • US Navy Operation Room Technician 1978 to 1980, Naval Regional Hospital Room, Portsmouth VA Head Technician for GYN-OB surgeries and Head Technician of Equipment Sterilization and Supply
  • US Navy Operation Room Technician 1980 to 1981, NAS Hospital Room, Jacksonville FL, GYN-OP surgeries and Head Technician of Equipment Sterilization and Supply

Timeline

Service Specialist

Florida Blue Agency Engagement Team
07.2014 - 07.2025

Other Insurance Service Associate

Florida Blue, Other Party Liability Dept
02.2009 - 07.2025

Some College (No Degree) - Bank Teller Certificate

Florida State College

Bachelor of Science - Banking and Finance

Pensacola State College