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Kathryn Vaage

Eudora,KS
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Kathryn Vaage

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

American Income Life
Eudora, KS

Benefit Specialist
03.2023 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Provided assistance to clients by explaining benefits information to ensure educated selections.
  • Communicated effectively via email, phone and video conferencing platforms with clients to resolve issues pertaining to their benefits.
  • Reviewed client enrollments to verify accuracy, inputting information into company database.
  • Performed in-depth investigations into personal backgrounds of applicants.
  • Collaborated with underwriters to ensure accurate insurance coverage and seamless client onboarding.

Clarkson Eyecare
Shakopee, MN

Optometric Technician
07.2021 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Analyzed chart in preparation of patient engagement to review diagnostic testing, photos and preventive measures needed.
  • Implemented strong time management and multi-tasking skills while maintaining multiple physician schedules, promoting overall efficient operations.
  • Managed patient records and documentation, accurately recording medical histories, test results and treatment plans.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients.

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Lawrence, Kansas

Student Clinical Pharmacy Intern
05.2019 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Collected and compiled data to document performance or assess program quality.
  • Utilized EMR software system's to input prescription orders, maintain patient profiles and access drug information resources.
  • Participant on a multidisciplinary care team collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other hospital professionals to facilitate optimal patient care.

Walgreens
Savage, MN

Certified Pharmacy Technician
2017.06 - 2019.05 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked with insurance companies to process claims, resolve problems and obtain payments.
  • Demonstrated strong commitment to patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Assisted pharmacist with clearing high volume of prescriptions and responded to customer questions.

Education

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS

Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts And General Studies
05.2021

University Overview

  • College of Liberal Arts & Science Spring 2018, College of Pharmacy Spring 2020 - Honor Roll
  • Member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority - 2017-2021
  • Student Society of Health-System Pharmacists, Community Service Chair, 2020

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Coachability
  • Detail-oriented
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Benefits explanation
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Certification

  • Licensed Life, Health and Accident Insurance Producer - Expires 10/2024
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Timeline

Benefit Specialist

American Income Life
03.2023 - 08.2023

Optometric Technician

Clarkson Eyecare
07.2021 - 03.2023

Student Clinical Pharmacy Intern

Lawrence Memorial Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2021

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
2017.06 - 2019.05 (1 education.year_Label & 11 education.months_Label)

University of Kansas

Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts And General Studies
Kathryn Vaage