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Katrina Ptakowski

West Grove,PA

Summary

Detail-oriented and knowledgeable Manager skilled at completing patient-facing and office-based tasks by applying strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Independent worker with extensive medical experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Conversational English abilities. Experienced Office Management and Administration Professional experienced in optimizing productivity, efficiency, and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical, and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organizational, technical, and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant Extern

Penn Medicine
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Maintained clean and safe clinic environment to prevent injuries.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
  • Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.

Substitute Teacher Preschool-Kindergarten

Avon Grove Nazarene Academy
09.2020 - Current
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversations and formal conferences.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers- Kindergarten.

Student Ambassador

Delaware County Community College
08.2020 - 05.2023
  • Answered questions from visitors and potential students about university life.
  • Led campus tours for prospective students every semester.
  • Interacted with university and prospective students and parents during tours and student visit days, answering questions, and providing insight.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of university resources and services and promoted to prospective students.
  • Collaborated with other departments to promote student engagement.
  • Mentored students to increase satisfaction and help engage in campus life.
  • Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.

Project Manager

WIM Champion
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Remotely Organized WIM quarterly release filmings
  • Assisted Marketing for all WIM materials
  • Worked with clients from all over the US and overseas for quarterly releases
  • Attended conferences throughout the country
  • Coordinated with WIM Champions
  • Approved all Choreography and written materials
  • Budget

Supervisor

Hockessin Athletic Club
01.2013 - 08.2019
  • Supervisor of Aqua Fitness, American Red Cross programming and Lifeguards.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Enforced all Safety protocols throughout building
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in the company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
  • Recording for all ARC certifications within the company
  • Ran 30 hours of Aqua Fitness program weekly

Supervisor

Camelback Mountain Resort
05.2011 - 08.2018

Summer Seasonal positions-manager, lifeguard instructor

  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.

Aquatic Director

YMCA of the Brandywine Valley
05.1996 - 02.2011
  • Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
  • Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
  • Created and maintained detailed reports of daily, weekly, and monthly operations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with customers to build loyalty and repeat business.
  • Inspected equipment and facilities for signs of wear or damage impacting safety.
  • Organized and oversaw special events such as birthday parties, tournaments and team-building activities.
  • Developed partnerships with external vendors and suppliers to obtain quality products and services.
  • Partnered across departments to run smooth, professional events and activities.
  • Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping facility within budget.

Office Assistant

D & D Appraisal Services, Inc
01.2002 - 01.2005
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
  • Created purchase orders and tracked invoices to avoid missed or delayed shipments.
  • Submitted employee payroll documentation weekly to avoid errors and kept employees paid accurately and on time.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing and Coding

Delaware County Community College
05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Management

Delaware County Community College
05.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Delaware County Community College
Media, PA
06.2023

No Degree - Medical Classes

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Business Admin

Neumann University

Skills

  • 3M coder, Proficient with Microsoft Office Products; Google documents, Zoom, Skype; Canvas, Public Speaking,
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Medical Billing and Coding
  • Medical Filing
  • Performing EKGs
  • Patient Health Information Access
  • Customer Service
  • Patient Medical Histories
  • Physician Support
  • Patient intake

Accomplishments

  • 2022
  • Aquatic Exercise Association Instructor expire 8/2024
  • Waterinmotion since 2018
  • Licensed Zumba Instructor- Basic, Aqua, Kids, Step, Toning since 2011, HAC-Honored for Saving a man’s life in the Fall of 2015
  • E.A.G.L.E
  • Award 2006:
  • YMCA of the Brandywine Valley - for the successful implementation of the Ellis Lifeguarding Program
  • YMCA Employee of the Month 3/2002; 1/2005

Additional Information

  • Awards/Honors: , PKT Member 2022-present Presidents List- DCCC- Fall 2022 Presidents List-PACHS-Fall 2021 National Technical Honor Society- Fall 2020-present Dean’s List- DCCC- 2020-21 Academic Year WATERINMOTION Champion 3/2019-12/2021 CYO All-Star Volleyball Coach- 2018 Volunteer

Certification

  • CMRS- Certified Medical Reimbursement Specialist
  • American Heart Saver Instructor – Expires 3/25
  • American Heart BLS- Expires 3/25
  • Fire Safety Trained 4/2023
  • First Aid Trained 5/2022
  • Aquatic Exercise Association Instructor expire 8/2024
  • Waterinmotion® instructor since 2018
  • Licensed Zumba ® Instructor- Basic, Aqua, Kids, Step, & Toning since 2011

Languages

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Timeline

Medical Assistant Extern

Penn Medicine
05.2023 - 06.2023

Substitute Teacher Preschool-Kindergarten

Avon Grove Nazarene Academy
09.2020 - Current

Student Ambassador

Delaware County Community College
08.2020 - 05.2023

Project Manager

WIM Champion
09.2019 - 07.2020

Supervisor

Hockessin Athletic Club
01.2013 - 08.2019

Supervisor

Camelback Mountain Resort
05.2011 - 08.2018

Office Assistant

D & D Appraisal Services, Inc
01.2002 - 01.2005

Aquatic Director

YMCA of the Brandywine Valley
05.1996 - 02.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing and Coding

Delaware County Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Healthcare Management

Delaware County Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant

Delaware County Community College

No Degree - Medical Classes

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Business Admin

Neumann University
Katrina Ptakowski