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Work History
Education
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Kristi Montelongo Cortez

Victoria,TX
Kristi Montelongo Cortez

Summary

Reliable business professional with strong administrative support, problem-solving, and communication skills. Seeking a position to contribute to the efficient operation of a well-established organization.

Overview

7
years of professional experience

Work History

KGK Real Estate Closing

Escrow Assistant
03.2022 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service, fostering trust and loyalty.
  • Assisted with the successful closing of numerous escrow transactions, ensuring all parties were informed and satisfied.
  • Maintained open communication with lenders, brokers and borrowers.
  • Scheduled signings and gathered required paperwork.
  • Improved communication between clients and agents by promptly addressing inquiries and providing status updates.
  • Examined purchase and sale agreement for potential items of concern and addressed immediately.
  • Reduced errors in documentation by meticulously reviewing and verifying all necessary paperwork.
  • Facilitated smooth document signing appointments, ensuring clients understood each step of the process.
  • Consistently updated client information in company database, keeping records accurate and up-to-date throughout the transaction process.
  • Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and attention to detail.
  • Handling sensitive financial information securely, protecting both clients'' privacy and company reputation.
  • Scheduled closing appointments for seller and buyer or arranged for delivery of documents for out of area closings.
  • Prepared estimated closing statements for buyer and seller.
  • Collaborated with real estate agents to address potential challenges, effectively resolving concerns before they escalated.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering timely and accurate escrow services.
  • Maintained organized files for easy access, increasing team efficiency during transaction reviews.
  • Supported team members in managing their workload, contributing to a more productive work environment.
  • Followed-up on status of releases, policies, and return of recorded documents.

Vitality Court Senior Living

Engagement Coordinator
09.2019 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Built and maintained relationships with residents, family members and staff.
  • Developed and implemented dynamic communication strategies.
  • Streamlined event planning processes for increased efficiency and improved attendee satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans for successful resident engagements.
  • Enhanced resident relationships by organizing and coordinating engaging events and activities.
  • Maintained detailed records of past events, utilizing information to inform future planning decisions..
  • Tailored each event's theme or focus based on residents preferences or specific audience needs, creating custom experiences for optimal impact.
  • Optimized use of digital tools such as social media platforms or email campaigns to increase reach and exposure of engagement efforts.
  • Launched successful pilot projects that tested new engagement concepts before widespread implementation across the organization.
  • Managed event budgets, optimizing resources to deliver memorable experiences within financial constraints.
  • Met with residents and family members to understand needs and develop proactive solutions.

Copperfield Village

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
09.2018 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Collaborated on special projects as assigned by leadership, contributing research findings or coordinating event logistics as needed for success.

DeTar Hospital Navarro

Unit Secretary
08.2016 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
  • Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
  • Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
  • Maintained rapport with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel.
  • Consistently met deadlines for completing administrative tasks while managing competing priorities during high-pressure situations on the unit floor.
  • Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.
  • Expedited patient admissions process by gathering essential data from patients upon arrival and accurately entering it into electronic health records systems.
  • Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
  • Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.

Education

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX

Some College (No Degree) from Business Management

University Overview

Skills

  • Great Communication, Presentation and Interpersonal Skills
  • Administrative Support, Fast Learner and Attention to Detail
  • Great Client Relationship Building, Customer Support and Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Event Planning
  • Organization
  • Calendar & Time Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Goal-oriented mindset

Timeline

Escrow Assistant
KGK Real Estate Closing
03.2022 - 11.2023
Engagement Coordinator
Vitality Court Senior Living
09.2019 - 12.2020
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Copperfield Village
09.2018 - 09.2019
Unit Secretary
DeTar Hospital Navarro
08.2016 - 05.2017
Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi
Some College (No Degree) from Business Management
Kristi Montelongo Cortez