Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Kristin  Linne

Kristin Linne

Ketchikan,AK

Summary

Adept at multi-line phone system operation and conflict de-escalation, my tenure at True North and Polaris Healthcare showcases a proven track record in enhancing customer service and streamlining office efficiency. Leveraging strategic planning and first aid skills, I've significantly contributed to operational improvements and client satisfaction.

Friendly Receptionist with background in various office settings. Knowledgeable about security, service and clerical requirements. Takes on multiple simultaneous tasks with excellent time management abilities and resourceful approach.

Experience delivering customer service and administrative excellence, including clerical support and public interaction. Excels in calendar management, scheduling, data entry and database administration.

Overview

2017
2017
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Receptionist

True North
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
  • Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service.
  • Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.

Medical Assistant

Polaris Healthcare
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Coded and abstracted medical records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines.
  • Worked with clinical staff, coding coordinators and billing department to resolve patient inquiries, billing and coding questions.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to obtain pre-authorizations for treatment.
  • Scheduled appointments with specialists on behalf of clients.
  • Responded to patient inquiries to offer timely updates regarding referral status.
  • Processed referral requests from patients, doctors and other health care professionals.
  • Facilitated referrals to other healthcare providers and resources to bridge service gaps.
  • Medicaid Travel and Pre Authorization
  • Specimen
  • Labeled and prepared specimens for shipment to laboratory facilities.
  • Completed in-house testing procedures for quick results.
  • Printed results reports and submitted for review.
  • Prepared samples for analysis by performing complex sample preparation tasks.
  • Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.

Caregiver

The Manor
12.2012 - 12.2016

Caregiver

  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.

Education

Kayhi
Ketchikan, AK
07.2005

Skills

  • Bookkeeping
  • Scheduling
  • Multi-line phone system operation
  • Strategic planning
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Travel coordination
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Phone etiquette
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Front desk operations
  • Clerical support
  • Data entry
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Conflict de-escalation techniques
  • Recovery planning
  • Substance abuse
  • Issue resolution
  • Behavioral health

Certification

State Certified Peer Support Specialist

Certification for Dr-Escalation

Timeline

Caregiver

The Manor
12.2012 - 12.2016

Receptionist

True North

Medical Assistant

Polaris Healthcare

Kayhi
Kristin Linne