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Leah Adkins
Fallbrook,CA
"... She never looked nice. She looked like art, and art wasn't supposed to look nice; it was supposed to make you feel something."
Rainbow Rowall, Eleanor & Park
Summary
Highly organized and dependable candidate with a proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Consistently demonstrates success in meeting team goals by willingly taking on additional responsibilities. Committed to delivering exceptional results and actively contributing to the overall success of the organization. A strong history of thriving in fast-paced health-related settings to provide diverse and useful services targeted on specific needs. Proficient in tracking, analyzing, and reporting on progress while implementing enhancements to drive growth.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Hydration Room
Wellness Coordinator
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Scheduling appointments, greeting and taking care of guests, taking multiple forms of payment, basic cleaning duties, time management with spacing outpatients as walk-ins and appointments
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing workplace wellness policies and practices concerns.
- Increased participation in wellness initiatives by effectively promoting and marketing available resources.
- Part-time 12 to 32 hours a week
Kaiser Permanente
Histology Assistant
07.2021 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Working in histology, cytology, filing medical slides and handling patient information, accessioning and processing patient specimens, entering patient information into a database, emailing and communicating through teams and other applications, communicating to doctors and nurses about cases, handling and processing biological specimens, sterilizing surgical tools and setting up the grossing table for pathologists
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by efficiently utilizing resources and reducing waste in the lab.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities, enhancing professional growth and remaining current with industry trends.
- Increased accuracy of specimen identification by implementing a comprehensive labeling system.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through diligent recordkeeping and documentation practices.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe, clean work environment by adhering to laboratory protocols and guidelines.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by strictly adhering to HIPAA guidelines during the handling of sensitive information.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in patient care through consistent attention to detail when preparing histological slides.
- Cut, mounted and stained samples from hospital patients suffering from acute and chronic concerns.
- Full time, 35 to 42 hours a week
Juggernaut Volleyball
Head Coach
10.2022 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Organized and led practices and scrimmages to increase competitive attitude and skills.
- Fostered a positive team environment with clear communication and motivational techniques.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Streamlined practice sessions by designing efficient workout schedules and drills, maximizing time on task.
- Planned and facilitated team travel to games and events.
- Seasonal part time, 16 to 24 hours a week
Bono's BBQ Pit
Server
07.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Part Time, 8 to 30 hours a week
RMR Officials
Volleyball Referee
11.2017 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Reffed competitive volleyball tournaments for the 10-16-year-old bracket, consistently picking up shifts as needed, reffed 5-6 games every other weekend, participating as a competitor on the opposite weekends, worked at 36-40 tournaments throughout Colorado, with an average attendance of 16-24 teams across 4 age groups, attended referee clinics annually to certify, received constant evaluations during tournaments, while maintaining self-awareness and self-assuredness
- Contributed to a positive sporting atmosphere by interacting respectfully with players, coaches, and spectators.
- Displayed a courteous, friendly attitude and served as a positive role model in volleyball matches.
- Managed game flow efficiently by making quick decisions on rule violations and infractions.
- Made consistent calls that demonstrated constant compliance with the laws of volleyball.
- Conducted pre-game meetings with team captains, outlining expectations for match conduct and clarifying any rule questions.
- Seasonal part-time, 8 to 16 hours a week
Abiding Hope Preschool & Summer Camp
Assistant Teacher
05.2019 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Managed a classroom of 15-22 toddlers, facilitated the curriculum, helping to teach reading, ABC's, counting, etc., assisted with the 4th-6th graders, as needed
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Seasonal full time, 35 to 40 hours a week
Education
Med CertifyLouisville, KY
Certification from Certified Billing And Coding Specialist
09.2024
University Overview
- Medical Billing and Coding Professional coursework
Arapahoe Community CollegeLittleton, CO
Associate of Science from Biology
01.2021
University Overview
- Professional Development: National Society of Leadership and Success
- Extracurricular Activities: Club Volleyball
Colorado Early College High SchoolParker, CO
High School Diploma
01.2021
University Overview
- Concurrent enrollment, completed high school credit-level courses in January 2019
- National Society of Leadership and Success (extracurricular, by invitation only)
Skills
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Administrative
- Detail Oriented
- Medical Records Management
- Health Promotion
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Laboratory Information Systems
- Quality Control Procedures
- Workflow Optimization
Certification
- CBCS - Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (estimated September 2024) Currently in Classes through MedCertify
Timeline
Wellness Coordinator
Hydration Room
03.2024 - Current
Head Coach
Juggernaut Volleyball
10.2022 - 05.2023
Server
Bono's BBQ Pit
07.2022 - 04.2023
Histology Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
07.2021 - 02.2024
Assistant Teacher
Abiding Hope Preschool & Summer Camp
05.2019 - 08.2019
Volleyball Referee
RMR Officials
11.2017 - 03.2020
Med Certify
Certification from Certified Billing And Coding Specialist
Arapahoe Community College
Associate of Science from Biology
Colorado Early College High School
High School Diploma
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documented and resolved errors in specimen tracking which led to less specimen errors and a more efficient system for specimens.
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Work-life balanceWork from home optionPaid sick leavePaid time offCareer advancementCompany CultureInterests
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Biology
Art
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