Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, and providing customized solutions to build loyalty. Experienced in high-end retail operations. Professional and friendly with remarkable customer service and sales abilities in both medical and retail settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Optometric Technician
A New Concept Optical & Eyecare
09.2022 - Current
Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.
Observed pupils, visual acuteness and extra-ocular movements to check patient status.
Advised patients on ocular medications, dressings and contact lenses.
Prepared patients and administered basic eye exam tests.
Wrote, edited and filed patient medical records, maintaining confidentiality.
Cleaned and performed minor maintenance on examination equipment and glasses.
Educated patients on conditions, explaining treatment options and possible medication side effects.
Organized and updated patient charts to incorporate insurance carrier changes.
Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.
Conducted tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
Measured corneal curvature with keratometers or ophthalmometers to aid in diagnosis of conditions.
Took anatomical or functional ocular measurements of eye or surrounding tissue.
Addressed issues noted during preliminary examinations with physician to provide important information and boost appointment success.
Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries professionally and courteously both in-person and over the phone.
Ophthalmic Technician
Rockaway Beach Optometry
08.2021 - 09.2022
Obtained and recorded patient medical history and operated ophthalmic equipment.
Observed pupils, visual acuteness and extra-ocular movements to check patient status.
Advised patients on ocular medications, dressings and contact lenses.
Prepared patients and administered basic eye exam tests.
Wrote, edited and filed patient medical records, maintaining confidentiality.
Cleaned and performed minor maintenance on examination equipment and glasses.
Educated patients on conditions, explaining treatment options and possible medication side effects.
Organized and updated patient charts to incorporate insurance carrier changes.
Led patients to exam rooms, collected medical histories and asked questions regarding health and current medications to provide physicians with optimal initial data.
Conducted tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
Measured corneal curvature with keratometers or ophthalmometers to aid in diagnosis of conditions.
Took anatomical or functional ocular measurements of eye or surrounding tissue.
Addressed issues noted during preliminary examinations with physician to provide important information and boost appointment success.
Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.
Led initiatives to maintain compliance with health regulations and best practices for ophthalmic technology usage.
Provided exceptional customer service to all patients, addressing concerns promptly and compassionately.
Demonstrated excellent communication skills when liaising between patients, physicians, and insurance companies regarding treatment options and costs.
Multi-Purpose Clerk
Safeway
03.2021 - 08.2021
Assisted with payment processing and investigating variances in cash amounts.
Contacted customers about changes or updates in accounts and communicated potential problems.
Delivered high-quality customer service through deep commitment to knowledge and performance.
Assisted team members with special projects by coordinating records and resources to meet expected requirements.
Answered multi-line telephone system and routed calls to appropriate personnel.
Customer Service Specialist
Target
05.2020 - 11.2020
Led team engaged in delivering assistance to customer service department on daily basis.
Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
Documented conversations with customers to track requests, problems and solutions.
Uphold strict quality control policies and procedures during customer interactions.
Resolved inquiries to consistently meet performance benchmarks.
Assisted customers in making payments on accounts and setting up payment plans.
Relayed productive customer feedback to marketing teams.
Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments and provided payment option setup assistance.
Set up and activated customer accounts.
Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
Trained new employees on procedures and policies to maximize team performance.
Undergraduate Clinical Training at Melbourne Eyecare Clinic, Australian College of Optometry, Eyes on Dromana, Specsavers, OPSM, Yarra Junction OpticalUndergraduate Clinical Training at Melbourne Eyecare Clinic, Australian College of Optometry, Eyes on Dromana, Specsavers, OPSM, Yarra Junction Optical