Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Qualifications Summary
References
Languages
References
Timeline
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Maria de lara

Oklahoma City,Oklahoma

Summary

I am looking to obtain a level position where I can use my excellent customer service and communication skills. Also expand my knowledge in management.

Excellent communications skills - Verbal and Written Bilingual - Spanish and English

Able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a challenging environment and learn quickly.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Remote Customer Care Advocate

The Kempton Group
Oklahoma City, OK
12.2022 - Current
  • Explained coverage options to potential policyholders, answering questions or concerns.
  • Provided guidance on medical reimbursement issues such as coding, claim forms, and fee schedules.
  • Tracked differences between plans to correctly determine eligibility and assess claims against benefits and data entry requirements.
  • Sent clinical request and missing information letters to obtain incomplete information.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing reports, answering phones, scheduling appointments.
  • Advised clients on how to maximize their health care benefits while minimizing out-of-pocket expenses.
  • Analyzed patient records to determine eligibility for coverage, benefit levels, and other related matters.
  • Identified trends in customer feedback and reported them to management for further investigation.
  • Created detailed reports about customer service activities as requested by management.
  • Audited customer account information to identify issues and develop solutions.
  • Tracked orders and communicated order status updates to customers as needed.
  • Answered customer inquiries via phone, email, and online chat.
  • Managed escalated calls from customers who are dissatisfied with service received.
  • Delivered customer support to high call load each shift.
  • Updated databases with new and modified customer data.

Front Desk Receptionist

Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City
08.2019 - 06.2022

Administrative Assistant, Constituent Services Coordinator

  • Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
  • Monitored visitor access control systems including issuing identification badges when necessary.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and managed calls by routing to proper extensions or taking messages.
  • Provided administrative support such as filing documents, photocopying and scanning materials.
  • Resolved any customer complaints or issues in a timely fashion following established protocols.
  • Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
  • Developed relationships with local advocacy organizations, providing support when needed.
  • Maintained records of constituent contact information and service requests.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Store Manager

METRO by T-Mobile
OKLAHOMA CITY
04.2015 - 07.2019
  • Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
  • Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Maintained current understanding of company offerings to better serve customers and team members.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
  • Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.

Customer Service Representative

BARRI FINANCIAL GROUP
OKLAHOMA CITY
10.2014 - 04.2015
  • Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits
  • Prepare forms or agreements to complete sales
  • Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits
  • Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers
  • Assist customers by providing information and resolving their complaints
  • Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies
  • Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Education

High School Diploma -

PUTNAM CITY WEST HIGH SCHOOL
05.2015

Skills

  • Follow-Up Skills
  • Complaint Handling
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Database Research
  • Database Administration
  • Problem Resolution
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Product Knowledge
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Project Management
  • Employee Training
  • Partnership Building
  • Team Development
  • Shift Scheduling
  • Strategic thinker
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Staff Management

Qualifications Summary

  • Competent at managing responsibilities in a high-volume atmosphere.
  • Hard worker, quick learner, and ability to assume responsibility.
  • Work well under pressure as part of a team and alone.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, intense environment smoothly.
  • Skilled at working with people with diverse backgrounds.
  • Strong skills in organizing workflow, ideas, materials, and people.

References

Reference will be provided upon request.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Remote Customer Care Advocate

The Kempton Group
12.2022 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

Archdiocese of Oklahoma City
08.2019 - 06.2022

Store Manager

METRO by T-Mobile
04.2015 - 07.2019

Customer Service Representative

BARRI FINANCIAL GROUP
10.2014 - 04.2015

High School Diploma -

PUTNAM CITY WEST HIGH SCHOOL
Maria de lara