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Maria Ortiz

Summary

Highly dependable and collaborative professional with a proven ability to excel in team environments and contribute to shared goals. Possesses strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills, ensuring efficient workflow and timely project completion. Proficient in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks. Adept at addressing challenges, overcoming obstacles, and implementing effective solutions while upholding strict privacy standards. Known for reliability, adaptability, and a solution-focused mindset in dynamic work settings.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Front Desk Clerk Scheduler

San Luis Walk In Clinic
09.2021 - 12.2024
  • Patient Interaction: Greeted patients warmly upon arrival, checked them in, and ensured accurate completion of intake forms.
  • Scheduling: Managed appointment scheduling, cancellations, and rescheduling using ECW software.
  • Billing Support: Verified patient insurance information and eligibility, collected co-pays, input into census in excel spreadsheet and assisted with billing inquiries.
  • Records Management: Maintained and updated patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Phone Handling: Answered a high volume of calls, addressing patient inquiries, gave my best effort in answering or resolving patients concerns and directing calls to appropriate staff.
  • Office Coordination: Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure smooth office operations and efficient patient flow.
  • Problem-Solving: Resolved scheduling issues and promptly and professionally addressed patient and/ or provider concerns & needs.
  • Customer Service: Delivered excellent customer service with empathy, enhancing patient satisfaction and retention.

Office Administrator

E and M Farms, Inc.
10.2007 - 06.2016
Administrative Skills
  • Office management and organization
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Document preparation and record-keeping (e.g., contracts, reports for Sales Team, Customers, Vendors, and potential New Customers)
  • Customer and Vendor communication
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization
Accounting and Financial Skills
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks for accounting and invoicing
  • Budget tracking and expense reporting
  • Accounts payable and receivable management
  • Bank reconciliation and financial reporting
  • Tax preparation support
Sales and Customer Relations Skills
  • Sales order processing and tracking
  • Customer service and relationship management
  • Upselling and cross-selling techniques
  • CRM software management
  • Sales reporting and analysis
Shipping and Receiving Skills
  • Preparing Shipping and Receiving documentation
  • Coordinating with carriers for shipments
  • Ensuring timely delivery of goods
  • Tracking and managing supply chain logistics
  • Inventory management and stock control
Technical Skills
  • Expertise in QuickBooks
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Data entry and database management
  • Familiarity with shipping software (e.g., FedEx, UPS, USPS platforms)
  • Email and phone communication tools
Soft Skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Problem-solving and decision-making
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Team collaboration and leadership

Office Manager

E and M Farms, LLC
01.2001 - 10.2007

Professional Experience

  • Provided exceptional customer service by resolving client inquiries and concerns via in-person meetings, phone, and mail communications, fostering positive customer relationships.
  • Maintained precise financial records by inputting and reconciling accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring balanced budgets and adherence to financial standards.
  • Reduced costs by implementing meticulous budget monitoring, expense tracking, and strategic procurement of essential supplies and equipment.
  • Supported operational excellence by organizing and overseeing assignments, and aligning team efforts with business objectives.
  • Successfully managed budgets and optimized resource allocation to enhance productivity, profitability, and overall performance.
  • Coordinated with graphic designers and newspaper personnel to deliver compelling advertisements on time and within budget.
  • Researched and collaborated with accountants to ensure company compliance with state and federal regulations, including requirements for business entity registration and adherence to State Board of Equalization mandates.

Ag Warehouse Administrator

Sirena Sweet
04.1999 - 09.1999

Data Entry and Management

  • Proficient in using record-keeping software, including MS Excel and QuickBooks, for logging weights, inventory details, Company finances, and payroll.
  • Experienced in auditing records to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Logistics and Operations

  • Comprehensive knowledge of shipping and receiving processes, logistics, freight, and carrier operations.
  • Familiar with warehouse management systems (WMS), scanning systems, and barcoding technology.
  • Skilled in forklift operation and similar equipment.
  • Well-versed in OSHA standards and other safety regulations.

Leadership and Team Management

  • Experience supervising warehouse staff and effectively delegating tasks.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and resolve workflow issues.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with vendors, customers, and team members.

Organizational Skills

  • Efficient in time management, including planning schedules, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
  • High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in inventory tracking, documentation, and workflows.

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Education

Certificate - Business Accounting

Reedley College
Reedley, CA
06-2002

Certificate - Computer Skills

Az Computer Institute
Yuma, AZ
09-1994

Skills

  • Dependability, Teamwork, and collaboration
  • Strong organization, Multitasking, Prioritization Abilities
  • Microsoft Office, and Quickbooks proficiency
  • Addressing challenges, overcoming obstacles, Finding solutions
  • Uphold Privacy Standards

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Front Desk Clerk Scheduler

San Luis Walk In Clinic
09.2021 - 12.2024

Office Administrator

E and M Farms, Inc.
10.2007 - 06.2016

Office Manager

E and M Farms, LLC
01.2001 - 10.2007

Ag Warehouse Administrator

Sirena Sweet
04.1999 - 09.1999

Certificate - Business Accounting

Reedley College

Certificate - Computer Skills

Az Computer Institute
Maria Ortiz