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Megan Lowry

Tornado

Summary

Driven professional with extensive experience in customer-facing roles, team leadership, and data management. I have a proven track record of providing exceptional customer service, managing multiple priorities, and maintaining accurate records. Skilled in financial management, event planning, and staff supervision. Proficient in handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Profoundly passionate about leveraging administrative expertise to drive organizational efficiency and support business growth.


Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Background Check Associate

WVDHHS, Bureau for Social Services
03.2024 - Current

Provide complex clerical support to facilitate background checks for licensed child and adult care providers, foster and adoptive parents, and agencies, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.


  • Conduct research on sensitive data, verifying identities and aliases through thorough reviews of personal information, including birthdates, social security numbers, and addresses.
  • Manage and processed incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring timely and secure transmission of confidential documents.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records through data entry into spreadsheets, tracking mail and document workflows.
  • Research court documents to verify instances of abuse or neglect, supporting informed decision-making.
  • Compile and prepare reports for supervisors, directors, and program managers, providing critical support to ensure seamless operations.


Key Skills:

- Data entry and record-keeping

- Research and analysis

- Confidentiality and data security

- Organizational and time management

- Communication and reporting

- Compliance and regulatory adherence


Full Time/40 hours per-week

Administrative and Clinical Support

Cardiologist Dr. Mohammad Yousaf
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Coordinated and managed appointment scheduling, ensuring seamless patient flow and minimizing delays.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, answering incoming calls, resolving patient inquiries, and addressing concerns in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Confirmed and processed patient appointments, managed follow-up appointments, and ensured accurate record-keeping.
  • Handled patient payments and co-pays, maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient account information.
  • Maintained confidentiality and accuracy while updating and managing medical records.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control protocols by cleaning, setting up, and preparing medical examination rooms and equipment.
  • Sterilized medical equipment, adhering to established standards and guidelines.


Key skills highlighted:

- Appointment scheduling and management

- Customer service and communication

- Record-keeping and data management

- Payment processing and accounting

- Medical records management

- Infection control and compliance


Full Time/40+ hours per-week

Front Desk Associate/Application Development Specialist

Workforce WV
01.2010 - 09.2010
  • Utilized multiple systems to execute job searches tailored to clients' current resumes, matching them with opportunities aligned with their expertise and past wage ranges.
  • Coordinated client interviews with resume builders, ensuring seamless interactions and effective resume enhancement.
  • Provided exceptional phone support, answering calls and directing them to relevant department personnel.


Key Achievements:

- Successfully matched clients with job openings relevant to their skills and experience

- Effectively managed client interviews and resume development sessions

- Demonstrated excellent communication and customer service skills"


Full Time/40 hours per-week

Front Desk Associate

Holiday Inn
07.2008 - 01.2010
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring seamless guest check-in and check-out processes.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, responding to guest inquiries, resolving issues, and exceeding expectations.
  • Coordinated room reservations, accommodated special requests, and optimized room assignments.
  • Processed guest payments, handled billing inquiries, and maintained accurate financial records.
  • Trained and mentored newly hired front desk staff, promoting excellence in customer service and operational efficiency.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and resilience during the transition to new ownership under IHG Hotels.


Key skills highlighted:

- Customer service and relations

- Front desk operations and management

- Room reservation and assignment

- Payment processing and financial management

- Staff training and development

- Adaptability and change management


Full Time/40 hours per-week

Sales Representative(Telecommunications and Media)

Empereon Marketing
08.2006 - 05.2008
  • Generated new sales and upgraded existing services for cable, television, and phone customers through effective cold calling and negotiation techniques.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets, earning top seller status within under two years.
  • Expanded customer base by selling services to new customers and upselling to existing clients.
  • Successfully promoted and sold newspaper subscriptions to current and prospective customers.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers, providing exceptional service and ensuring customer satisfaction.


Key skills highlighted:

- Sales and account management

- Cold calling and negotiation

- Customer service and relations

- Upselling and cross-selling

- Communication and persuasion

- Goal achievement and sales performance


Full Time/40 hours per-week

Customer Service Specialist

Sitel
11.2005 - 08.2006
  • Analyzed and resolved customers' hardware issues, utilizing expertise in multiple systems and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Customized services to meet individual customer needs, upgrading or downgrading plans as required.
  • -Addressed and resolved billing inquiries, ensuring accurate billing and facilitating payment processing.
  • Negotiated retention offers to retain valued customers, minimizing churn and promoting customer loyalty.
  • Coordinated new service installations, including multi-package setups, and collaborated with field technicians to schedule appointments and work orders.
  • Provided clear and effective communication to customers, ensuring seamless issue resolution and excellent customer experience.


Key skills highlighted:

- Technical troubleshooting and problem-solving

- Customer service and issue resolution

- Billing and payment processing

- Sales and retention negotiation

- Communication and collaboration

- Technical installation and setup


Full Time/40 hours per-week

Retail Sales Associate & Team Leader

Shaw’s Supermarket
12.2001 - 01.2005
  • Processed customer transactions, handled payments, and provided excellent customer service.
  • Maintained a clean and organized store environment, adhering to sanitation and safety standards.
  • Worked in the meat department, ensuring accurate weighing, packaging, labeling, and product rotation.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and teamwork by assisting with end-of-day sanitation tasks.


Team Leadership:

- Promoted to Team Leader in checkout services, supervising employees during shifts.

- Coordinated daily operations, ensuring efficient checkout processes and excellent customer service.


Key Skills:

- Customer service and relations

- Cash handling and payment processing

- Team leadership and supervision

- Time management and multitasking

- Adaptability and flexibility

- Sanitation and safety protocols


Full Time/40 hours per-week

Education

Associate's degree - Occupational Therapy Assistance

University of Charleston
08.2023

Health Science (Dental Hygiene)

BridgeValley Community and Technical College
09.2021

Sports Studies Pre-Track

WV State University
05.2019

Skills

  • Detail Oriented
  • Medical Coding
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Billing
  • Medical Records
  • Investigations
  • Onboarding
  • ICD-10
  • ICD Coding
  • CPT Coding
  • Microsoft Office
  • Fundraising Management
  • Marketing Outreach Services -13 years
  • Front Desk -5 years
  • Time management

Certification

  • Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding | Date Earned 07/2010 | Martinsburg College
  • BLS Certificate through American Heart Association 01/24/2023

Timeline

Background Check Associate

WVDHHS, Bureau for Social Services
03.2024 - Current

Administrative and Clinical Support

Cardiologist Dr. Mohammad Yousaf
08.2016 - 08.2017

Front Desk Associate/Application Development Specialist

Workforce WV
01.2010 - 09.2010

Front Desk Associate

Holiday Inn
07.2008 - 01.2010

Sales Representative(Telecommunications and Media)

Empereon Marketing
08.2006 - 05.2008

Customer Service Specialist

Sitel
11.2005 - 08.2006

Retail Sales Associate & Team Leader

Shaw’s Supermarket
12.2001 - 01.2005

Health Science (Dental Hygiene)

BridgeValley Community and Technical College

Sports Studies Pre-Track

WV State University
  • Certificate in Medical Billing and Coding | Date Earned 07/2010 | Martinsburg College
  • BLS Certificate through American Heart Association 01/24/2023

Associate's degree - Occupational Therapy Assistance

University of Charleston
Megan Lowry