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Michelle Alter

Niles,MI

Summary

Highly-qualified Housekeeping Supervisor offering 9 years of experience. Hands-on manager and team leader dedicated to providing high-quality, efficient housekeeping operations in support of all client and staff needs.

Enthusiastic professional successful working with all departments to facilitate communication, quality and service initiatives. Hardworking and resourceful with strong communication skills and adaptable approach. Background directing 5 housekeepers serving client and staff needs in a Mental Health facility.

Versatile Housekeeping Supervisor working with diverse staff. Building rapport and team collaboration. Individual with strong attention to detail.

Looking to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Housekeeping Coordinator

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
09.2015 - Current
  • Supervised and supported housekeeping personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
  • Created schedules, shift reports and other business documents to coordinate housekeeping needs.
  • Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
  • Followed manufacturers instructions for using chemicals and equipment to avoid burns, injuries and workplace accidents.
  • Established hand-on, proactive management style to facilitated improvements to workflow and a clean sanitized environment.
  • Coached new housekeeping personnel by demonstrating approved cleaning procedures.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by ensuring the timely completion of housekeeping tasks and maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Reduced guest complaints by effectively coordinating with the housekeeping team to address issues promptly.
  • Completed schedules, shift reports, and other business documentation.
  • Continually updated knowledge of procedures and practices to maintain a safe and sanitized environment.

Senior Medical Assistant

Sunset House Assisted Living
03.2005 - 03.2013
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints, vital signs and medication lists for accurate documentation purposes in an outpatient setting while maintaining strict confidentiality.
  • Provided compassionate care to diverse populations, fostering trust and rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Supervised, trained and coached team of medical personnel,


Senior Medical Assistant

University Park Family Medicine
01.2002 - 01.2005
  • Conducted thorough pre-visit assessments, obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and medication lists for accurate documentation purposes.
  • Provided compassionate care to diverse populations, fostering trust and rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by attending continuing education seminars and maintaining current certification as a Senior Medical Assistant.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, providing accurate results to facilitate effective treatment plans.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient satisfaction and overall clinic performance.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
  • Followed principles of inflection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Prepared daily charts by creating and updating electronic health records system data prior to patient visits.

Senior Medical Assistant

Four West Family Physicians
06.2001 - 06.2003

Same as above.

Education

Completion of Medical Terminology -

Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, IN
05.1987

Health Occupations - Certified Nursing Assistant

Gary Area Career Center
Gary, IN
05.1986

High School Diploma -

Hobart High School
Hobart, IN
05.1986

Skills

  • Health and safety compliance for all positions held
  • Performance Improvements and Evaluations
  • Training and mentoring
  • Department coordination
  • Strong Organizational skills
  • Team Building and Management
  • Friendly, Positive attitude
  • Employee Motivation
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • PPE use
  • Chemical Handling

Timeline

Housekeeping Coordinator

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center
09.2015 - Current

Senior Medical Assistant

Sunset House Assisted Living
03.2005 - 03.2013

Senior Medical Assistant

University Park Family Medicine
01.2002 - 01.2005

Senior Medical Assistant

Four West Family Physicians
06.2001 - 06.2003

Completion of Medical Terminology -

Purdue University Calumet

Health Occupations - Certified Nursing Assistant

Gary Area Career Center

High School Diploma -

Hobart High School
Michelle Alter