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Monique Messer

Miami,FL

Summary

Skilled administrative team member with in-depth understanding of compliance requirements and operational procedures.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Insurance Verification Specialist

Monte Nido Affiliates
Miami, FL
08.2023 - Current
  • Verified patient eligibility for insurance coverage by contacting insurance carriers and obtaining the necessary authorization numbers.
  • Identified discrepancies in patient's insurance coverage or benefits, ensuring accuracy of data entered into system.
  • Updated patient and insurance data and input changes into company computer system.

Co Founder

Groovin' Bean
Miami, FL
07.2018 - 07.2023
  • Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
  • Scheduled and directed staff in daily work assignments to maximize productivity.
  • Coached team members on food safety and sanitation processes, customer service, menu education and up-selling techniques to drive revenue.
  • Optimized profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.
  • Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Updated computer systems with new pricing and daily food specials.
  • Directed and coordinated restaurant activities to obtain optimum customer service and strong employee development.
  • Developed and deepened professional relationships with vendors, negotiated contracts and monitored performance.
  • Trained front-of-house staff on restaurant policies and procedures, guest service techniques and communication skills to promote positive experiences.
  • Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Worked closely with Front of the house and Kitchen staff to determine menu plans for special events or occasions.

Administration

Robert Half Staffing Agency
Miami, FL
09.2022 - 12.2022

HEMMERSBACH- Temporary Contracted IT Recruiter

  • Recruited more than 50 candidates per role and used diverse screening tools to identify qualified talent.
  • Communicated duties, compensation, benefits and working conditions to potential candidates, enabling solid understanding of job expectations.
  • Contacted job applicants to inform of application status.
  • Prepared and submitted listing of qualified applicants to Indeed for review and coordinated next-phase interviews with management team and potential candidate.
  • Negotiated candidate salaries.
  • Managed and updated recruitment ATS and CMS software.
  • Prepared and submitted listing of qualified applicants for review and coordinated next-phase interviews with management team and potential candidate.

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Admissions Counselor

Keiser University
Miami, FL
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Collaborate with multiple university departments to assure student success.
  • Assist students with the enrollment process and collect all documents needed
  • Assisted students in career planning and provided scholarship facilities to deserving students.
  • Supported students with filling out college application forms.
  • Recruited and found potential students for academic programs.
  • Daily outreach to students by receiving inbounds calls, and dialing students.
  • Updating CRM, campus nexus with daily activities.
  • Documented, maintained and tracked prospective student applications.
  • Achieve monthly enrollment goals.
  • Participated in campus outreach and involvement programs such as Open House and Orientation.
  • Advised students on course selection, pathways and career options.

Flight Attendant

Eastern Airlines
Miami, FL
06.2016 - 07.2017
  • Traveled with secret service, candidates during presidential campaign, and traveled with athletes.
  • Attended trainings in customer service, conflict resolution techniques and safety procedures to remain current on new requirements and procedures.
  • Offered answers to passengers' questions and resolved issues that arose during flights.
  • Instructed passengers on safety and emergency procedures and answered questions related to flight.
  • Conducted preflight checks to assess general condition and cleanliness of aircraft.
  • Observed passengers for intoxication or possible threat to safety.
  • Administered and coordinated emergency procedures or care, enhancing onboard safety.
  • Executed menu and drink orders to meet preferences of passengers.

Administrative Assistant/Field Organizer

1199 Seiu Florida
Miami, FL
09.2012 - 05.2016

Field Organizer

  • Increased community awareness.
  • Worked with management staff to evaluate goals and create implementation strategies.
  • Conducted outreach to local community leaders and progressive organizations and assisted with local and regional on-site events.
  • Recruited, trained and managed volunteers with aim of equipping teams to independently organize events and campaigns.

Administrative Assistant

  • Managed physical and digital files, monitored spreadsheets and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
  • Monitored schedules and calendar obligations for executives.
  • Processed incoming mail and packages and placed envelopes in bins for employees.
  • Booked flights and reserved hotel rooms to plan and coordinate staff travel.
  • Developed administrative processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Coordinated appointments, meetings and conferences.
  • Take notes in meetings.

Contract Processor

WYNDHAM WORLDWIDE RESORTS
New Orleans, LA
07.2011 - 08.2012
  • Type and audit contract documents for compliance with company standards and be responsible for verifying all contract financial information and funds.
  • Create accurate contracts for sales representives.
  • Located and retrieved items using CRM tracking software.
  • Reviewed incoming documents for accuracy and noted problems.
  • Filed paperwork according to standard operating procedures and entered data points into tracking system.
  • Maintained accuracy of work by completing deep research and resolving variances.

Community Marketing/Sales Associate

WYNDHAM WORLDWIDE RESORTS
New Orleans, LA
01.2011 - 07.2011
  • Gift incentives to vacationers and local residents to use the Wyndham brand by scheduling tours to attend the sales presentation and purchase at the resort.
  • Achieved goals by meeting weekly number of booked tours.
  • Creating a great report with the guest.
  • Developed positive relationships with new and existing customers, leading to increased sales opportunities.

Education

BA - Business Management

University of Phoenix
2015

Skills

  • Excellent customer service
  • Marketing
  • Microsoft
  • Organized
  • Community Driven
  • Recruiting
  • Sales
  • Scheduling
  • Power Point
  • Career & Employee Training
  • Hiring and Retention

Timeline

Insurance Verification Specialist

Monte Nido Affiliates
08.2023 - Current

Administration

Robert Half Staffing Agency
09.2022 - 12.2022

Admissions Counselor

Keiser University
01.2021 - 07.2022

Co Founder

Groovin' Bean
07.2018 - 07.2023

Flight Attendant

Eastern Airlines
06.2016 - 07.2017

Administrative Assistant/Field Organizer

1199 Seiu Florida
09.2012 - 05.2016

Contract Processor

WYNDHAM WORLDWIDE RESORTS
07.2011 - 08.2012

Community Marketing/Sales Associate

WYNDHAM WORLDWIDE RESORTS
01.2011 - 07.2011

BA - Business Management

University of Phoenix
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