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Work History
Education
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Patrice Smith

Timmonsville,SC

Summary

Highly motivated and compassionate professional with a strong desire to obtain a position in a challenging and meaningful organization . Dedicated to helping others and contributing to an organization’s growth. US Army Veteran with excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to work well with superiors and subordinates.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Stay-At-Home Mom

05.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by balancing childcare, household tasks, and personal commitments effectively
  • Developed and implemented schedules and routines to ensure a structured and nurturing environment for children
  • Provided hands-on care, guidance, and support to children, promoting their physical, emotional, and cognitive development
  • Collaborated with schools, teachers, and other parents to support children's educational and extracurricular activities
  • Engaged in continuous learning and personal development through online courses, workshops, or volunteering
  • Utilized excellent communication skills to maintain open and positive communication with family members and caregivers
  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities by addressing challenges and conflicts in a proactive and constructive manner
  • Developed strong organizational skills to manage household finances, appointments, and family commitments.

Sales Associate

Belk Department Store
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Sales Associate

Rainbow
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Ensured compliance with store policies and procedures, including handling returns and exchanges
  • Resolved customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints promptly and effectively
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and store objectives
  • Participated in visual merchandising activities, including setting up displays and arranging window presentations
  • Stayed updated on product knowledge, including new arrivals, promotions, and sales
  • Assisted in receiving and processing shipments, verifying accuracy and updating inventory records
  • Conducted fitting room assistance, offering sizing advice and ensuring a positive customer experience
  • Contributed to loss prevention efforts by monitoring and reporting any suspicious activities or theft incidents
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the store, including restocking supplies and performing light cleaning duties.

Medical Assistant

Strand Endocrinology
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.

Intern

Myrtle Beach Endocrinology
05.2015 - 06.2015
  • Observe and participate in discussions with patients regarding treatment options, potential risks, and expected outcomes
  • Observe and assist in various endocrine procedures, such as thyroid biopsies, hormone stimulation tests, or insulin pump management
  • Gain exposure to different diagnostic techniques and equipment used in endocrinology, such as ultrasound or bone densitometry
  • Participate in educating patients about their endocrine conditions, treatment plans, and self-management strategies
  • Provide guidance on lifestyle modifications, dietary considerations, and medication adherence
  • Assist in addressing patient concerns, answering questions, and providing emotional support
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team, including endocrinologists, nurses, nutritionists, and other specialists, to ensure comprehensive patient care
  • Attend departmental meetings, case discussions, and educational sessions to enhance knowledge and skills in endocrinology.

Supply Specialist

United States Army
05.2007 - 10.2012
  • Receive, inspect, inventory, load, unload, and segregate, store, issue, delivers and turn-in organization and installation supplies and equipment
  • Prepare all unit/organizational supply documents
  • Maintain automated supply system for accounting of organizational and installation supplies and equipment
  • Issue and receive small arms
  • Secure and control weapons and ammunition in security areas
  • Schedule and perform preventive and organizational maintenance on weapons
  • Inspect completed work for accuracy and compliance with established procedures
  • Review and annotate changes to unit material condition status report
  • Post transactions to organizational and installation property books and supporting transaction files
  • Determine method of obtaining relief from responsibility for lost, damaged and destroyed supply item.

Education

Bachelors of Science Health Administration - Health Management And Clinical Assistance

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
10.2022

Cosmetology -

Horry Georgetown Technical College
08.2017

Associates in Applied Science -

Miller Motte College
07.2015

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Computer Skills
  • Organizational Skills
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Active Listening
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem Resolution
  • Verbal Communication

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Stay-At-Home Mom

05.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

Belk Department Store
11.2020 - 01.2021

Sales Associate

Rainbow
06.2019 - 06.2020

Medical Assistant

Strand Endocrinology
09.2015 - 06.2016

Intern

Myrtle Beach Endocrinology
05.2015 - 06.2015

Supply Specialist

United States Army
05.2007 - 10.2012

Bachelors of Science Health Administration - Health Management And Clinical Assistance

University of Phoenix

Cosmetology -

Horry Georgetown Technical College

Associates in Applied Science -

Miller Motte College
Patrice Smith