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Roderick Tolbert

Oak Park,IL

Summary

Adept Telecommunications Technician with a proven track record at Rush Medical Center, showcasing expertise in network troubleshooting and a knack for enhancing operational efficiency. Excelled in fiber-optic restoration and interdepartmental collaboration, improving service restoration speed by over 30%. Renowned for exceptional problem-solving abilities and effective communication, both key to advancing technological and team performance.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Telecommunications Technician

Rush Medical Center
01.2002 - Current
  • Installed and configured new devices and system components.
  • Efficiently troubleshot fiber-optic connections resulting in quicker restoration of services following outages.
  • Installed and repaired network cabling, hardware and software to maximize operational efficiency.
  • Monitored and performed maintenance on telecommunications systems to facilitate optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with other technicians to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.

Department Lead

Rush University Internist
12.1999 - 01.2001

Opened office.

  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to deadlines.
  • Oversaw efficient inventory stocking and supply rotation.
  • Collaborated with other departments to improve interdepartmental communication, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness.

Appointment Scheduler

Rush Prudential Health Plans
03.1992 - 01.1999
  • Provided excellent customer service through attentive listening, empathetic communication, and efficient problem-solving during the scheduling process.
  • Answered phone calls and answered questions from potential customers.
  • Managed high call volume while maintaining professionalism and accuracy when gathering client information for appointment bookings.
  • Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.

Medical Records Specialist

Anchor HMO
09.1985 - 03.1992
  • Communicated effectively with staff, patients, and insurance companies by email and telephone.
  • Coordinated responses to subpoenas and other legal requests for medical records, working closely with legal counsel as necessary to protect patient privacy rights.
  • Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
  • Uploaded physician progress notes, history, and physicals into electronic medical records.

Education

Montevallo High School
Montevallo, AL
06-1974

Skills

  • Troubleshooting and resolution
  • Wireless networking
  • Network troubleshooting

Timeline

Telecommunications Technician

Rush Medical Center
01.2002 - Current

Department Lead

Rush University Internist
12.1999 - 01.2001

Appointment Scheduler

Rush Prudential Health Plans
03.1992 - 01.1999

Medical Records Specialist

Anchor HMO
09.1985 - 03.1992

Montevallo High School
Roderick Tolbert