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Shea Bandy
Human Resources Specialist
Summary
Well-qualified professional with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers, and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Human Resources Specialist (Technical Review)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
05.2023 - Current
- Conduct in depth HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, HR systems, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Resolve complex pay and system issues.
- Participate in community of practice discussions sharing best practices, providing solutions and modifications based on customer feedback.
- Provide comprehensive feedback to employees and supervisors regarding inaccuracies of personnel actions including methods necessary to produce a resolution.
- Use data reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement and best practices.
- Maintain courteous and cooperative relationships with supervisors, co-workers, employees, and other customers both within and outside the VHA organization.
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement)
Dept of Transportation, Federal Aviation Admin
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and create strategic recruiting plans.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, benefits, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Streamlined recruitment processes, expediting the hiring of qualified candidates.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external recruitment agencies to expand candidate pools for hard-to-fill positions, ultimately leading to successful hires.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date database of employee records, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding experiences for new hires, ensuring they felt welcomed and well-informed.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and strategize recruitment efforts.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement)
Veterans Health Administration VHA
11.2014 - 09.2020
- Conducted routine HR audits to ensure data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrollments.
- Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and create strategic recruiting plans.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, benefits, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external recruitment agencies to expand candidate pools for hard-to-fill positions, ultimately leading to successful hires.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date database of employee records, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding experiences for new hires, ensuring they felt welcomed and well-informed.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs and strategize recruitment efforts.
- Resolved employee disputes with empathy and professionalism.
- Analyzed job roles and responsibilities to ensure alignment with organizational goals and employee capabilities.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
- Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
- Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
Supervisory Program Specialist (Medical Staff)
Veterans Health Administration VHA
05.2012 - 11.2014
- Supervised and carried out the credentialing and privileging (C&P) process consisting of approximately 1650 health care professionals.
- Coordinate the credentialing and privileging processes for medical staff appointments including physicians, dentists, psychologists, optometrists, podiatrists, social workers, mid-level providers, and other health care professionals who claim licensure, registration, or certification, as applicable to the position.
- Research, analyze, and resolve unstable and uncommon administrative program issues.
- Key advisor for the facility management regarding program issues, policies and procedures.
- Developed written policies, procedures, competencies, and requirements for staff to follow.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to track progress and inform future strategic direction.
- Ensured compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, maintaining accurate records for auditing purposes.
- Mentored junior staff members in professional development activities, contributing to their career growth within the organization.
- Established strong relationships with external partners to enhance collaboration on shared projects.
- Coordinated team meetings and events, promoting open dialogue among staff members while building morale.
- Developed comprehensive training materials for staff, resulting in increased productivity and performance.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, providing constructive feedback for continued skill development.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Program Specialist (Medical Staff Office)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
05.2006 - 05.2012
- Managed and carried out the credentialing and privileging (C&P) process consisting of approximately 1650 health care professionals.
- Coordinated contracts and credentials for all credentialed health care providers.
- Analyzed, developed, implemented, and managed the appointment of all medical providers while working closely with Human Resources.
- Improved overall program effectiveness through comprehensive data analysis and evaluation of key performance indicators.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, promoting a collaborative work atmosphere that benefited all staff members involved.
Secretary (Office Administration)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
05.2005 - 05.2006
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Maintained accurate records of office expenses, assisting in budget preparation and cost control efforts.
- Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
- Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for senior staff, ensuring smooth business trips with minimal disruptions.
- Enhanced meeting efficiency by preparing agendas and minutes, ensuring all participants were well-informed.
- Assisted in preparing detailed reports for management, enabling informed decision-making.
- Conducted research for special projects, contributing valuable insights that informed strategic decisions.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
12.2003 - 05.2005
- Conducted precise ocular measurements using advanced ophthalmic equipment.
- Improved patient care by conducting thorough medical histories and performing accurate visual acuity tests.
- Facilitated timely referrals to specialists when necessary for appropriate treatment of complex ocular conditions.
- Streamlined office workflow by efficiently managing patient schedules, appointments, and medical records.
- Reduced patient wait times through prompt and efficient pre-examination procedures, ensuring a positive experience.
- Developed strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds by adjusting communication style as needed for maximum understanding and comfort during their appointments.
- Promoted eye health education by providing patients with informative materials on proper eye wear use, hygiene practices, and disease prevention strategies.
- Compassionate care during difficult procedures such as dilation.
- Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
- Instilled anesthetic drops and assisted in laser treatments and minor procedures.
- Administered visual acuity tests to measure patient ability to see clearly at different distances and identify visual impairments.
- Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
- Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
- Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Identified issues during preliminary exam and addressed concerns with physician.
- Gathered patient histories, took measurements and completed diagnostic tests as part of detailed ophthalmic evaluations.
- Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
- Serviced, repaired and maintained ophthalmic equipment to keep instruments and tools in good condition.
- Cleaned or sterilized ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
Medical Supply Technician
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
08.2003 - 12.2003
- Collaborated with medical staff to confirm availability of medical equipment for patient care.
- Liaised between medical staff and medical equipment vendors.
- Assembled, disassembled, and evaluated sophisticated medical instruments and equipment for sterile integrity and used aseptic techniques during the decontamination process and prep phase for return to the operating room.
- Conducted routine basic medical equipment and sophisticated surgical equipment inspections.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to identify frequently used items, optimizing stock levels accordingly for increased efficiency.
- Established strong working relationships between procurement teams and medical staff providers.
- Effectively managed medical supply returns and exchanges, ensuring prompt resolution of issues.
- Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
Human Resources Assistant
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
04.2002 - 08.2003
- Efficiently managed personnel files, maintaining confidentiality while keeping records up-to-date and organized.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Enhanced onboarding experience for new hires by creating comprehensive orientation materials and training programs.
- Maintained compliance with employment laws and regulations, conducting regular audits of HR practices.
Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.1996 - 12.2001
- Conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further analysis.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to develop comprehensive care plans, addressing all patient needs.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies to ensure availability for critical procedures.
- Performed phlebotomy services as needed, utilizing proper technique to minimize discomfort and maintain specimen integrity.
- Administered medications and treatments accurately, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration for optimal results.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring tools were properly sterilized and organized for efficient use.
- Delivered first aid and emergency care in high-stress situations, preserving life and limb.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Utilized medical instruments to perform minor surgeries and other procedures.
- Administered vaccinations and medications, ensuring timely protection against diseases.
- Helped with preparation of medical equipment and supplies for use in hospital procedures.
- Conducted blood draws and laboratory tests, enabling timely diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
- Performed medical tests and collected samples for laboratory analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems/Ethics
Mid-America Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK 05.2001 -
Skills
Staffing Solutions
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved projected recruitment goals with accuracy and efficiency.
- Increased process efficiency and reduced the process time from 6 months to 45 days.
- Became the subject matter expert for projects assigned.
Interests
Timeline
Human Resources Specialist (Technical Review)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
05.2023 - Current
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement)
Dept of Transportation, Federal Aviation Admin
09.2020 - 05.2023
Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment/Placement)
Veterans Health Administration VHA
11.2014 - 09.2020
Supervisory Program Specialist (Medical Staff)
Veterans Health Administration VHA
05.2012 - 11.2014
Program Specialist (Medical Staff Office)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
05.2006 - 05.2012
Secretary (Office Administration)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
05.2005 - 05.2006
Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
12.2003 - 05.2005
Medical Supply Technician
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
08.2003 - 12.2003
Human Resources Assistant
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
04.2002 - 08.2003
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems/Ethics
Mid-America Christian University
05.2001 -
Hospital Corpsman
U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.1996 - 12.2001
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