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Samuel Jeff Dary

Samuel Jeff Dary

Springfield,MO

Summary

Results-oriented professional with a diverse background in education, management and customer service. Experienced in conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.

Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated to providing excellent customer service and making operational and procedural improvements when needed.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Transport

Cox Healthcare
Springfield, Missouri
10.2022 - Current

Transport patients to procedures, both in-patient and out-patient, safely and efficiently. Use de-escalation skills to help patients in stressful situations relax, which can lead to better medical outcomes.

ABO Certified Optician

The Vision Clinic
Branson, MO
06.2017 - 09.2022
  • Helped patients select frames to meet individual needs, flatter features and appropriate for eye measurements and optical prescriptions.
  • Made precise measurements and documented information such as bridge and eye size, temple length, vertex distance, pupillary distance and optical centers of eyes.
  • Wrote detailed work orders specifying parameters for lenses and frames.
  • Checked finished lenses for conformance to order specifications, quality and customer needs.

Customer Service Representative

Account Services, Cox Communications
Wichita, KS
12.2015 - 06.2017
  • Used conflict resolution skills and de-escalation techniques to lead callers to a satisfactory outcome.
  • Addressed customer service inquiries in a timely and accurate fashion.
  • Built customer loyalty by placing follow-up calls for customers who report product issues.
  • Consistently maintained metrics ratings of successful or above.

Dispensing Optician, Wichita Family Vision Clinic
Wichita, Kansas
02.2013 - 07.2015
  • Entered clear, detailed work orders and instructions for eyeglass creation using a specialized computer interface.
  • Confirmed that frames were correctly built, checking facial and eye measurements and optical prescriptions.
  • Instructed patients on the proper care and fitting of eyeglasses.
  • Heated, shaped and bent plastic and metal frames to adjust eyeglasses for patients.

Store Visual Manager / Business Manager

Dillard's Department Stores
Wichita, Kansas
09.2011 - 02.2013
  • Designed displays to make the store experience interactive and engaging.
  • Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs. Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback.
  • Kept current on market and product trends to effectively answer customer questions.
  • Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment.

Music Educator

08.1992 - 05.2010
  • Kansas & Missouri
  • Used conflict resolution techniques and de-escalation skills on a daily basis with students, parents and faculty.
  • Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of Vocal and Instrumental Music and Performance.
  • Organized and conducted rehearsals with students to prepare for concerts and performances.

Director of Entertainment / Events

Boot Hill Museum
Dodge City, Kansas
07.1994 - 09.1996
  • Wrote, produced and directed "The Long Branch Variety Show", with nightly performances Memorial Day through Labor Day.
  • Created new interactive guest experiences, increasing revenue and reducing production costs.
  • Coordinated city-wide events for Dodge City Days.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Friends University
1991

Skills

  • Creative
  • Enthusiastic
  • Detail-oriented
  • Skilled problem solver
  • Team leadership experience
  • Employee training
  • Special events planning
  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer service
  • Detail-oriented
  • Special events

Accomplishments

  • Director of Entertainment / Events at Boot Hill Museum for 2 years.
  • Received many “exceeds expectations” ratings on performance reviews.
  • Implemented and trained staff on the use of i-pad applications and equipment.

Timeline

Patient Transport

Cox Healthcare
10.2022 - Current

ABO Certified Optician

The Vision Clinic
06.2017 - 09.2022

Customer Service Representative

Account Services, Cox Communications
12.2015 - 06.2017

Dispensing Optician, Wichita Family Vision Clinic
02.2013 - 07.2015

Store Visual Manager / Business Manager

Dillard's Department Stores
09.2011 - 02.2013

Director of Entertainment / Events

Boot Hill Museum
07.1994 - 09.1996

Music Educator

08.1992 - 05.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

Friends University
Samuel Jeff Dary