Forward-thinking SR, Patient Services Assistant Director generates high-quality work. Leverages tenacious approach and strong attention to detail to drive success. Service-oriented and performance-driven with excellent organizational, multitasking and problem-solving skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SR/Patient Service Assistant Director
Food and Nutrition Service
White Plains, NY
02.2022 - Current
Developed and managed a team of 10 employees to ensure efficient operations of the organization.
Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws.
Created and maintained reports on operational performance metrics.
Monitored staff performance, provided feedback and conducted annual reviews.
Provided guidance to departmental staff in resolving customer complaints.
Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify trends and develop strategies for improvement.
Assisted in developing strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
Conducted training sessions on new processes or products for internal staff members.
Led weekly meetings with department heads to review progress towards project milestones.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations among all personnel.
Identified areas of opportunity for cost savings initiatives across departments.
Supervised recruitment process including interviewing candidates, making hiring decisions and onboarding new hires.
Represented the company at industry conferences as a subject matter expert.
Monitored team compliance with safety and health guidelines.
Directed special projects and daily operations.
Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote positive work culture.
Managed staff, financials and key performance indicators to facilitate business operations.
Coached and guided direct reports on day-to-day operations and company policies and procedures.
Produced and distributed memos, newsletters and other forms of communication.
Generated reports to review data and issue corrective actions for improvements.
Supported work-life balance to improve staff morale.
Oversaw recordkeeping and reporting efforts to satisfy document processing guidelines.
Developed department performance goals and methods for achieving milestones.
Established budgets and tracked expenses to drive operational efficiency.
Drafted mission and vision statements to outline objectives and motivate employees.
Evaluated key business metrics and recommended adjustments to policies and procedures.
Met with stakeholders to address issues and implement solutions.
Implemented billing procedures, audited and reconciled accounts and recorded transactions.
Generated billing reports to meet strict deadlines.
Built strong referral network to generate new business opportunities.
Created and enforced processes to boost company productivity.
Developed protocols for handling confidential information within the organization.
Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
Provided exceptional customer service to all patients.
MGR, PATIENT SVCS I
Food and Nutrition Service
White Plains, NY
06.2022 - 12.2022
Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
Led cross-functional teams in problem-solving activities related to process improvements or new product launches.
Developed key performance indicators to measure effectiveness of operational processes.
Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
Collaborated with management team on long-term strategic planning initiatives for the organization.
Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations and customer service.
Built strong operational teams to meet process and production demands.
Addressed customer concerns with suitable solutions.
Responded to information requests from superiors, providing specific documentation.
Tracked and replenished inventory to maintain par levels.
Collaborated with team leaders on quality audits.
Housekeeping Operations Manager
Westchester Medical Center, Crothall Service Group
11.2020 - 06.2022
Establishes and reviews standards and work procedures for all Housekeeping staff in accordance with established policies and practices of the facility
Plans work schedules, hours, areas of work, and job duties to ensure adequate housekeeping services are rendered to all areas
Interviews, selects, hires, evaluates, and recommends termination of facility housekeeping personnel in accordance with facility standards.
Orients, trains, develops and supervises associates
Performs regular facility inspections and evaluations; ability to recommend action items; assists with relocations within the facility
Three Robots, Surfacide Helios system uses ultra-violet (UV-C) light energy responsible for the daily operation of the machine to disinfect patient rooms and other areas of the hospital.
Conducts regular staff meetings and communicates with members of other departments to coordinate housekeeping activities
Schedules major project work, assuring that adequate staff and supplies are available
Conducts regular inventory of housekeeping supplies
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
Three Robots, Surfacide Helios system uses ultra-violet (UV-C) light over 14 OR rooms done overnight.
Implemented innovative programs to increase employee loyalty and reduce turnover.
Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency
Completed schedules, shift reports, and other business documentation.
Trained and mentored new staff on cleaning and safety protocols.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
Increased employee performance through effective supervision and training.
Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
Supervised team of housekeeping and janitorial workers to meet highest quality of cleanliness and safety standards.
Developed and implemented detailed housekeeping standards to promote cleanliness standards for guest rooms and common areas.
Implemented daily, weekly and monthly cleaning routines for staff to follow.
Maintained required records of work hours, budgets and payrolls.
Monitored the performance of all housekeeping personnel and provided guidance as needed.
Ultra Violet Tech
White Plains Hospital Wph
White Plains, NY
05.2019 - 12.2019
Performs all environmental services-related tasks demonstrating service orientation to fellow employees, facility staff and customers.
Utilizes Xenex machine in assigned area.
Disinfecting rooms in order of priority level. (Specific to account)
Educate others on the HOSPITAL HAl prevention program which includes the Xenex technology.
Assists Environmental Services staff in preparing the discharge clean for the Xenex disinfection process to reduce as much added time as possible.
Ensure that the room type is being effectively utilized so reports could identify correct number of room types completed.
Inspects and ensures that all equipment is clean and proper working condition.
Coordinates activities with other departments ensuring the Xenex machine is being utilized as much as possible, and as effective as possible.
Continuously checks assigned areas to be sure work is being done properly and that personnel are following schedules (duty lists).
Reports any pertinent information to the Supervisor/HAl Coordinator as it occurs.
Develops effective facility relations through formal and informal programs, both verbal and written.
Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.
Housekeeper
White Plains Hospital Wph
04.2018 - 09.2019
Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
Restocked paper towels in bathrooms, patience room bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
OR rooms disinfected mopped disposed of trash, and made sure it was ready for the next patience.
Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
Handled requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean.
Cleaned daily in all areas including discharge.
Office cleaning and all ancillary area cleaning to ensure the continuity and efficiency of patient care and daily operations.
Cleaning up spills with appropriate equipment.
Actively participates in and accomplishes Patient Satisfaction initiatives to meet department goals.
Performed other duties as assigned or required.
Completes project work as assigned which may include, but not limited wall washing, trash removal, biohazardous linens and sharps container removal. Assists with Hospital emergency clean up.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Assistant Manager
LIOR Malka Salon
09.2017 - 12.2017
Providing all services offered by or salon, which includes hair cutting and styling as well as hair removal and beauty treatments
Recruiting salon staff that meets mandatory educational and licensing requirements
Preparing work schedules for salon staff
Setting goals for each staff member, evaluating staff performance, and providing training and overall guidance
Monitoring salon supplies and equipment and ordering new stock as needed
Creating and distributing promotional material to attract new clients
Addressing and resolving client complaints regarding salon services and employee behavior
Processing clients’ payments and maintaining accurate financial records
Greeting clients with an friendly smile and walking them to an proper station
Keeping an salon front clean, professional looking and inviting
Answering phones, booking appointments for clients and calling clients to confirm appointments
Opening and closing the salon
Ensure a high level of client satisfaction
Executive Personal Assistant
ABBY HALITI CELEBRITY COLORS
01.2017 - 01.2018
Had the opportunity to travel with Abby and becoming her personal assistant in Middle East. Abby is a master of Balayage and having her as my mentor was something that I always wanted I have learned so much from her, she always said to me "it's how you say it Suzi, language is very important, follow a healthy approach, less is more"
My duties as her personal assistant:
Screened telephone calls and inquiries and directed as appropriate.
Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
Prepared payroll documents and maintained databases for financial offices.
Attended team meetings to support interests of office and executive leadership.
Salon Coordinator
ABBY HALITI CELEBRITY COLORS, AT ABBY HALITI SALON
01.2017 - 01.2018
Answering phones, booking appointments for clients and calling clients to confirm appointments
Performing transactions for clients services
Greeting clients with a friendly smile and walking them to the proper station
Keeping the salon front
clean, professional looking and inviting
Selling appropriate retail to customers leaving
Serving clients refreshment and beverages
Budgeting, finances, bookkeeping
Hiring, firing and interviewing employees
Training and orientation of the salon staff members
General overseeing of personnel duties and productivity
Opening and closing the salon
Ensure a high level of client satisfaction
Overseeing compliance of health and safety standards
Licensing and operations
Housekeeper
Schervier Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
09.2010 - 07.2016
Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures
Cleaning and sanitising toilets, countertops, and sinks
Maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen area
Washing windows
Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and rugs
Sweeping/vacuuming, polishing, and mopping hard floors
Using any cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, and other cleaning tools
Keeping bathrooms stocked with clean linens, toiletries, and other supplies
Cleaning mirrors and other glass surfaces
Emptying trash receptacles and disposing of waste
Monitoring cleaning supplies and ordering more as needed
Reporting any necessary repairs or replacements
Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
Dietary Worker Health
Schervier Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
11.2008 - 07.2010
Helped with meal prep for daily meals, following strict sanitation and food handling guidelines
Assisted patients with special needs to eat meals, providing kindness and patience.
Set tables before patients arrived to maintain meal plan productivity.
Cleaned and sanitized kitchen, dining and utility areas to promote healthy environment.
Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
Delivered snacks to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
Followed dietary procedures in accordance with established policies.
Stocked food and other supplies for main kitchen and units.
Treated patients and team members with dignity and respect.
Served food and beverage items to residents, meeting therapeutic diets.
Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.
Helped kitchen staff by preparing items such as salads and desserts in advance.
Assembled prepared food on trays for patients with regular and modified diets.
Delivered more than 70 trays per day with orderly and efficient approach.
Collaborated with registered dietitian and other members of healthcare team in providing medical nutrition therapy.
Checked and updated diet orders via computer database.
Served specific meals to patients with special dietary needs.
Education
High School Diploma - Cosmetology
LIBS/EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOL
01.2005
Skills
Product and Service Knowledge
Staff Training
Hiring and Training
Employee Coaching and Motivation
Team Leadership
Scheduling and Coordinating
Verbal and Written Communication
Performance Tracking and Evaluation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Goal Setting
Complex Problem Solving
Employee Development
Time Management
Staff Training and Development
Staff Development
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office
Customer Service
Operations Management
Strategic Planning
Data Analysis
Recruitment and hiring
Financial Management
Staff Management
Affiliations
Member, Small Business Association (2008 - present)
Certification
CPR Certification First Aid Certification
Accomplishments
Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
Responded to over 85 customer calls daily and solved 95% of their concerns.
Identified a problem and solved it
Come up with a new idea that improved things
Developed or implemented new procedures or systems
Worked on special projects
Received awards
Been complimented by your supervisor or co-workers
Increased revenue or sales for the company
Saved money for the company
Saved time for the company
Contributed to good customer service
Languages
English
Full Professional
Albanian
Full Professional
Serbian
Limited
Timeline
MGR, PATIENT SVCS I
Food and Nutrition Service
06.2022 - 12.2022
SR/Patient Service Assistant Director
Food and Nutrition Service
02.2022 - Current
Housekeeping Operations Manager
Westchester Medical Center, Crothall Service Group
11.2020 - 06.2022
Ultra Violet Tech
White Plains Hospital Wph
05.2019 - 12.2019
Housekeeper
White Plains Hospital Wph
04.2018 - 09.2019
Assistant Manager
LIOR Malka Salon
09.2017 - 12.2017
Executive Personal Assistant
ABBY HALITI CELEBRITY COLORS
01.2017 - 01.2018
Salon Coordinator
ABBY HALITI CELEBRITY COLORS, AT ABBY HALITI SALON
01.2017 - 01.2018
Housekeeper
Schervier Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
09.2010 - 07.2016
Dietary Worker Health
Schervier Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
11.2008 - 07.2010
High School Diploma - Cosmetology
LIBS/EMPIRE BEAUTY SCHOOL
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