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Tamirah Hedgepeth

Elizabeth

Summary

Education professional with a focus on supporting teachers and students to achieve academic success. Known for maintaining high standards and ensuring a collaborative and adaptable working environment. Proven ability to manage classroom activities and support lesson delivery, with strong commitment to teamwork and results.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Assistant

ESS Northeast LLC
02.2023 - Current

Provide classroom support with a focus on students exhibiting behavioral challenges. Assist in implementing academic activities, behavior management strategies, and daily routines while collaborating with teachers to maintain a structured learning environment.

Customer Service Representative

Allied Beverage Group
09.2019 - 09.2022

Responded to a high volume of incoming calls, emails, and other communications to ensure complete customer satisfaction. Supported a salesforce of 400+ representatives and a sales management team serving a customer base of over 7,000. Resolved invoice discrepancies, issued credits, and ensured accurate pricing and incentive payments. Delivered accurate product and service information while efficiently addressing customer concerns and fulfilling their needs with speed and precision.

Customer Care Associate

ConnectiveRx
09.2017 - 05.2019

Handled an average of 80+ daily calls, emails, and faxes in a high-volume call center, consistently delivering exceptional customer service. Utilized strong communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues, answer inquiries, and support customers with copay card programs and account concerns. Maintained accurate records using CAPS for case management and identified service trends through account evaluations. Collaborated with team members and leadership to manage high-level concerns, improve customer satisfaction, and ensure timely resolutions. Proactively engaged in training and development to support ongoing performance improvement.

Patient Care Coordinator/CSR

AHS Investment Corp
05.2016 - 09.2017

Efficiently managed high volumes of inbound and outbound customer calls in a fast-paced, challenging call center environment. Handled customer complaints and negative feedback with empathy, professionalism, and patience. De-escalated difficult situations calmly and effectively. Processed electronic requests for new Durable Medical Equipment (DME) orders, ensuring accuracy and timely follow-up.

Customer Service Technician/Team Technician

PharmScript
09.2014 - 05.2016

Managed a high volume of inbound and outbound calls in a fast-paced, challenging call center environment. Resolved customer product complaints with empathy and professionalism, while defusing volatile situations calmly. Accurately gathered and verified customer information for tracking purposes, ensuring efficient and effective service.

Certified Pharmacy Technician/CSR

Partner's Pharmacy
02.2014 - 09.2014

Managed a high volume of inbound and outbound calls in a fast-paced call center environment, resolving customer service, pricing, and technical issues through clear and specific questioning. Addressed and resolved product complaints with empathy, professionalism, and calmness, while defusing volatile situations. Documented, researched, and resolved customer issues efficiently, and referred unresolved grievances to the appropriate departments for further investigation.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens Pharmacy
08.2012 - 12.2013

Processed an average of 100 prescriptions daily, resolving insurance rejections and billing issues efficiently. Assisted pharmacy staff with inventory management, purchasing, and receiving, while ensuring shelves were stocked, rotated, and free of expired medications. Operated the cash register, handling cash, checks, and charge transactions with accuracy.

Youth Counselor

City Of Elizabeth NJ - City Hall
10.2008 - 08.2010

Led classroom activities, including tutoring and homework support, while managing student records and daily attendance. Supervised students in classrooms, halls, and the gym, enforcing rules and ensuring a safe, productive environment. Distributed classroom materials and maintained a clean, sanitized space for student health and classroom efficiency. Led small group sessions to support student learning objectives and reinforce classroom instruction.

Receptionist Administrative Assistant

Thermo Graphics
09.2000 - 10.2008

Provided top-notch administrative support to office staff, ensuring smooth operations and minimal interruptions. Managed incoming calls, visitors, and mail, directing them to the appropriate staff. Handled office inventory, restocking supplies and placing orders to maintain stock levels. Addressed customer inquiries, resolved issues, and escalated when necessary. Assisted with various office tasks, including phone calls, filing, photocopying, and faxing.

Education

High School Diploma -

Linden High School
Linden, NJ
2000

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Union County College
Cranford, NJ
05-2026

Skills

  • Complaint Resolution
  • Computer Proficient
  • Organized
  • Team Player
  • Customer Service
  • Good Listening Skills
  • Quick Learner
  • Administrative Support
  • Verbal and Written Communications
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Child Supervision
  • Safety and Compliance
  • Group Supervision
  • Positive attitude
  • Effective communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Computer skills

Timeline

Personal Assistant

ESS Northeast LLC
02.2023 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Allied Beverage Group
09.2019 - 09.2022

Customer Care Associate

ConnectiveRx
09.2017 - 05.2019

Patient Care Coordinator/CSR

AHS Investment Corp
05.2016 - 09.2017

Customer Service Technician/Team Technician

PharmScript
09.2014 - 05.2016

Certified Pharmacy Technician/CSR

Partner's Pharmacy
02.2014 - 09.2014

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens Pharmacy
08.2012 - 12.2013

Youth Counselor

City Of Elizabeth NJ - City Hall
10.2008 - 08.2010

Receptionist Administrative Assistant

Thermo Graphics
09.2000 - 10.2008

High School Diploma -

Linden High School

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Union County College