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THERESA PETERSON

Lancaster,CA

Summary

Professional with strong focus on contract management and negotiation. Skilled in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and vendor relations. Effective collaborator known for delivering results and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, communication, and analytical thinking.

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Contract Specialist

SEIU-UHW
09.2021 - Current
  • Ensured timely fulfillment of contractual requirements by closely monitoring progress and addressing potential issues proactively.
  • Reviewed subcontractor agreements to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, minimizing risk exposure.
  • Reduced risk exposure through diligent monitoring and enforcement of contractual obligations.
  • Managed full procurement cycle by planning, reviewing, soliciting, awarding, administering and closing out contract to achieve seamless transition at all levels of procurement.
  • Reviewed contract plans and project specifics for thorough understanding.
  • Maintained digital and paper and contractual files, ensuring compliance with regulatory mandates and company policies.
  • Implemented robust tracking systems to monitor ongoing contract performance, enabling proactive identification of potential issues.
  • Strengthened internal controls by developing and implementing contract management policies, procedures, and templates.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive contract strategies that met business objectives.
  • Increased operational efficiency through regular audits of existing contracts, identifying opportunities for renegotiation or termination when necessary.

Ward Clerk Transcriber

Kaiser West Los Angeles
05.2000 - Current
  • 21 years of clerical work experience in a healthcare setting, Health Connect, mainframe, patient appointments, transfer to SNF or outside hospital, preparing charts, outside lab tests
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing to a well-organized and functional ward environment.
  • Documented latest information in computer system and printed paperwork.
  • Stored and retrieved permanent records on daily basis.
  • Contributed to a positive ward atmosphere through friendly interactions with patients, families, and staff members.
  • Trained new Ward Clerks on best practices for administrative duties, contributing to a knowledgeable workforce that maintained high standards of service quality.

EKG Tech1

Kaiser West Los Angeles
06.2013 - 02.2015
  • Assist w/cardiology procedures, EKG monitoring/scanning, exercise stress testing and pacemaker monitoring
  • (crosstrained)
  • Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately performing EKG testing and analyzing results.
  • Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
  • Facilitated seamless transfer of data between departments by uploading completed EKG reports into electronic medical records systems accurately.
  • Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
  • Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
  • Assisted in the identification of abnormal heart conditions by recognizing irregularities in patient''s heart rhythms during EKG readings.
  • Provided instruction on Holter monitor and connected patient to analyzer.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kaiser West Los Angeles
04.1996 - 05.2000
  • CNA
  • Certified Nursing Assistant patient vitals, ADL, charting intake, and output and assisting RN’s

Head Cashier Supervisor

Woolworths
01.1991 - 05.1996
  • Trained and coached cashier team members on checkout procedures and strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured a clean and organized work environment by enforcing strict policies on cleanliness and orderliness at the registers.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for cashiers, providing constructive feedback to help them grow professionally.
  • Improved communication between cashiers and other store departments to provide seamless customer experiences.

Education

Certificate - EKG

Technical College
Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Phoenix
La Palma, CA

High School diploma - undefined

High School

Skills

  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow-up regarding issues and concerns in a timely manner Comply with confidentiality and privacy functions related to healthcare HIPPA, OSHA, NLRA, FMLA and LMP
  • Team oversight
  • Project management
  • Dispute resolution
  • Staff training

LEADERSHIP

Mentoring members and steward. UBT co-lead, LMP Correction Action trainer and UBT Sponsor.

Timeline

Contract Specialist

SEIU-UHW
09.2021 - Current

EKG Tech1

Kaiser West Los Angeles
06.2013 - 02.2015

Ward Clerk Transcriber

Kaiser West Los Angeles
05.2000 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Kaiser West Los Angeles
04.1996 - 05.2000

Head Cashier Supervisor

Woolworths
01.1991 - 05.1996

Certificate - EKG

Technical College

High School diploma - undefined

High School

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

University of Phoenix

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