Hardworking, organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Eager to contribute to team goals with attention to detail and taking on added responsibilities as necessary. Motivated to learn and grow in new opportunities.
Skills
Documentation Management
Planning and Coordination
Multitasking Abilities
Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Supply ordering
HIPAA guideline compliance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Data tracking/database usage
Business correspondence
Organization
Multi-line phone systems
Positive reinforcement
Creative Questioning
Records management
Work History
11/2002 to Current
Histology TechnicianSonic Healthcare Usa – Poplar Bluff, MO,
Completed complex histological procedures in a fast paced, busy histology laboratory serving twelve pathologists.
Embedded, cut, and stained samples from hospital and clinic patients, system-wide and from outside sources, for analysis.
Carried out specific tests and preparation requirements based on orders.
Reviewed slides for quality control prior to sending to pathologists.
Prepared solutions, stains, and reagents in accordance with standards.
Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment and reagents.
Stayed current on changing procedures to offer support for histology laboratory activities.
Worked with multiple IHC and special staining platforms.
Identified errors to trace root causes and implement corrective actions.
Documented routine laboratory instrument maintenance and corrective actions.
Performed required upkeep and proper operating procedures for sophisticated equipment.
Compiled and maintained preventive maintenance and instrument performance check records according to schedule and regulations.
Grossed and dictated small tissue samples.
Created and implemented laboratory policies and procedures.
Maintained laboratory manuals to standardize procedures.
Worked proficiently in multiple LIS systems.
Performed technical procedures for Mohs surgery.
Worked with lab leadership regarding purchase of new equipment.
07/2000 to 08/2002
General SecretaryHasbro, Inc. – Gaithersburg, MD,
Greeted incoming visitors and customers and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
Scheduled appointments and conducted calls to clients.
Answered multi-line phone system.
Maintained office supplies inventory.
Responded to emails and other correspondence.
Organized postage and mail correspondence for staff and management, maintaining postage meter and coordinating with delivery and courier services.
Recorded daily financial transactions using Quickbooks and handled payments of accounts.
Transcribed internal and external correspondence for senior management and reviewed documentation to eliminate errors.
Assembled materials for client presentations.
Maintained accurate office files and spreadsheets.
Entered data into Outlook and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
06/1999 to 06/2000
Claims AnalystCatholic Charities, Archdiocese Of Hartford – Meriden, CT,
Maintained strict confidentiality of all personal data as per company guidelines.
Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records.
Reviewed and analyzed suspicious and potentially fraudulent insurance claims.
Reviewed new files to determine current status of injury claim and to develop plan of action.
Conducted day-to-day administrative tasks to maintain information files and process paperwork.
Examined claims forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
Delivered customer service to policyholders by communicating important information and listening to issues.
Researched claims and incident information to deliver solutions and resolve problems.
Maintained contact with claimants and attorneys to determine treatment status.
Maintained claims data.
Handled calls from customers and their representatives about claims processes.
Clarified coverage of losses to policyholders.
09/1996 to 06/1999
TeacherWoodpark Montessori – City, STATE,
Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
Communicated frequently with parents and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to achieve student-centered learning.
Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses.
Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
Completed daily reports, meal count sheets and attendance logs.
Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
Education
Expected in 10/2002
Associate of Applied Science: Histology Argosy University - Bloomington, MN, GPA:
Expected in
Bachelor of Science: Early Childhood Education University of Wisconsin - Stout - Menomonie, WI GPA:
Expected in 06/1990
High School Diploma: Burnsville High School - Burnsville, MN GPA:
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