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Melinda Alvarez

Aurora,

Summary

Experienced Office Management and Administration Professional with 10 years of experience optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organizational, technical and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

PSR

Advocate Medical Group
02.2024 - Current

Customer service greeting patients ,collecting demographics copay and updated information , Making sure the pt is called back to there room in timely fashion, Updating any changes in patient medical log , medication or history

Office Supervisor

Central Dupage Physical Medicine
12.2019 - Current
  • Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
  • Delivered expert clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.
  • Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.
  • Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Maintained accurate, current and compliant financial records by monitoring and addressing variances.
  • Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.

Customer Service Representative

Aldi Corporation Inc
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special orders.
  • Regularly exceeded daily sales and product add-on quotas.
  • Assisted customers with setting appointments, shipping and special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up at other locations.
  • Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat customers and improved sales.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers in fast-paced environment.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Preserved revenue streams by utilizing strong communication and negotiation skills, offering refunds as last resort to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Used company troubleshooting resolution tree to evaluate technical problems while leveraging personal expertise to find appropriate solutions.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Patterson Medical Holdings Inc.
11.2017 - 09.2019
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
  • Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Used advanced software skills to produce high-quality documents, reports and presentations.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
  • Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
  • Managed invoicing and payment processing operations.
  • Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases.
  • Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances.
  • Trained and mentored new team members and managers on accounts payable systems and policies to build cohesive groups and promote operational performance.
  • Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.

Customer Service Representative

LTD Company Inc.
02.2016 - 05.2016
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Educated customers on promotions to enhance sales.
  • Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special orders.
  • Assisted customers with setting appointments, shipping and special order requests, and arranging merchandise pick-up at other locations.
  • Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat customers and improved sales.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers in fast-paced environment.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services and company information.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices and upcoming company changes.

Medical Receptionist

Dr.Steven V. Lekah
11.2015 - 01.2016
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Kept waiting room neat and organized at all times by stacking magazines, removing trash and overseeing Task.
  • Used computerized data management systems to organize immense datasets and coordinate care details for large patient bases.
  • Fielded concerns surrounding patients and care, liaising between physician, patient and insurance company.
  • Scheduled appointments for doctor visits and procedures using desktop calendar software.
  • Scheduled, rescheduled and handled cancelled appointments for patients.
  • Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
  • Adeptly managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted all patients.
  • Promptly answered multi-line phone system and greeted callers enthusiastically.
  • Checked patient data including insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Completed clerical duties and tasks for clinic administration.
  • Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by handling Number+ callers per day.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines at all times to protect patient privacy.

Filing Clerk

Barbell Central
02.2015 - 11.2015
  • Tracked incoming and outgoing files and materials and maintained accurate records for potential discrepancies.
  • Followed up with staff and customers by phone and email regarding missing or needed information and compiled retrieved information into files.
  • Prepared new files and assigned tracking identification numbers, which resulted in better retrieval efficiency.
  • Maintained physical and computer-based filing systems.
  • Examined, categorized and sorted incoming documents.
  • Responded to internal and external requests for information.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.

Bilingual Receptionist

Allied Medical/Dr.Alexander Delgadillo
05.2009 - 12.2014
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Welcomed all customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Answered high-volume, multi-line telephone, directing callers to appropriate company personnel.
  • Aggregated and prepared documentation and reports for office meetings, distribution and filing.
  • Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and various other callers seeking information.
  • Answered incoming calls on high-volume, multi-line phone switchboard and pleasantly transferred callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Routed incoming mail and messages to relevant personnel without delay.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.
  • Collected, sorted, distributed and sent mail and packages.
  • Assisted in administrative duties for office team, including making phone calls, copies and schedules.
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to establish scope and requirements of translation, following up after submission of work to confirm satisfaction and understanding.

Education

Billing And Coding -

Everest College - Chicago
Chicago, IL
5 2008

Skills

  • Invoicing and Billing
  • Organization and planning
  • Documentation and control
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Scheduling
  • Staff Supervision
  • Credit and collections
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Bookkeeping

Affiliations

I work close with families of the community to help with my starving children

I volunteer with shelters and local veterinarians

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

PSR

Advocate Medical Group
02.2024 - Current

Office Supervisor

Central Dupage Physical Medicine
12.2019 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Aldi Corporation Inc
01.2019 - 10.2019

Accounts Payable Specialist

Patterson Medical Holdings Inc.
11.2017 - 09.2019

Customer Service Representative

LTD Company Inc.
02.2016 - 05.2016

Medical Receptionist

Dr.Steven V. Lekah
11.2015 - 01.2016

Filing Clerk

Barbell Central
02.2015 - 11.2015

Bilingual Receptionist

Allied Medical/Dr.Alexander Delgadillo
05.2009 - 12.2014

Billing And Coding -

Everest College - Chicago
Melinda Alvarez