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Charlotte Deveney

Wakefield

Summary

Personable Front Desk Medical Receptionist skilled at facilitating patient appointments. Delivers top-notch service and support and works well under pressure. Expert in diffusing conflicts and solving patient or staff problems.

Efficient Senior Medical Receptionist known for high productivity and task completion. Skilled in patient scheduling, medical records management, and insurance verification. Thrive on communication, organization, and multitasking abilities to deliver exceptional support in fast-paced medical environments. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability to meet diverse patient needs and uphold clinic standards.

Seasoned Senior Medical Receptionist with background in managing front desk operations of busy healthcare facilities. Consistent record of providing exceptional patient service, coordinating appointments and documentation, and facilitating smooth office flow. Strengths include strong communication skills, high degree of organization, solid knowledge of medical terminologies, and ability to multitask effectively under pressure. Notable contribution to improving patient satisfaction through efficient handling of administrative tasks in previous roles.

Detail-oriented medical receptionist with several-year background performing basic clerical tasks to keep office running smoothly. Organized and meticulous individual with outstanding phone demeanor and etiquette paired with deep knowledge of medical terminology. Collaborative team player dedicated to helping patients and staff.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Sr Medical Receptionist

Hallmark Health/TuftsMedicine
Wakefield
07.2017 - 04.2026
  • Managed patient check-in and check-out processes efficiently.
  • Scheduled patient appointments using electronic health record systems.
  • Verified insurance information and collected co-payments from patients.
  • Assisted patients with inquiries about services and administrative processes.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient records and sensitive information.
  • Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients effectively.
  • Trained new reception staff on office procedures and software usage.
  • Handled incoming calls, directing them to appropriate departments promptly.
  • Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
  • Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details.
  • Retrieved faxes and uploaded documents to patient charts to assist clinical staff.
  • Photocopied insurance cards, documented details and verified patient coverage for upcoming procedures or appointments.
  • Greeted patients and visitors in a professional manner.
  • Gathered, transcribed, and typed medical information into charts.
  • Followed infection control procedures to protect patients and staff in waiting area.
  • Assisted with the coordination of patient care by communicating with other departments as necessary.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date filing systems for medical records and documents.

Collections Manager

New England Teamster Federal Credit Union
Arlington
05.2003 - 02.2017
  • Managed collections processes for delinquent accounts at New England Teamster Federal Credit Union.
  • Developed strategies to improve recovery rates on outstanding debts and loans.
  • Member only10,000 customers. Staff of 13 employees. Performed monthly board packages on excel. Performed as teller when needed. Performed in Loan department checking credit reports and underwriting auto and home loans. Performed tasks with creating debit cards and auditing negative checking accounts.
  • Collaborated with legal counsel on escalated account collection issues and procedures.

Sales Manager

James I Deveney Monument Company
Medford
06.1992 - 05.2003
  • Owner, Operator Family Business.
  • Managed inventory levels and ensured product availability for customer orders.
  • Coordinated sales strategies to promote monument products and services effectively.
  • Handled all operations of small business.
  • Met with families designing tombstones.
  • Met with manufacturers of granite.
  • Handled all financials and purchases.
  • Implemented promotional campaigns to enhance brand visibility and attract customers.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly to maintain strong relationships.
  • Developed pricing strategies that would maximize profits while still remaining competitive in the market.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
  • Directed and coordinated products, services and sales activities.
  • Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.

Owner/Operator

The Big. Dipper Donut Shop
Medford
08.1981 - 06.1992
  • Managed daily operations of a busy donut shop.
  • Supervised staff to ensure quality customer service.
  • Created and maintained inventory of baking supplies.
  • Handled cash register transactions and end-of-day reports.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization of the shop environment.
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
  • Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
  • Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members to ensure efficiency and productivity goals were met.
  • Evaluated employee performance metrics against established benchmarks in order to determine areas of improvement.
  • Resolved conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout the facility.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.

Owner of 3 family organized Donut enterprises in Medford, MA, Somerville, Ma and Cambridge, MA created by my father. Shops were open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

All products were baked and prepared on premises of each individual store

Secretary to the General Manager

Department Of Youth Services
Boston
01.1981 - 06.1981
  • Managed daily communications for the General Manager's office.
  • Coordinated scheduling and logistics for meetings and events.
  • Maintained filing systems for confidential departmental documents.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner and provided assistance as needed.
  • Maintained confidential information regarding organizational activities or personnel matters concerning the office of the General Manager.

Salesperson

Filenes Department Store
Newton
09.1978 - 05.1980

Education

Business

Salem State University
Salem, MA
09.1980 - 05.1981

Associates Degree

Mount Ida College
Newton, Massachusetts
09.1978 - 06.1980

Skills

  • Patient scheduling
  • Electronic health records
  • Insurance verification
  • Patient Registration
  • Patient Greeting
  • Insurance Referrals
  • PCP office for 2 years
  • Infectious Disease Department for 2 years
  • Cardiology Department for 1 year
  • General surgery Department for 3 years
  • My goal was to greet patients, register patient,
  • Direct to waiting area with strong customer service skills, making patient feel comfortable with their appointment and provider they were seeing

Languages

English
Full Professional

Accomplishments

  • Wrote article on What it Means To Have A Heart published in Tufts Medicine Monthly Magazine and awarded to read in monthly business meeting on zoom to President and all managers in 2023z

Affiliations

  • Parenting and skilled with mental illness.
  • Swimming is my passion.
  • Being kind and helping patients navigate the health system since COVID and maintaining numerous patient confidence.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr Medical Receptionist

Hallmark Health/TuftsMedicine
07.2017 - 04.2026

Collections Manager

New England Teamster Federal Credit Union
05.2003 - 02.2017

Sales Manager

James I Deveney Monument Company
06.1992 - 05.2003

Owner/Operator

The Big. Dipper Donut Shop
08.1981 - 06.1992

Secretary to the General Manager

Department Of Youth Services
01.1981 - 06.1981

Business

Salem State University
09.1980 - 05.1981

Salesperson

Filenes Department Store
09.1978 - 05.1980

Associates Degree

Mount Ida College
09.1978 - 06.1980
Charlotte Deveney