Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Corporate Event Planning
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Cassandra Benecke

CLAYFIELD,QLD

Summary

Motivated professional seeking the Hospital Medical Liaison Manager role at Sullivan Nicolaides. Excited to bring diverse health sector experience, exceptional leadership skills, and a track record of success in administration/management to contribute to the organisation's growth and success.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Practice Manager

Life Fertility Clinic
BOWEN HILLS , QLD
2007.10 - Current

Professional Achievements:

Operational Coordination:

  • Coordinate work activities and procedures between inter-departments.
  • Resolve escalated customer service issues promptly, maintaining professionalism.

Strategic Collaboration:

  • Consult with clinicians to develop business strategy.
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers across disciplines to ensure quality patient care.

Strategic Planning and Analysis:

  • Participate in strategic planning initiatives for practice growth.
  • Analyse data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Assist in creating reports tracking key performance indicators.

Audit and Compliance:

  • Support audits by providing requested documents and answering auditor questions.
  • Ensure compliance with state laws governing healthcare practices.

Team Leadership and Administration:

  • Provide leadership and guidance to the administration team.
  • Oversee the ordering of supplies, inventory management, and financial records.
  • Coordinate staff recruitment, training, and scheduling activities.

Practice Operations Management:

  • Oversee day-to-day practice operations, including billing, coding, and insurance verification.
  • Create and implement policies for effective practice management.
  • Build work schedules and staff assignments, motivating staff with constructive feedback.

Interdepartmental Collaboration:

  • Cultivate close working relationships with various teams.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary staff to improve patient care and response times.

Record Management and Systems Enhancement:

  • Create and maintain Electronic Record Management (EMR) systems.
  • Implement policies related to patient care delivery and mentor new team members.

Facilities Management and Customer Service:

  • Develop policies and procedures for new facilities within Life Fertility Clinic.
  • Assist with customer requests/feedback, recognised for exceptional customer service.

Communication and Efficiency:

  • Maintain open communication with team members and stakeholders.
  • Successfully modify existing software systems for enhanced performance.

Dispense Technician/Pharmacy Assistant

Amcal Pharmacy, Westfield Mt Gravatt Shopping Centre
Mt Gravatt , QLD
2004.02 - 2007.09

Pharmacy Responsibilities:

  • Greeted customers, answered phones, and responded to queries.
  • Operated cash registers, accepted payments, and submitted replenishment orders.
  • Provided guidance on over-the-counter medications and supplements.
  • Restocked shelves, ensured proper storage, and handled expired drug returns.
  • Processed new prescriptions accurately and efficiently, seeking Pharmacists authority before supplying to customers.
  • Checked medications for content, accuracy, and packaging completeness.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals for safe dispensing practices.
  • Prepacked bulk medicines, filled bottles, and affixed labels.
  • Delivered products on time, recognised for exceptional service.
  • Maintained records of medication orders and dispensing activities.
  • Maintained a clean work environment, following safety protocols.
  • Followed Management directions, promoting high customer satisfaction.
  • Prioritised and organised tasks to achieve service goals.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, handled difficult calls effectively.
  • Performed clerical tasks, counting and balancing cashier drawers.
  • Assisted pharmacist in daily and administrative tasks and in opening and closing.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Pharmacy Assistant

Monto Pharmacy
Monto , QL
2001.09 - 2004.01
  • Greeted customers upon arrival into the pharmacy.
  • Processed payments from customers using cash registers and debit and credit card terminals.
  • Reviewed order information against computer database.
  • Provided advice on health issues including diet, exercise, smoking cessation.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions, locating items or referring to pharmacist for medication information.
  • Increased sales and customer satisfaction by helping store customers with pharmacy services, general store questions and in locating products.
  • Restocked shelves and prepared expired drugs for return.
  • Prepared medication labels with item name and quantity for Pharmacist only over-the-counter medications, answering any customer questions within the scope of my knowledge.
  • Checked incoming shipments against purchase orders to verify quantity, quality and price accuracy.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries and provided information about order status, store hours and pharmacy procedures.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous chemicals, such as cleaning film processing chemicals.
  • Formed new skills - ear piercing and film processing.

Bar Attendant/Waitress

Monto Colonial Motor Inn
Monto , QLD
2001.01 - 2002.01
  • Delivered high-quality beverages in fast-paced, customer-centered setting.
  • Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly work area, including stocking glasses and utensils as needed.
  • Stocked shelves with liquor, beer, wine, mixers, ice, napkins, straws, glassware as needed.
  • Filled trays with food, utensils, napkins and condiments to provide diners with meals and accessories.
  • Asked customers about meals to assess satisfaction and collect vital feedback.
  • Checked identification of customers to verify age requirements for the purchase of alcohol.
  • Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
  • Managed closing duties such as restocking items at end of shift.
  • Complied with local and state liquor and food handling laws and regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
  • Built excellent relationships with guests to achieve repeat business.
  • Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
  • Resolved guest complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction.

Retail Assistant

Heilbronn's Electrical Store, Monto
Monto , QLD
1994.12 - 2002.01
  • Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
  • Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of all products available in the store.
  • Maintained stock levels by replenishing shelves, tidying displays and organizing merchandise.
  • Resolved customer complaints to boost service and satisfaction and escalated higher level issues to supervisor for an immediate solution.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Maintained records related to sales for store management.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Watched for and recognised security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Ensured cleanliness of the retail area including dusting surfaces, vacuuming floors and cleaning windows.
  • Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
  • Answered phones promptly and directed calls appropriately.
  • Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organised arrangements to promote items.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Teacher Assistant

Monto St Therese's Catholic Primary School
Monto , QLD
2001.01 - 2001.12
  • Organised classroom materials, including books, supplies, and equipment.
  • Provided individual assistance to students as needed.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter content through questioning techniques.
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
  • Assisted in the supervision of students during recess, lunch, and other activities.
  • Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
  • Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group assistance.
  • Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
  • Maintained a safe environment conducive to learning at all times.
  • Maintained organied and clean classroom and play areas.
  • Monitored student behavior during class time and assisted with discipline issues when necessary.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional assistance within my role as teachers assistant.

Education

High School Diploma -

Monto High School
Monto, QLD
1994-12

Skills

Skills:

  • Administration and Practice Management
  • Payroll Management
  • Quality Assurance and Compliance/ Policy and Procedure development
  • Customer Service
  • Clinic Liaison with outside providers (pathology/medical providers/radiology/Medicare/Private Health Funds)
  • Team Leadership and Collaboration
  • Financial Management and Bookkeeping
  • Workflow Management
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Walking /Yoga
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Reading
  • Day trips (beach/creeks/lakes/hinterlands)

Certification

  • Dispense Technician

Corporate Event Planning

  • Coordinated and executed a variety of work events, including GP dinners, corporate functions, and annual Christmas parties.
  • Managed all aspects of event planning, from conceptualisation to execution, ensuring seamless and successful events.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet organisational goals and create memorable experiences for attendees.
  • Oversaw logistics, budgeting, and vendor relationships to ensure the smooth execution of events.

Accomplishments

  • Progressed through various roles, starting as a Retail Assistant, then advancing to Dispense Technician, Secretary, Administration Manager, and ultimately achieving the position of Practice Manager.
  • Demonstrated exceptional dedication and skill growth, adapting to evolving responsibilities and acquiring diverse expertise in healthcare administration.
  • Led teams in various capacities, from overseeing daily operations as an Admin Manager to now serving as the Practice Manager, contributing significantly to the organisation's success.
  • Implemented effective strategies for improving efficiency, streamlining processes, and enhancing overall practice management.
  • Collaborated with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and department heads to achieve common objectives and drive the organisation's growth and motivation of staff in providing exceptional patient care.

Timeline

Practice Manager

Life Fertility Clinic
2007.10 - Current

Dispense Technician/Pharmacy Assistant

Amcal Pharmacy, Westfield Mt Gravatt Shopping Centre
2004.02 - 2007.09

Pharmacy Assistant

Monto Pharmacy
2001.09 - 2004.01

Bar Attendant/Waitress

Monto Colonial Motor Inn
2001.01 - 2002.01

Teacher Assistant

Monto St Therese's Catholic Primary School
2001.01 - 2001.12

Retail Assistant

Heilbronn's Electrical Store, Monto
1994.12 - 2002.01

High School Diploma -

Monto High School
  • Dispense Technician
Cassandra Benecke