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Lyndell Heyning

BRUNSWICK HEADS NSW 2483

Summary

Dynamic and Enthusiastic Practice Manager with a proven track record at Brunswick Heads Medical Centre, enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining operations. Skilled in staff development and regulatory compliance, I excel in fostering team collaboration and implementing continuous improvement strategies. My leadership has significantly improved practice management, embodying a results-oriented approach with a blend of hard and soft skills.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Practice Accreditation Surveyor

Australian Commission On Safety &Quality In Health
09.2023 - Current

Surveying Medical General Practices Australia Wide as to their compliance with RACGP Standards for General Practice.

Practice Manager

Brunswick Heads Medical Centre
01.2012 - Current
  • Addressed patient concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy and excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Managed daily practice operations to optimize appointment scheduling, patient records management and billing functions.
  • Facilitated communication between staff members, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients, ensuring a high level of care and satisfaction throughout their experience.
  • Developed close working relationships with all staff as team leader.
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management.
  • Supervised team of 12 office personnel
  • ovided supervision and management to team of support personnel.
  • Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge on industry standards and best practices.
  • Created and implemented organizational policies and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve patient access, satisfaction and care quality. Increased patient satisfaction by streamlining appointment scheduling and implementing efficient check-in processes.
  • Established policies and procedures relevant to RACGP standards and the medical Practice compliance and regulations.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to administration and general liability.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.

Lecturer in Education

Southern Cross Univeristy
01.1998 - 05.2012
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
  • Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
  • Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
  • Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
  • Evaluated course content to achieve student-centred learning.
  • Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
  • Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques and implemented differentiated instruction methods to accommodate diverse student learning styles.
  • Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments in subject.
  • Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs and created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
  • Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
  • Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.


Primary School Class Teacher

Department Of Education NSW
02.1982 - 12.2006
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement and wellbeing.
  • Utilized data-driven instructional practices to identify areas in need of improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly, resulting in increased student success rates across various subject areas.
  • Improved student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
  • Managed diverse classrooms effectively by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual student needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with colleagues, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Provided ongoing professional development opportunities by attending workshops, seminars, and conferences related to teaching best practices.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.Maintained positive and professional classroom environment throughout school year.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Developed positive rapport with students of various and diverse backgrounds.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Fostered positive and pleasant classroom culture while maintaining learning development goals.
  • Developed learning objectives for each subject area to quantify learning and set benchmarks.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
  • Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.

Education

General Practice Surveyor - Qualified & Approved Quality Practice Accreditation

Quality Practice Accreditation
Australian Commission On Safety &Quality In Health
2023

Dip Prof Practice Leadership & Management - Practice Management

University of New England
Armidale, NSW
2014

Ph.D. - Education

University of New England
Armidale, NSW
2012

Master of Education - Education

University of New England
Armidale
2005

Bachelor of Education - Education

University of New England
Armidale, NSW
1996

Bachelor of Music -

Southern Cross University
Lismore
1981

Diploma of Teaching - Teaching And Education

Northern Rivers College of Advanced Education
Lismore
1981

Skills

  • Schedule Management
  • Practice Management
  • Staff Management
  • Workflow Management
  • Policy Implementation
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Employee performance
  • Staff Development
  • Human Resources
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Training and mentoring

Timeline

Quality Practice Accreditation Surveyor

Australian Commission On Safety &Quality In Health
09.2023 - Current

Practice Manager

Brunswick Heads Medical Centre
01.2012 - Current

Lecturer in Education

Southern Cross Univeristy
01.1998 - 05.2012

Primary School Class Teacher

Department Of Education NSW
02.1982 - 12.2006

General Practice Surveyor - Qualified & Approved Quality Practice Accreditation

Quality Practice Accreditation

Dip Prof Practice Leadership & Management - Practice Management

University of New England

Ph.D. - Education

University of New England

Master of Education - Education

University of New England

Bachelor of Education - Education

University of New England

Bachelor of Music -

Southern Cross University

Diploma of Teaching - Teaching And Education

Northern Rivers College of Advanced Education
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