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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
Australia
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
Brunswick Heads, NSW
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
Lismore. Coffs Harbour And Gold Coast Campuses
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
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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