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Reina Lightowler

Mooroolbark,Victoria

Summary

Dedicated to offering exceptional assistance to team members and clients. I am positive and upbeat with strong relationship-building abilities.

I believe i am hardworking and a focused employee offering excellent communication, planning and prioritization skills, demonstrated through years of experience in a wide variety of settings, through both my healthcare background and office setting. I believe i am skilled at business correspondence, managing email and updating doctors with patient communications.

I am dedicated and a dependable relationship-builder, with strong personality traits of respect and empathy allowing me to have strong client rapports.

I believe in aligning organizational needs, goals and visions, while keeping a client/ patient centric approach to my work.

I wish to use and further develop the skills and experience I have gained to obtain a meaningful position that allows for career advancement and further development of skills. Looking to bring my strong relationship-building abilities, upbeat, friendly and energetic personality to your company.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier and Team Leader

The Reject Shop

Receptionist and Secretary

Bond Specialists Care
10.2022 - Current
  • Secretary to four doctors, managing their daily case load and follow up requests
  • Ability to plan and schedule appointments for pre-op, new patient and reviews as well as organizing follow up with relevant parties
  • Communicate to imaging, pathology and other external companies regarding mutual patients.
  • Billing and Medicare transactions
  • Typing, proof reading and reformatting doctors dictations into correspondence letters.
  • Organize and liaise meetings with reps
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills around medical requirements with a friendly and warming attitude
  • Maintaining electrical medical records through the use of, outlook, Microsoft word, excel and Genie.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Improved appointment scheduling system, reducing wait times and increasing client satisfaction.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
  • Contributed to team success by cross-training in various administrative roles, providing backup support when necessary.
  • Increased customer retention rates through exceptional communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
  • Collaborated with management to improve internal processes and procedures for better workflow optimization.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with clients through professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone, or postal mail.

Personal Care Assistant - Dementia Unit

Donwood Community Aged care
07.2020 - Current
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
  • Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
  • Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormal findings to medical professionals for further evaluation.
  • Prevented injuries through diligent observation of the environment and prompt intervention when needed during mobility assistance tasks.
  • Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Disability Support Worker- Home Care (SPINAL CORD INJURY CLIENT)

AQA
01.2018 - Current

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  • Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions, eg Assisting to maintain remaining movement.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals and assist in organizing clients daily routines
  • Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
  • Maintain dignity and prioritize optimal routine when performing Bowel and Catheter care. Use of Equipment including, enemas, aperients, condom catheters, digital stimulation and evacuation.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • High level of knowledge in transfers and mobility with the use of ceiling hoists, mobility chairs and other forms of mobility equipment.
  • Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
  • Recognized and reported health abnormalities
  • Ability to adapt quickly and work independently.

Sole Trader - in Home Care

Sole Trader
01.2018 - 01.2020

Multiple clients, two Serbian dementia clients.

Camp Counsellor - Disability Support Worker

MELWOOD RECREATION CENTRE
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Good communication, decision making and problem solving
  • Behavior Management, ability to demonstrate critical thinking
  • Provide a person-centered care approach especially with Dementia residents to ensure the resident is getting the most support
  • Provide understanding and patience with all residents.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
  • Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Boosted client motivation by setting achievable goals and celebrating milestones in their personal development journey.
  • Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises.

Education

Melba Secondary College

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Administrative Support
  • Telephone skills
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Time Management
  • Customer/Client relations
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Care plan implementation
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Behavior Management
  • Client Confidentiality

References

References can be supplied upon request.

Timeline

Receptionist and Secretary

Bond Specialists Care
10.2022 - Current

Personal Care Assistant - Dementia Unit

Donwood Community Aged care
07.2020 - Current

Camp Counsellor - Disability Support Worker

MELWOOD RECREATION CENTRE
06.2019 - 09.2019

Disability Support Worker- Home Care (SPINAL CORD INJURY CLIENT)

AQA
01.2018 - Current

Sole Trader - in Home Care

Sole Trader
01.2018 - 01.2020

Cashier and Team Leader

The Reject Shop

Melba Secondary College
Reina Lightowler