Allison Carroll

Allison Carroll

$15/hr
Academic & Manuscript Proofreader
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Hourly ($/hour)
Age:
34 years old
Location:
Castle Rock, Co, United States
Experience:
2 years
Allison Carroll Castle Rock, CO 80104 C: -- OBJECTIVE I would like to obtain a position in the billing field, preferably in a medical setting, that allows me to utilize the skills I have obtained through my degree, certifications, and work experience. I am goal-oriented with a proven track record of outstanding customer service, and I have the ability to work independently while completing projects in a timely manner. Higher education has given me the focus and determination to better myself in a career where I can continue to challenge, achieve, and surpass my goals. HIGHLIGHTS ● ● ● ● ● Knowledge in pertinent software, such as Microsoft and Google products, with a working knowledge of Quickbooks Ability to problem solve and prioritize Detail oriented and self motivated Excellent communication and research skills Maintain a positive, constructive attitude while working with others or individually EDUCATION Proofread Anywhere ​- online courses MARCH 2019 - JULY 2019 CERTIFIED PROOFREADER General proofreading courses consisted English spelling, punctuation, grammar, and formatting. MEDCERTS ​- online courses DECEMBER 2015 - JUNE 2016 CERTIFIED MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT & CERTIFIED BILLER AND CODER SPECIALIST PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE, TUCSON, AZ ​- ASSOCIATES OF LIBERAL ARTS DEGREE AUGUST 2012 - MAY 2014 Courses consisted of history, biology, Spanish, college algebra classes, English writing and composition, sociology, psychology. CERTIFICATIONS National Healthcareer Association ​- Certification CERTIFIED BILLING AND CODING SPECIALIST JANUARY 2017 - 2021 National Healthcareer Association​ - Certification CERTIFIED MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT SEPTEMBER- EXPERIENCE Distributed Proofreaders​ ​- P ​ roofreader MAY 2019 - PRESENT ● ● Volunteer at Distributed Proofreaders as a proofreader finding typographical errors for Project Gutenberg using OCR software. During my time as a volunteer I have contributed to the following books becoming digitized to be read in ebook form: ○ Rondah​ by ​Florence Carpenter Dieudonné ○ The Red Cross Girls in the British Trenches ​by Margaret Vandercook ○ The Last Days of the Romanovs​ by​ George Gustav Telberg & Robert Wilton ○ George Washington (Life Stories for Young People)​ by S ​ chmidt, Ferdinand, and Translated by George P. Upton ○ The History of Civilization in Scotland Vol. 4 of 4​ by John Mackintosh IHG Military Hotels, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA​ - Front Desk Agent 40 HOURS MAY 2015- JUNE 2016 ● ● ● ● In this job I have learned the value of being flexible and working as a team to get the job done in an efficient manner. As a front desk agent I routinely worked in a fast-paced environment where I problem solved while maintaining a positive attitude. This resulted in repeat customers that felt satisfied and appreciated. My proactive actions directly correlated to maintaining a seamless flow of guests checking-in or out because I had addressed all issues before the busiest time of the day. Additionally, I routinely found credit card declines and reconciled the accounts to ensure that the hotel was compensated. ● Ongoing communication, organization, and problem solving skills are equally important when dealing with upper management, housekeeping, and military personnel. This reduced the amount of mistakes in accommodation requests, non-payments, and unresolved maintenance issues. OMPT Specialist Inc., Southfield, MI ​-​ Physical Therapy Technician 36 HOURS SEPTEMBER 2014- FEBRUARY 2015 ● ● ● C​heck-in/check-out, scheduling, insurance verification, and answering phones, ​verify patients completed all medical paperwork. After reviewing the patient’s chart, administer modalities given by the therapist to the patients, such as ultrasound, moist heat, cold packs or electro stimulation. As a technician, I actively contributed to the office staying clean and organized. As well as ensuring the patients felt better when they left than when they came in. The Oasis at Wild Horse Ranch, Tucson, AZ​- Banquet Server 16 HOURS NOVEMBER 2013- JUNE 2014 ● ● Setup through breakdown of wedding ceremonies, receptions, company events and other large venues. The setup and breakdown consists of food preparation and fine dining setup. Greeting guest and fulfilling special requests of the bridal party, cocktail serving, serving all dinner courses to guest, and breakdown of dining area. Big 5 Sporting Goods, Oro Valley, AZ​ - Cashier 24 HOURS SEPTEMBER 2012 - JUNE 2014 ● ● ● As a cashier I ensured all customers were attended to and pointed in the appropriate direction for their needs. As a result, they came back as repeat, satisfied customers. Tasks included: ○ Answer phones and direct calls to appropriate departments. ○ Fill out fish and game licenses. ○ Perform transactions on computers, such as sales, returns, and locate merchandise. ○ Separate and file ad for the week in correct files. ○ Unload truck merchandise and take it to the correct departments. Store permanently closed in Summer 2016. Pima Community College - ​English Writing and Composition Tutor AUGUST 2011 - MAY 2014 ● ● ● ● Advised students in the practical use of research, outlines, essays, and also study methods to enhance academic success. Proofread and edit papers Provide support for relevant computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint All students gained the knowledge that they needed to receive a passing grade (usually better) for the course REFERENCES Anna Aasve Former Supervisor at IHG Military Hotels - Carissa Speranza Former co-worker at IHG Military Hotels - Sharon Reese Former Manager at Big 5 Sporting Goods - or - Cydney Hakes Family friend - Morgan McCarty Family friend -
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