Brenda Osborne
Mississauga, ON, L5E 3E3
H: 905-***-**** C: 416-***-****
***********@*****.***
Professional Experience
Drake International – Temp Positions August 2013 – Present
Southern Graphics Systems – Receptionist August 16, 2013
Uranium 1 – Receptionist August 23, 27, 28 2013
DMS Group – Receptionist August 29, 2013, September 16, 2013
Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Technologists – Prior Learning Assessment Administrator
September 17, 2013 to March 2014
• Opens new applicant files
• Completes preliminary review of new files and provides notification letter to new applicants
• Processes daily mail and directs to applicants files
• Sends completed files to assessors
• Records information in the database
• Answers phone and email enquiries regarding the Prior Learning Assessment process
• Collects, compiles and reposts Prior Learning Assessment statistical information
• Works in collaboration with team and other departments
• Scans and archives files
• Identifies and reports irregularities/problems from the PLA process
• Works with applicants to complete learning plans required to be eligible for the Canadian
certification process
• Provides timely communication regarding the file status of applicants
• Sends out Prior Learning Assessment technical report/exam eligibility statements
Allstate Insurance – Milton Branch – Administration/Reception April 11, 19 and 23 2014
• Contacting potential clients to notify them of rate changes and solicit business
LAMP Community Health Centre Etobicoke ON
Receptionist/Administration Assistant January 2000 - April 2013
• Transcription for the Executive Director and the Occupational Health Department doctors
• Proof reading documents for distribution to the Board and staff by the Executive Director
• Administrative support to a staff of 200 – typing minutes, preparing reports of volunteer hours,
creating flyers and sign in sheets for events
• Operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking
messages, or scheduling appointments.
• Greet persons entering establishment, determine nature and purpose of visit, and direct or escort
them to specific destinations.
• Transmit information or documents to customers, using computer, mail, or facsimile machine.
• Hear and resolve complaints from customers or the public.
• File and maintain records.
• Provide information about establishment, such as location of departments or offices, employees
within the organization, or services provided.
• Collect, sort, distribute, or prepare mail, messages, or courier deliveries.
• Process and prepare memos, correspondence and other documents.
• Receive payment, book rooms and record receipts.
• Analyze data to determine answers to questions from customers or members of the public.
• Keep a current record of staff members' whereabouts and availability.
• Schedule space or equipment for special programs and prepare lists of participants.
• Perform duties, such as taking care of plants or straightening magazines to maintain lobby or
reception area.
• Obtain quotes for special projects, conduct cost analysis and write recommendations
• Process donations and memberships, entering them in a database, producing tax receipts and thank
you letters and creating reports for accounting.
• Assist in the planning and conducting of special events.
Royal Taxi Toronto ON
Order Taker/Accounting Clerk January 1995 - January 2000
• Route statements for mailing or over-the-counter delivery to customers.
• Monitor equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Fix minor problems, such as equipment jams, and notify repair personnel of major equipment
problems.
• Process orders from accounts for taxi chits
• Process taxi chits submitted by drivers for payment
• Entered taxi chits used into accounting program to prepare invoices for clients
• Match statements with chits submitted to ensure accuracy of billing
• Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
• Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
• Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce
documents.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, answering telephones, and handling routine
correspondence.
Education
Humber College Etobicoke ON
• Management Studies and Business Studies Certificates
Crisis Training Institute Toronto ON
• Dealing with Difficult Clients Training
IATSE 873
• First Aid/CPR and AED
Additional Skills
• able to prioritize and deal with multiple demands
• friendly personality
• able to handle deadlines and pressure
• proficient in Word, Excel, various email programs including Outlook, Gmail and Groupwise, and
databases including Income Manager and Volunteer Works
• Strong listening skills
• Patience in dealing with clients who’s English is a second language
• Discretion and sound judgement in handling confidential information
• Flexibility and adaptability to manage Change
References
• Bikisha Pascoe: Past Supervisor LAMP Community Health Centre 416-***-**** or email
********@*******.***
• Mari McKenna Edwards: Past Supervisor at LAMP Community Health Centre – Teen Centre and
Anti-Oppression Committee (no longer employed at LAMP) 416-***-**** or email
*****.*******@********.**