Carrie Rhodes
Kerens, TX ****4
254-***-**** Cell
ad23nj@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a position to effectively utilize my work ethics, knowledge, communication and organizational skills to accomplish the goals of my employer. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Pilot Catastrophe Services - Independent Insurance Adjuster PO Box 91299
Mobile, AL 36691-1299
January 2023 – October 2023
February 2021 - September 2022
Duties:
• Providing excellent and extensive customer service in a call center environment with empathy and understanding while adhering to the policy provisions
• Verifying an insurance policy exists
• Gathering evidence and information of property damage via virtual inspections and review of third party damage reports
• Evaluating and documenting covered damages
• Compiling reports of investigation findings and estimate of repairs for covered damages
• Investigating questionable claims
• Consulting with public adjusters, field specialists, contractors and engineers
• Negotiating settlements, authorizing and issuing payments
• Settling claim with the insured
Note: The work duration for an independent insurance adjuster is based on the needs of the carrier, and is on an assignment/project type basis which results in lapses in employment. Evans Claim Service - File Examiner
101 W Elm Street
Glen Rose, TX 76043
September 2019 to December 2020
Duties:
• Verify policy information for accuracy to determine if coverage is in force and applicable on date of loss
• Review field adjusters report and estimate for accuracy.
• Prepare claim package and submit to carrier.
Best Value Medical Center Pharmacy - Registered Pharmacy Technician 1100 Bluebonnet St
Glen Rose, TX 76043
October 2013 – March 2015
Duties:
• Customer service
• Data entry
• Filling of prescriptions
• Inventory maintenance
• Insurance claim reconciliation and resolution
State Farm Insurance - Catastrophe Claim Associate 1650 Beltline Rd
Irving, TX 76050
December 2011 – March 2014
Duties:
• Handling large loss catastrophe property claims.
• Extensive customer service
• Ngotiona and reconciliation with contractors
Pilot Catastrophe Services - Independent Insurance Adjuster PO Box 91299
Mobile, AL 36691-1299
September 2004-November 2004 *Hurricanes Frances and Jeanne September 2005-February 2006 *Hurricane Katrina
March 2006-July 2007 *State Farm Customer Service Unit February 2008 – February 2009 *State Farm Customer Service Unit March 2011 - May 2011 *Texas Hail Storm
June 2011 - December 2011 *State Farm Contents Unit Duties:
• Performed routine duties associated with claim handling by an insurance adjuster
• Provided extensive customer service
• Inspected, evaluated and documented covered damages
• Prepared and presented estimate to management and policyholder.
• Proficient in the use of Xactimate and IntegriClaim estimating software.
• State Farm certified in Wind and Hail, Basic Estimatics.
• Certified NFIP flood adjuster.
• Claim reconciliation and negotiation with contractors Somervell County Executive Director of HUD Section 8, Indigent Health Care Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant/County Commissioners (simultaneously) 107 NE Vernon St.
Glen Rose, TX 76043
March 2000-September 2004
Duties:
• Served as an administrative assistant to four county commissioners performing routine tasks such as distributing incoming correspondence, preparing outgoing correspondence,clerical duties and effectively communicating with the public.
• Administered the HUD Section 8 Program by determining eligibility and maintaining case files; prepared and submitted monthly checks to landlords; prepared and submitted reports to HUD, the Board of Directors and program accountants; re-certified program participants annually and performed interim determinations of eligibility; inspected properties annually to certify HUD housing quality standards were met.
• Administered the Indigent Health Care Program by taking applications and interviewing applicants to determine eligibility; processed claims from health care providers for payment; prepared and submitted vouchers to auditor for payment; maintained files on each client and performed semi-annual re-certifications; prepared and submitted monthly report on program expenditures to Texas Department of Health, and Commissioners Court. SKILLS:
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Internet, electronic communications, and numerous insurance industry related software programs, 10 key by touch and typing speed of 65 wpm
• Experienced with standard office equipment and software
• Strong oral and written communication skills used to interact with all levels of internal and external customers, team members and management
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Active and attentive listening skills
• Able to establish and maintain effective relationships
• Able to interact with others to identify issues/problems and reach resolutions
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service to include customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for service, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
• Self-directed
• Able to prioritize tasks and work with multiple priorities
• Effective and timely decision-making skills
• Strong investigative and negotiation skills
• Able to quickly gain a thorough knowledge and understanding of the homeowner policies and endorsements
• Attention to detail with a very high level of accuracy LICENSES:
• Texas All Lines Adjuster #1288998
• Texas General Lines Agent #2071330
• Inactive Texas Real Estate License #485603
REFERENCES:
• Adrian Eugene – Public Adjuster 504-***-****
• Kerri McCuskey – Pilot Catastrophe Services Manager 817-***-****
• Nancy Bybee - Former Supervisor at Somervell County 254-***-****
• Monte Barron,RPH - Former Supervisor at Medical Center Pharmacy 817-***-****
• Additional references available upon request