RS
RITA SHEPPARD
************@*****.*** 816-***-**** Kansas City, MO 64129
Adept at maintaining strict patient confidentiality and patient information for compliance with HIPAA. Excellent communication skills; 5+ years of experience in the medical field. Ability to work well as part of a team as well as individually or with little supervision necessary. 30+ years experience in customer service. Timely and professional with extraordinary communication skills and the ability to build and cultivate relationships to drive business retention. Actively seeking a remote position where I can utilize my skills and experience to add immediate value to an organization. Customer Retention
Written Communication
Oral Communication
Professional Phone Skills
10-Key Typing
Typing
Medical Terminology
Build Strong Relationships
Computer Literacy
Customer Service
Cross-Functional Communication
SelectQuote Insurance Services
Retention Specialist
09/2020 - 08/2023
Received information regarding identified problems and devised responses to satisfy concerns.
Explained new products and services to customers.
Implemented creative solutions to deal with special circumstances. Obtained and examined relevant information to validate customer complaints and determine possible causes.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business. Used proven techniques to de-escalate angry customers during telephone interactions.
Referred unresolved customer service issues to designated departments for investigation.
Adhered to scripted responses and standardized plans to address problems.
TriWest Healthcare Alliance
Patient Service Representative
07/2017 - 06/2020
Accessed patient information through various software applications, maintaining strict confidentiality to remain compliant with HIPAA regulations.
Documented and managed patient information in computer system. Answered patient questions and fielded complaints to resolve issues. Coordinated with patients and healthcare professionals to meet patient needs.
Summary
Skills
Experience
Explained policies, procedures and services to patients. Verified documentation methodically to avoid critical errors impacting care delivery and payments for services.
2026 License No: 300******* AHIP Certification - Medicare 07/2023
Licenses & Certifications Insurance License for Accident, Health and Sickness - MO Dept. of Commerce 02/2023
Insurance, - Expires Feb
East Buchanan High School
High School Diploma in Business/Office
05/1979
Automation/Technology/Data Entry
Education and Training