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Certification
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Maria Kristianne Santiago

Aldergrove,British Columbia

Summary

A customer service professional with over 10 years of experience, known for exceptional communication and integrity in handling responsibilities. Skilled in resolving customer service and product-related concerns with efficiency and a focus on achieving the highest customer satisfaction. Highly reliable, adaptable, and organized, with expertise in data analysis, compliance, and problem-solving. Experienced in managing and streamlining processes with a strong emphasis on team collaboration and delivering results. Adept at understanding and improving procedures and logistics to drive continuous improvement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assessment, Accounts, Benefits Processing Officer

Canada Revenue Agency
12.2022 - 04.2024
  • Contacted taxpayers to request information regarding their applications for the Covid-19 benefits (CERB, CRB, CRSB, CWLB, and CESB)
  • Provided clear instructions to taxpayers on documentation requirements needed for eligibility verification.
  • Issued correspondence to taxpayers detailing their status. (If deemed eligible, taxpayers were requested to submit supporting documents. If deemed ineligible, taxpayers were offered guidance on necessary steps required for repayment.)
  • Assessed supporting documents to determine taxpayers' eligibility or ineligibility.
  • Maintained confidentiality and handled sensitive documents and information securely.
  • Updated records to ensure processing information is current and up-to-date.
  • Worked efficiently under production deadlines, ensuring cases are completed and process ed in a timely manner.
  • Ensured taxpayers' satisfaction by effectively resolving issues and concerns, and all other inquiries.

Administrative Assistant

Canada Revenue Agency
12.2020 - 12.2022
  • Completed requests from managers and team leaders with promptness and efficiency.
  • Supported executive staff with preparation of crucial documents (offers of employment, extensions, terminations, and other related communications).
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files and/or even submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Facilitated the onboarding process for new employees by providing appropriate training materials, organizing orientation schedules, and providing hands-on training to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by strictly following all privacy policies of the company.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance; archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval of information.
  • Manage and coordinated office supply inventory by proactively ordering necessary items before stock depletion.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.

General Duties Clerk

Canada Revenue Agency
08.2019 - 12.2020

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Medical Administrative Assistant

Dr. Si Eye Clinic Optometry
11.2018 - 11.2019
  • Conducted over-the-phone consultations with patients before scheduling appointments to determine if examination is private or covered by MSP.
  • Scheduled and rescheduled appointments for both new and existing patients.
  • Provided appointment reminders to patients via phone and/or e-mail, if preferred.
  • Referred patients to specialists for surgery and/or surgical consultations when required.
  • Faxed examination reports to various clinics as necessary.
  • Assisted the doctor with pre-examination testings, using equipment such as an Autorefractor, Autolensmeter, Visual Field, OCT, and Visual Cam.
  • Administered dilation drops and warm compress masks as needed for patients.
  • Managed stock inventories, including medication treatments, eyewear frames, and contact lenses that are for sale.
  • Assisted with consultations for single vision and progressive glasses, including taking measurements and handling online ordering and form submissions.
  • Contacted insurance companies, including Great West Life, Manulife, and Sunlife, to verify patients' coverage for eye exams and glasses. Processed both electronic and manual billing claims.
  • Trained and supervised new employees, ensuring they were familiar with all responsibilities and duties.

Education

Medical Office Assistant

Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC
11-2017

High School Diploma -

North Surrey Secondary School
Surrey, BC
06-2014

Skills

  • Proficient in English and Filipino
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Adept at interacting with individuals from diverse backgrounds with a strong focus on teamwork and problem solving
  • Demonstrates strong patience, determination, and persistence in troubleshooting client issues
  • Quick to learn new concepts and skills, with the ability to adapt to changing environments and processes efficiently
  • Skilled in time management and task prioritization

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Filipino
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Medical Office Assistant Certificate

Timeline

Assessment, Accounts, Benefits Processing Officer

Canada Revenue Agency
12.2022 - 04.2024

Administrative Assistant

Canada Revenue Agency
12.2020 - 12.2022

General Duties Clerk

Canada Revenue Agency
08.2019 - 12.2020

Medical Administrative Assistant

Dr. Si Eye Clinic Optometry
11.2018 - 11.2019

Medical Office Assistant

Vancouver Community College

High School Diploma -

North Surrey Secondary School
Maria Kristianne Santiago