Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Accomplishments
Additional Information
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AMANDA CARY CALON

Easton

Summary

Dynamic professional with over 17 years of experience in diverse office environments, recognized for natural leadership abilities and exemplary team-building skills. Proven track record in fostering collaborative relationships and driving customer service excellence, resulting in enhanced productivity outcomes. Strong communication and creativity skills contribute to effective project oversight and adaptability in various settings. Aiming to leverage expertise to further enhance team performance and organizational success.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Selling Manager

Ralph Lauren
Tannersville
02.2024 - Current
  • Led by example on the sales floor, consistently achieving and exceeding store sales goals through strategic client engagement, and product knowledge.
  • Drove clienteling initiatives, Thru concierge, more ways to shop and private appointments via in-store and virtual that led to building lasting relationships, and enhancing customer loyalty through personalized service and outreach.
  • Trained, coached, and mentored sales associates to elevate selling skills, team performance, and brand representation.
  • Partnered with the ASM and supervisor on daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and performance management to ensure operational excellence.
  • Ensured premium brand presentation by maintaining visual merchandising standards and supporting seasonal, monthly, and/or refresh floorset execution.
  • Supported inventory management through stock replenishment, shipment processing, and inter-store transfers.
  • Fostered a fun, high-energy, client-focused team environment, aligned with Ralph Lauren's luxury service standards.
  • Executed company initiatives, promotions, and events to drive traffic, and elevate the in-store experience.
  • Handled customer complaints, if any, to ensure satisfaction and retention.
  • Achieved high team morale with regular motivation and encouragement, not only at the start of shift huddles.

Practice Manager

LVHN
Easton
07.2019 - Current
  • Provided outstanding support to the entire staff, which helped improve process flow and boosted efficiency.
  • Developed close working relationships with front office and back office staff.
  • Boosted staff morale by offering constructive feedback and specific direction for a culture of professional development.
  • Oversaw and assumed responsibility for accounting, budgeting, expense monitoring, and development processes, financial performance, and reporting, as well as net patient revenue tracking.
  • Provided supervision and management to a team of nurses, clinicians, and all support personnel of three practices.
  • Developed policies and procedures for effective practice management.
  • Addressed and remedied all patient or team member issues using sound judgment, in compliance with organizational policy and applicable regulations.
  • Serves as a role model of LVHN CORE Values, facilitating a work environment that fosters integrity, motivation, teamwork, and development.

Office Coordinator

LVHN
Easton
11.2018 - 06.2019
  • Provided support and help for Practice Managers, other teams, and administration at multiple pediatric locations with Elite Fleet. Reported on daily office activities to help them stay on top of changing, dynamic conditions, and make proactive decisions.
  • Verified salaried and hourly employee time cards to prepare accurate bi-weekly payroll.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls, mail, and emails from patients/contracted vendors while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Maintained office supplies for multiple pediatric sites.
  • Organized team workload collaboratively and prioritized tasks to streamline office functions in a deadline-driven environment to maintain smooth operations and readiness for unexpected demands.
  • Oversaw technical, operational, clerical, and customer service support activities, as well as trained new employees on administrative procedures, company policies, and performance standards.
  • As job responsibilities increased, I helped support newly acquired pediatric practices in the local area. I aided and educated the team in all areas related to LVHN workflows, practices, and procedures from check-in through check-out.
  • Participated in various committees:

- Leadercast: Devoted to professional and personal development for future and current leaders to increase productivity, decrease burnout, and develop self-awareness within the Network.

- LVPG Acquisitions Committee: Project lead for future, newly acquired pediatric practices to help them integrate into LVHN/LVPG workflows, practices, and procedures.

Medical Assistant

LVHN
Trexlertown
02.2005 - 10.2018
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions to obtain medical histories, medication information, symptoms, allergies and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted with routine checks, collected, processed and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure, weight, various types of diagnostic testing results as well as running controls and QA.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before they were depleted.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain a patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
  • EPIC Super User.
  • Expanded knowledge in aspects of insurance processing, running eligibility, referral completion, and resolving any insurance and billing issues.
  • Assisting in the revenue processing cycle in the collection of patient balances.

Sales Associate

Cache
Whitehall
08.2001 - 08.2003
  • Personal Shopper Assistant to high-end clients.
  • Advised smartly, exercised networking skills to build the right portfolio, and delivered the best experience for clients and customers.
  • Prepared merchandise for the sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain the store's visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, such as recommending accessories and complementary or promotional purchases, to boost revenue.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products, and checked the store system for merchandise at other sites; if not available, offered relevant products and services.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories, and proper care for merchandise.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Maintained records related to sales, returns, and inventory availability.

Education

Associate of Science - Allied Health, Medical Assisting

Lincoln Technical Institute
Allentown, PA
12.2004

High School Diploma -

Northampton Area High School
Northampton, PA
06.2000

No Degree - Entrepreneurial Studies, Marketing, Communications

Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA

Skills

  • Interdepartmental functions communication
  • Employee recruitment and hiring
  • Expenditure authorization
  • Financial operations oversight
  • Workflow management
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Organizational goal development
  • Problem identification/resolution
  • Coaching abilities and art of connection
  • Networking
  • Teamwork
  • Collaboration
  • Promotional planning
  • Sales goal attainment

Affiliations

  • Member of Student Organization- Student Activities
  • DECA-Voluntary co-curricular program for marketing and management students

Certification

Adult/Child CPR and emergency procedures

Accomplishments

  • Maintained a 3.9 GPA to be on the Executive Director's list for Academic Excellence
  • Who's Who Among American High School Students 1998, 1999, 2000
  • Participated in DECA High School Marketing Competitions (State & National) 1998-1999, Placed top 15 in the Nation and third in the State.

Additional Information

Aside from my Medical Career teaching me good fundamentals and inspired by life changing events with my Mother, I, previous to that, had my creative passion in which I completed an apprenticeship with local independent Designer and certified image consultant, Jane Roncoroni. I gained expansive experience in style knowledge to help clients achieve their best wardrobe style, with memorable experiences in NYC including, but not limited, to trunk shows and purchasing. These are the experiences that I was able to connect with my creativity. I have been a part of the modeling industry since High School, starting with Image International Inc. where I had the opportunity to do commercials, and work with various photographers, thru now being Freelance with a branding studio.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Selling Manager

Ralph Lauren
02.2024 - Current

Practice Manager

LVHN
07.2019 - Current

Office Coordinator

LVHN
11.2018 - 06.2019

Medical Assistant

LVHN
02.2005 - 10.2018

Sales Associate

Cache
08.2001 - 08.2003

Associate of Science - Allied Health, Medical Assisting

Lincoln Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Northampton Area High School

No Degree - Entrepreneurial Studies, Marketing, Communications

Northampton Community College
AMANDA CARY CALON