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Debra Franks

Fairchance

Summary

Centralized scheduling

with solid experience in supporting patients and physicians. Skilled in managing patient information and coordinating and scheduling appointments. Strong organizational and multitasking skills coupled with strong work ethic.

Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, known for reliability and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in time management, communication, and problem-solving, bringing positive and proactive approach to workplace dynamics.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Centralized Scheduler

WVU Medicine
09.2017 - Current

I work in the radiology department where I register patients for appointments checking there charts for accuracy and correct any changes that need done like insurance,address,phone number etc.. I also enter outside orders in to the system then call the patient to schedule . I also take patients to there designated area and prepare them for there scans. I also answer phones and direct calls. I help to train new hires using epic and our procedures and protocols.

Pilot Car Driver

Self Employed
2013 - 2016

Coordinated safe transport of oversized loads, ensuring compliance with local regulations.

Communicated effectively with drivers and escort vehicles to maintain safe traffic flow.

Conducted pre-trip inspections on pilot car equipment to ensure operational readiness.

Implemented efficient route planning strategies to minimize delays and enhance delivery time.

Trained new drivers on safety protocols and best practices for oversized load transport.

Customer Service

American Dry Cleaning Service
2010 - 2013


Managed store operations effectively, ensuring optimal customer. I ran the cash register and credit card machine. Closing the store at the end of the day I would print daily cash logs, and do the nightly money deposits. I would secure the store when leaving at night make sure alarms were set and doors were locked.

Office Clerk

Don's Auto Center
2002 - 2010

Processed customer transactions.

Managed inventory levels and ensured timely ordering of supplies.

Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.

Maintained an organized and clean office.

Greeted incoming visitors and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.

Office Manager

Elliot Vision
1993 - 1996

I worked as opthalmic optician assisting patients with glasses and contacts. I then was promoted to office manager. My duties where to hire new employees and fully train them on all aspects of procedures. Assisted patients in whatever area they needed glasses,contacts ect.. I assisted the Ophthalmologist on exams and filling prescriptions. I verified insurance for eligibility and co payment information. I ordered all medical supplies and office supplies. I also made the employee work schedules. End of day reports were ran. Credit card machine and cash register had to balance for nightly deposits.

Front End Manager

Office Depot Inc
1983 - 1992

When I first started my position with office Depot I was data entry with our receiving area of all truck deliveries. I entered all items into the system for our inventory. I was then promoted to Front end Manager where I was in charge of hiring cashers and training them on cash register's. At the end of each shift had to balance cash registers and credit cards. I also did work schedules for employees and helped with monthly meetings. I was in charge of the customer service desk which handled all special orders and returned items. I worked closely with loss prevention keeping data of expensive merchandise that was in the store. I had to keep a well maintained clean store front showcasing items for customers.I enjoyed working for this company but I moved back to pa to be closer to family in 1993.

Dental Receptionist

Dental Clinic
1982 - 1983

I Greeted visitors and patients and checked appointments.

Managed patient scheduling and appointment confirmations.

Prepared insurance claim forms, explained benefits, and outlined pricing details for procedures and services.

Acted as a liaison between patients and dental professionals to address concerns or questions regarding treatment plans, billing issues, or insurance coverage.

Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.

Conducted efficient end-of-day processes including closing out cash registers, reconciling payment transactions, and preparing daily reports for management review.

Education

High School Diploma -

Latrobe Christian Academy
Latrobe, PA
01-1981

Skills

  • Patient communication
  • Multi-line call handling
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Excellent communication
  • Patient registration
  • Test and procedure scheduling
  • Reliability

Timeline

Centralized Scheduler

WVU Medicine
09.2017 - Current

Pilot Car Driver

Self Employed
2013 - 2016

Customer Service

American Dry Cleaning Service
2010 - 2013

Office Clerk

Don's Auto Center
2002 - 2010

Office Manager

Elliot Vision
1993 - 1996

Front End Manager

Office Depot Inc
1983 - 1992

Dental Receptionist

Dental Clinic
1982 - 1983

High School Diploma -

Latrobe Christian Academy
Debra Franks