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Sarah Brydon

24 Milsn Street, Elizabeth East

Summary

Dynamic Senior Receptionist at Salisbury Highway Veterinary Surgery, recognized for enhancing client satisfaction through efficient appointment scheduling and exceptional customer service. Expert in workflow management and team collaboration, successfully implemented an electronic record-keeping system that reduced errors and improved access to patient information. Reliable and results-driven professional dedicated to optimizing front desk operations.

My main focus has always been building client relationships, with a focus on trust and transparency. I thrive on problem solving and am willing to advocate for clients to help them achieve their desired outcome, whether that be convenient appointment making, referral where required, or advice if applicable.

Skilled at supporting customers with simple and complex needs with professionalism.

Welcoming clerical professional with 20 years of experience in reception setting assisting customers and teammates. Positive and upbeat attitude while greeting and interacting with customers, answering calls, showing empathy and compassion.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Receptionist

Salisbury Highway Veterinary Surgery
11.2005 - Current
  • Managed front desk operations, ensuring smooth patient flow and optimal scheduling efficiency.
  • Streamlined communication processes between veterinary personnel and clients to improve overall client satisfaction.
  • Trained new reception staff on systems and procedures, improving team performance and consistency in service.
  • Implemented electronic record-keeping system, streamlining patient information access and reducing errors.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling, prioritizing urgent cases to optimize clinic workflow and resource allocation.
  • Conducted inventory management for office supplies and veterinary products, ensuring adequate stock availability at all times.
  • Resolved client inquiries and complaints swiftly, maintaining positive relationships and reinforcing trust in clinic services.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Acted as first point of contact and set appointments for prospective clients.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Greeted customers and visitors in-person and via telephone calls.
  • Streamlined office communication by promptly answering phone calls, emails, and inquiries from clients and staff members.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing front desk operations and providing exceptional service.
  • Improved visitor experience by greeting guests warmly, ensuring a comfortable waiting area, and promptly addressing their needs.
  • Answered incoming calls, directing clients to individuals addressing specific needs.
  • Took delivery of packages and documents, applying appropriate internal policies relating to chain of possession.
  • Oversaw office equipment maintenance to support continuous and uninterrupted operations.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
  • Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
  • Collected Type payments, processed transactions and updated relevant records.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Balanced employee availability, customer schedules, and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.

House Cleaner

Self-employed
05.2002 - 04.2018
  • Developed efficient cleaning schedules to optimize time management and service delivery.
  • Utilized eco-friendly cleaning products to enhance client satisfaction and promote sustainability.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent cleanliness standards across all properties.
  • Trained new cleaners on best practices for maintaining high cleanliness standards and safety protocols.
  • Adapted cleaning techniques based on specific client needs, enhancing overall service effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.

Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent high-quality service and friendly interactions.

Attended to all areas of house cleaning including window cleaning and deep cleaning, to a very high standard.

Quality Control Inspector

Scholle Industries
04.1989 - 03.1995

Receiving Dock Associate

Target Australia
01.1986 - 04.1989
  • Oversaw receiving operations, ensuring accurate inventory management and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Trained new associates on dock procedures, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge retention.
  • Streamlined unloading processes to minimize delays, improving overall workflow on receiving goods.
  • Prepared goods for store display including hanging and marking.
  • Relieved staff in various areas of the store when needed.

Education

No Degree - Nil

Fremont High School
Elizabeth Park, SA

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Friendly and professional
  • Customer service
  • Organized and efficient
  • Billing and invoicing
  • Document preparation
  • Record keeping
  • Workflow management
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Data confidentiality
  • Appointment setting
  • Calendar management
  • Document control
  • Multi-line phone systems
  • Correspondence preparation
  • Visitor management
  • Multi-line phone operation
  • Document scanning and digitization
  • Client relations
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Guest relations
  • Reception area maintenance
  • Payment collection
  • Mail handling
  • Office equipment maintenance
  • Fee collection
  • Visitor assistance
  • Teamwork
  • Call handling
  • Problem-solving
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Effective communication
  • Customer and client relations
  • Call answering and routing

Timeline

Senior Receptionist

Salisbury Highway Veterinary Surgery
11.2005 - Current

House Cleaner

Self-employed
05.2002 - 04.2018

Quality Control Inspector

Scholle Industries
04.1989 - 03.1995

Receiving Dock Associate

Target Australia
01.1986 - 04.1989

No Degree - Nil

Fremont High School
Sarah Brydon