Sarah Kiswa
@sarahkiswa
Proficient Administrative Assistant with strong customer service skills.
What I'm looking for
As a dedicated Administrative Assistant with over 2 years of experience in office environments and more than 7 years in customer service, I excel in providing optimal support to enhance productivity. My ability to quickly learn and navigate various software programs has allowed me to streamline processes and relieve managerial workloads effectively.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to ensuring positive outcomes in challenging situations. My bilingual proficiency in French and English enables me to communicate effectively with diverse clients, further enhancing my ability to provide exceptional service. I am passionate about continuous learning and development, as evidenced by my ongoing education in French Studies at York University.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Clinical Support Coordinator
Teladoc Health Canada
Apr 2021 - Mar 2025 (3 years 11 months)
Received inbound calls and booked virtual consultations for doctors (physical and mental health). Assisted patients with new accounts, troubleshooting, and processed prescriptions to pharmacies.
Customer Service Representative
Emerge BPO
Oct 2020 - Mar 2021 (5 months)
Assisted customers with placing and modifying orders for Grand&Toy\Office Depot, and made follow-up calls on shipment tracking and missing items. Processed return items and up-sold products on behalf of the company.
Retail Customer Relations Representative
Millenium1Solutions
Sep 2018 - Jun 2019 (9 months)
Assisted customers in building complaint cases, answering questions, and compensating them with gift cards or points. Dealt with difficult customers and managed outbound calls for customers who requested callbacks.
Administrative Assistant
R seau des Femmes en Action pour le D veloppement (RFAD)
Aug 2016 - Jul 2018 (1 year 11 months)
Handled a variety of administrative duties, including calendaring and PowerPoint creation. Developed and maintained an organized filing system, improving document accessibility and office efficiency.
Customer Service Representative
PFS Web
Sep 2015 - Jan 2016 (4 months)
Worked for Roots Canada and Canada Goose online stores, explaining and selling products to clients. Submitted orders on their behalf via email or phone call and alerted customers about fraudulent activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MGR-de-Charbonnel
High school diploma, General Studies
Completed secondary education, acquiring foundational knowledge across various subjects. Prepared for further academic pursuits.
Alison, Online Course
Certificate, Administrative Assistant
Completed an online course to gain skills in administrative assistance. Focused on practical knowledge for office support roles.
York University, Keele Campus
Bachelor of Arts and Professional Studies, French Studies
Focused on French Studies, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the language and culture. Developed strong analytical and communication skills through coursework.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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