1. Kandi Elise Johnson
5282 Crowne Chase Pkwy
Hoover, AL 35244
kandielise@gmail.com
267.331.0259
OBJECTIVE-
To gain knowledge and experience while working part-time in a medical office or facility
while pursuing a degree in Respiratory Therapy at Virginia College.
EXPERIENCE-
Legal Assistant- Friedman Law Firm, P.C. – October 2014 to April 2016
 Successfully managed and maintained approximately 215 case files for clients
applying for Social Security Disability Benefits and Veterans Disability Benefits
 Handled all high priority and sensitive cases
 Personally by selected by superiors to attend the ICA Conference 2015 in Las Vegas
to connect with new business partner prospects and sell our services
 Highest record of new client securement among peers
 Analyzed cases and researched eligibility requirements for benefits
 Requested medical records and forms from treating physicians
 Analyzed medical records and reports for the purposes of determining benefit
eligibility
 Prepared files for hearings
 Filed applications and appeals
 Worked closely with the attorneys to meet deadlines
 Acquired and retained new clients
 Used time keeping software and electronic file keeping websites
Appliance/HVAC/Plumbing Technician – January 2013 to October 2014
Service Care Inc., Air Serve Over the Mountain, Aux Mechanical
 Trouble shoot, assessed, and repaired minor and major residential appliances,
residential and commercial HVAC systems, and residential plumbing
 Prepared and presented estimates for repairs, replacements, and remodeling
projects
 Performed service calls in a timely budget efficient manor
 Prepared and collected payment on invoices

2.  Promoted and sold services, repairs, upgrades, and yearly service agreements
 Acquired referrals from current customers
 Kept track of mileage and travel information for daily service calls
 Presented performance reports at weekly meetings
Legal Assistant- United States Navy – September 2009 to March 2012
 Answered phones, completed new client intake procedures, entered new client information into
electronic record keeping software, and performed conflict checks.
 Prepared affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, and organized
and maintained documents in paper or electronic filing system
 Prepared for Courts Marshall by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits, case
documents, briefs, and other required hearing documents
 Gathered and analyzed research data, such as statutes, decisions, legal articles,
codes, and documents.
 Directed and coordinated law office activity directly under JAG’s
Utilitiesman- United States Navy – August 2006 to March 2012
 Repaired or replaced defective equipment, components, or wiring
 Tested electrical circuits and components for continuity, using electrical test
equipment
 Inspected and tested system to verify system compliance with plans and
specifications and to detect and locate malfunctions
 Discussed heating-cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to
verify that malfunctions have been corrected
 Recorded and reported all faults, deficiencies, and other unusual occurrences, as well
as the time and materials expended on work orders
 Tested pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks, using pressure gauge or soap-
and-water solution
Education- Current Student
 Virginia College at Birmingham program of Respiratory Care Associates Degree
April 2016- March 2018
Courses Completed:
 Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology I & II, Integrated Sciences, Cardio-
Pulmonary Anatomy and Physiology

3. TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
 HVAC Certified
 Seabee Combat Warfare Certifications
 Utilitiesman A School
 Expeditionary Force - Combat Skills
 Utilitiesman Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
 Certified Master Appliance Technician
SKILLS SUMMARY
 Trained and proficient in all Microsoft Office programs, Windows 8, and Time keeping
Software
 Effectively and proficiently write professional correspondence
 Maintain multiple schedules
 Multi-tasking
 Professional phone demeanor
 Able to handle high stress situations calmly and capable of diffusing a situation
 Superb ability to close a deal
 Fast learner
 Great in a team or independently
 Leadership skills and initiative
 Great at problem solving and comfortable with making tough decisions with little to
no guidance
 Not afraid to ask questions and always willing to learn
 Extensive experience in many sales driven industries
AWARDS AND HONORS
 ARMY ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL
 NAVY AND MARINE CORP ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL
 AFGHANISTAN CAMPAIGN MEDAL
 GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM MEDALS
 NAVY AND MARINE CORP ACHIEVEMENT MEDAL
 MARINE CORP MARTIAL ARTS – TAN BELT CERTIFIED