Barbara Shott

Managed the Division Chief's complex and frequently changing travel arrangements and coordinated the pre-planning of trips. Coordinated and managed external contacts for Division Chief and kept track of periodic communication needed for priority contacts.
Took the lead on specific projects as assigned and managed a variety of special projects including end-of-life initiatives in the Medical Intensive Care Unit and coordination of teaching for end-of-life research and educational initiatives ib the MICU and for the palliative care training course for internal medicine residents. Prepared manuscripts based on research done in the MICU, including original writing as well as coordination of efforts among authors, locally, nationally, and internationally. Coordinated multiple research projects and expert panels headed NY the Chief, including participation in support panels such as rationing in the ICU. Acted as informed representative for the Chief in dealing with colleagues, patientsm internal and external customers and others while maintaining confidentiality of highly sensitive information. Responded to a wide range of inquiries/requests from Chief's colleagues and their assistants. Proactively anticipated and identified needs and concerns and addressed them independently. Gathered and evaluated information from various sources and prepared appropriate reports, when requested. Managed the Chief's calendar on a daily and long-term basis. Facilitated the flow of email and telephone communications, screened and referred calls as appropriate. Developed strong rapport with Chief's professional colleagues and their assistants. Handled pulmonary/critical care fellows night coverage payroll (biweekly basis). Provided administrative support to other Pulmonary/Critical Care attending physicians and other members of the Divisionm as necessary to complement the work of other Djvusion administrative assistants to ensure the optimal functioning of the Division.