Damita Smith
Summary
A seasoned professional with a proven track record at Beebe Medical Group, I excel in providing emotional support and mastering medical terminology. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient experiences and streamlining admissions processes, I bring vital skills and a compassionate approach to healthcare and educational settings.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Beebe Medical Group
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted Doctors and Nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information in electronic health records for appropriate record keeping.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
Social Worker Assistant
Cadia Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Upheld ethical standards of social work practice, ensuring that all actions were in the best interest of clients and their families.
- Increased access to resources by building partnerships with local organizations that provide essential services.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of social work.
- Helped develop effective care plans advocated for needs of each client with outside agencies and care professionals.
- Assisted social workers in developing comprehensive care plans for clients, improving their quality of life.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing emotional support and guidance during difficult times.
- Provided information on community resources, connecting clients with essential services and programs.
- Managed residential discharges for facility and coordinated after-care activities.
- Completed comprehensive psychosocial evaluations for new residents to identify needs and strengths.
Substitute Teacher
Capital School District (Booker T Washington Eleme
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school field trips, enhancing learning through real-world experiences.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Senior Admissions Counselor
Wesley College
12.2008 - 08.2013
- Increased application completion rates by streamlining the admissions process and providing clear guidance to prospective students.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify trends in applicant demographics, optimizing outreach efforts for maximum impact.
- Streamlined scholarship application processes, enabling more students to access financial aid opportunities.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both prospective students and their families throughout all stages of the admissions process.
Medical Receptionist
Mow Foot
06.2008 - 12.2008
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
Admissions Counselor
Wesley College
08.2007 - 12.2008
- Enhanced applicant experience by providing personalized guidance and support throughout the admissions process.
- Coordinated campus visits for prospective students and their families, showcasing the institution''s facilities, programs, and resources.
- Delivered engaging presentations about the college/university at various off-campus events such as high school visits or conferences.
Education
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Delaware Technical Community College
Dover, DE06-2026
Skills
- Medical terminology
- Vital signs documentation
- Written and verbal communication
- Emotional support
- Blood glucose testing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic life support
- Documentation
- Safety protocols
- Goal setting
- Organizational skills
- Specimen collection
- Room preparation
Accomplishments
- Achieved my Medical Assistant certification by completing the required certification with accuracy and efficiency. Certification classes were completed 12/2024.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Beebe Medical Group
12.2023 - 11.2024
Social Worker Assistant
Cadia Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 11.2023
Substitute Teacher
Capital School District (Booker T Washington Eleme
01.2015 - 01.2020
Senior Admissions Counselor
Wesley College
12.2008 - 08.2013
Medical Receptionist
Mow Foot
06.2008 - 12.2008
Admissions Counselor
Wesley College
08.2007 - 12.2008
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Delaware Technical Community College
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