Seasoned SPED Inclusion Paraprofessional excited to help students of different skill levels excel. Thrilled to assist teachers with needs to facilitate best possible educational environment. Ready to help students grow and learn through any type of support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
PARAPROFESSIONAL EDUCATOR
Fort Bend ISD
08.2019 - 04.2025
Worked with students in small groups to help reinforce learning objectives.
Monitored student behavior and maintained classroom order to keep environment learning-focused.
Conducted small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Kept lead teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Reinforced skills learned in class using games or other manipulatives.
INSURANCE VERIFICATION SPECIALIST
Hillcroft Medical Clinic
12.2015 - 05.2022
Assured timely verification of insurance benefits prior to patient procedures or appointments.
Made contact with insurance carriers to discuss policies and individual patient benefits.
Maintained strong knowledge of basic medical terminology to better understand services and procedures.
Communicated verification and authorization status updates with different department to facilitate decision-making for patient admissions and insurance coverage.
Reviewed 50-100 patient cases per day and verified insurance coverage information.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Houston Pain Centers
03.2013 - 12.2015
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Collected and documented patient medical information, including blood pressure and weight, in Allscripts EMR system to maintain accurate health records.
Transcribed physician notes and prepared prescription medications to support patient treatment plans.
Directed patients to exam rooms, answered questions, and ensured readiness for physician examinations.
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Received and assessed triage calls and submitted referrals.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MD Anderson Center (OR Nurses Staffing)
07.2012 - 02.2013
Obtained and documented client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies in EMR system to ensure accurate patient records.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Directed patients to exam rooms, addressed questions, and prepared for physician examinations to streamline patient flow and enhance service.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment to maintain a safe and efficient environment for patient care.
Ordered medical supplies and linens for exam rooms to ensure availability.
UNIT CLERK/MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Houston Methodist Hospital
01.2011 - 02.2012
Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
Answered multi-line telephone system, provided information and directed calls.
Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
Registered and admitted patients in Method EMR system and submitted charges.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Cyfair Medical Partners
03.2008 - 11.2010
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment to maintain a safe and efficient environment for patient care.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Directed patients to exam rooms, addressed questions, and prepared for physician examinations to ensure smooth patient flow.
Collected and documented patient medical information, including blood pressure and weight, in eClinical EMR system to support accurate patient records.
Communicated with pharmacies via phone and fax to ensure timely submission of prescriptions and refills.
Conducted EKG tests and administered injections, ensuring accurate execution of glucose, urinalysis, flu, and strep tests, along with blood collection.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Harris Health System - Northwest Clinic
06.2004 - 03.2008
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies in EPIC EMR system.
Collected and documented patient medical information, including blood pressure and weight, to support accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
Performed EKGs, administered injections, blood draws, tray set up and assist.
Monitored preoperative and postoperative vitals for procedure clinic.
Directed patients to exam rooms, addressed inquiries, and prepared necessary materials for physician examinations.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment to ensure a safe and efficient environment for patient care.