Emily Orwig
Theodore
Summary
- Professional with strong background in surgical coordination, known for delivering excellent patient care and managing complex schedules. Highly skilled in administrative tasks, patient communication, and maintaining surgical supplies. Valued team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently focused on achieving results. Reliable and resourceful, ensuring smooth operations in fast-paced medical environment.
- Dedicated and experienced that is looking to expand knowledge and grow with a company. Ability to talk to people and find common ground, both face to face and on the phone. Capable of working alone or as a member of the team, as well as being able to solve conflicts and adapting to new environments. Qualifications include:
- Epic and patient access experience
- Knowledge of basic medical procedures
- Conflict resolution
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Accountability & Surgical Coordinator
Surgical Association Of Mobile
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinated surgical schedules, ensuring optimal use of operating rooms and resources.
- Responsible for maintaining accountability of all admitted patients by monitoring patient status, coordinating movement through the hospital system, and ensuring timely scheduling and preparation for surgical procedures.
- Acts as a liaison between nursing units, surgeons, operating room staff, admissions, and ancillary departments to ensure efficient patient care and accurate documentation.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, protecting the privacy of patient information at all times.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Medical Assistant
Surgical Association of Mobile, P.A.
02.2022 - Current
- Monitored and recorded an average of 60 patients per day (e.g. obtained patients’ vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaged and assessed their medical condition and prepared them for medical treatment by physicians and nurses). Electronically ordered lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed. Assisted nurses and physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care. Sterilized and set up instruments as well as washed, dried, and restocked laundry. Responsible for administering IM injections in clinic. Helped implement quality assurance and control programs that resulted in compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations.
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Greeting customers, responding to questions, improving engagement with merchandise, and providing an outstanding customer service. Operating cash registers, managing financial transactions, and balancing drawers. Provide in-depth product knowledge, including features, benefits, and overall value. Organize and replenish front stock and help merchandise store. Work as a team to achieve sales goals.
Security Controller Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Supervisor for entire Department of Defense facility, to include Facility Entry Controllers and Security Controller Alarm Monitors. Responsible for all actions taken by subordinates.
Security Controller Alarm Monitor
United States Air Force
12.2013 - 06.2019
- Responsible for acknowledging, assessing, dispatching, monitoring, and securing all alarms utilizing CCTV inside Department of Defense facility as well as tracking activity surrounding facility.
Front End Cashier
Walmart
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Responsible for cashing out members and ensuring 100% drawer reconciliation accuracy. Trained newly hired cashiers. Achieved 100% satisfaction when leaving my register through verbal and social skills.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sanford Health
05.2011 - 09.2012
- Cared for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and physical disabilities. Took and recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse. Monitored patients’ intake of medications as directed by physician. Cleaned rooms and attended to patients’ comfort and cleanliness.
Education
Associate of Science -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MS12-2022
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MS12-2022
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gautier, MSHigh School Diploma -
Vermillion High School
05-2013
Skills
- Patient Care
- Epic experience
- Communication
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Professionalism and confidentiality
- Medical office experience
- Outstanding in Microsoft Office
- Adaptable
- Organized
- Flexible
- Strong communication skills
- Patient coordination
Timeline
Patient Accountability & Surgical Coordinator
Surgical Association Of Mobile
01.2026 - Current
Medical Assistant
Surgical Association of Mobile, P.A.
02.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
10.2019 - 05.2021
Security Controller Supervisor
United States Air Force
08.2018 - 06.2019
Security Controller Alarm Monitor
United States Air Force
12.2013 - 06.2019
Front End Cashier
Walmart
01.2013 - 04.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sanford Health
05.2011 - 09.2012
Associate of Science -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Associate of Arts -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
High School Diploma -
Vermillion High School
AWARDS
Associate of the Month (Feb 2020), Associate of the Month (Sept 2020), Airmen of the Year (2017), Airmen of the Quarter (July 2017-September 2017), Honorable Discharge from United States Air Force (2019)