Jodi Talaga
Manchester
Summary
Detail-oriented Extended Day Coordinator experienced in program planning, activity coordination, and child safety. Enhanced student outcomes and managed staff assignments through effective communication and proactive engagement with parents and teachers. Focused on program development and staff management, fostering positive environments that contribute to student behavior improvement and budgetary success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Extended Day Coordinator
Saint James School
Manchester
09.2018 - Current
- Coordinated daily schedules for after-school programs and activities.
- Managed staff assignments and ensured proper training for all team members.
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Resolved conflicts between students in a timely manner.
CMA/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Eastern Connecticut Health Network
Manchester
01.2015 - 06.2017
- Supported healthcare providers during patient examinations and medical procedures to ensure accurate assessments.
- Prepared patients for examination by properly draping patients, obtaining vital signs, verifying referrals and taking detailed health history.
- Input medical and insurance information into database for inclusion in patient records.
- Collected and transported specimen samples to laboratory for timely processing and analysis.
- Accurately labeled blood vials with critical information, ensuring proper identification and traceability.
Phlebotomist
ExamOne, a Quest Diagnostics
Rocky Hill
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Gathered and recorded patient data prior to blood draws to ensure accurate and efficient procedures.
- Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
- Counseled patients to alleviate fears and explain procedures, fostering a cooperative environment during blood draws.
- Performed centrifugation and specimen aliquoting for sample preparation.
- Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
- Conducted blood tests and updated results in paper and electronic charts, ensuring timely access to accurate patient information.
CMA
Eastern Connecticut Cardiology Associates
Manchester
06.2007 - 01.2013
- Assisted physicians and nurses in patient exams by taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records to ensure accurate patient documentation.
- Supported physicians in patient examinations and procedures to enhance care delivery.
- Collected, recorded, and updated patient medical histories accurately.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and appointment reminders to optimize clinic flow.
- Prepared and maintained examination rooms for patient visits.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy
CT State Community College
Manchester, CT06-2013
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Technical Institute
New Britain, CT06-2007
Skills
- CPR certified
- Child safety
- Program planning
- Activity coordination
- Staff recruitment
- Staff monitoring
- Student monitoring
- Fundraising
- Parent communication
- Organizational skills
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork
Timeline
Extended Day Coordinator
Saint James School
09.2018 - Current
CMA/Laboratory Phlebotomist
Eastern Connecticut Health Network
01.2015 - 06.2017
Phlebotomist
ExamOne, a Quest Diagnostics
03.2014 - 10.2014
CMA
Eastern Connecticut Cardiology Associates
06.2007 - 01.2013
Certificate of Technical Studies - Phlebotomy
CT State Community College
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Lincoln Technical Institute