Keelei Perrington
Avance Head Start Clinic
San Antonio,Texas
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Healthcare professional prepared for role with background in managing health services and improving patient care. Proven ability to implement coordination strategies that streamline operations and enhance patient experiences. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, with key skills in communication and organizational management.
Work History
Health Services Coordinator
1 Year 3 Months- Coordinated patient referrals and follow-up care across clinical services, enhancing continuity and access to timely treatment.
- Educated patients on navigating the healthcare system, preventive services, and community resources, promoting informed and patient-centered care.
- Led cross-functional team initiatives to optimize operational workflows and resource allocation.
- Completed health screenings for children enrolled. Followed up with parents on abnormal findings to ensure the child received adequate treatment if needed.
- Managed over 500 health conditions/outcomes for children ages 3- 5 years old.
Medical Scribe - Life Care Planning
6 Months- Collaborated in developing long-term care plans for patients with chronic conditions, ensuring personalized care approaches.
- Promoted HIPAA compliance, medical ethics, and integrity in healthcare documentation, safeguarding patient information.
- Documented patient histories and physical examinations to ensure accurate medical records.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline workflow and enhance patient care processes.
Intern
9 Months- Developed maternity care directories and OB emergency response resources to support underserved hospitals.
- Conducted data analysis to support public health initiatives and policy recommendations.
- Assisted in the development of educational materials for community health programs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline project workflows and enhance communication.
Research Assistant - Texas CEAL (NIH-Funded Project)
4 Months- Transformed qualitative focus group data into strategies addressing COVID-19 disparities.
- Presented research findings at Community Engagement Conference, enhancing community awareness of COVID-19 issues.
- Conducted literature reviews to support research initiatives and project development.
- Analyzed data sets using statistical software to ensure accuracy of findings.
Medical Scribe - Emergency Department
10 Months- Documented real-time patient encounters and medical decisions in a high-acuity setting.
- Observed patient care practices to patient care, rapid diagnostics, and interprofessional communication.
- Documented patient histories and physical examinations efficiently during emergency department visits.
- Assisted physicians by accurately transcribing real-time patient interactions and treatment plans.
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring timely updates and compliance with hospital protocols.
Home Tutor
3 Years 4 Months- Developed personalized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented effective study strategies to improve retention and comprehension of subject matter.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged open communication and student participation.
Crew Member
2 Years 1 Month- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced environment, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures and customer interaction techniques.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
- Concentrations: Epidemiology, Human Disease Control, and Pre-Medicine
- NSLS | Women in Medicine Organization
- GPA: 3.4
- Dean's List Spring 2021
Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Research Topics: Maternal & Child Health, Rural and underrepresented communities, Health equity, and Reproductive health.
- Concentration: Health Promotion/Health Education
- Capstone Project: Grant Proposal, developed a grant proposal for a maternal health mobile clinic.
Skills
Clinical documentation
EMR proficiency
HIPAA compliance
Child Health Screenings
Care coordination
Operational Workflow Optimization
Health Outcome Analysis
Program development
Preventive Health Education
Professional ethics
Critical thinking
Interprofessional Communication
Resilience & Adaptability Under Pressure
Emotional intelligence
CPR and BLS certification
Health equity
Certification
- CPR/BLS, CPR Services - July 2025 - July 2027
- Vision Screening, Texas Department State Health Services - June 2025 - June 2030
- Hearing Screening, Texas Department State Health Services - June 2025 - June 2030
Timeline
Health Services Coordinator
Avance Head Start Clinic
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Medical Scribe - Life Care Planning
Physician Life Care Planning
09.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Intern
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
08.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Research Assistant - Texas CEAL (NIH-Funded Project)
Texas Health Science Center
08.2023 - 12.2023Read More
Medical Scribe - Emergency Department
Methodist Hospital
12.2021 - 10.2022Read More
Home Tutor
Private Individual
08.2018 - 12.2021Read More
Crew Member
Wendy's
06.2016 - 07.2018Read More
University of Texas At San Antonio
Bachelor of Science from Public Health
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University of Texas Health Science Center
Master of Public Health (MPH)
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