Leya Engdaw
Columbia,MD
Summary
As a driven and dedicated Master of Health Administration student with a passion for advancing healthcare systems, I am thrilled to apply for the graduate assistantship opportunity. My academic achievements, combined with practical experience in healthcare administration have equipped me with valuable skills in data analysis, project management, and team collaboration. I am committed to making a positive impact in the healthcare industry, and I believe that the graduate assistant position will be an instrumental stepping stone towards achieving my career goal of improving healthcare accessibility and efficiency. I am eager to contribute my knowledge and enthusiasm to support the department's initiatives while gaining valuable professional experience that complements my academic journey.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Clerical Specialist
UMMS Capitol Region Health
11.2021 - Current
- Providing clerical support to an assigned nursing unit such as assembling and maintaining patients' charts, scheduling diagnostic procedures, and completing admission and transfer/discharge forms
- Transcribing physician orders to all appropriate forms and records accurately
- Maintaining the medical record during inpatient stays; assuring the application of diagnostic reports; supplying documentation materials; removing inactive portions and preparing closed charts for the Medical Records Department
- Preparing medical records for departmental/outside facility diagnostic tests/transfers and discharges
- Monitored security to help maintain equipment, data and information safety.
- Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
- Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
- Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
Volunteer
UMMS Prince George's Hospital,
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Supported nurses in their daily operations
- Assisted patients and their families with anything they need
- Assisted nurses by keeping track of discharges and admitted patients
- Organized patients’ charts and any supplies needed on the floor.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
General Biology Laboratory Assistance
Howard Community College
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing
- Cleaned lab materials and placed them in a proper place
- Cleaned and organized specimen slides
- Assisted my supervisor with preparing the lab manual using Microsoft Word.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Masters Degree - Health Administration
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - General Study & Life Science
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD05.2019
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Hardworking
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- General Management Skills,
- Team Work Skill
- Excel Spreadsheets
- Epic Software
- Organizing and Categorizing
- Bilingual
Languages
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Clerical Specialist
UMMS Capitol Region Health
11.2021 - Current
Volunteer
UMMS Prince George's Hospital,
02.2021 - 11.2021
General Biology Laboratory Assistance
Howard Community College
09.2018 - 01.2019
Masters Degree - Health Administration
University of Maryland - College Park
Bachelor of Science - Public Health Science
University of Maryland - College Park
Associate of Applied Science - General Study & Life Science
Howard Community College
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