Linda Brown
Woodbine,MD
Summary
Experienced para-educator with strengths in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and IEP support. Skilled at guiding small groups, reinforcing curriculum, and supporting meaningful student progress.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Para-educator
Howard County Schools
09.2000 - 07.2018
- Implemented IEP accommodations and behavior plans to meet individual student needs.
- Monitored student progress and documented observations for teacher review and intervention planning.
- Assisted with small-group instruction to strengthen reading, math, and communication skills.
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lessons, modeling skills, and guiding student practice.
Cardiology Technician
Carroll Hospital
03.2010 - 02.2011
- Performed resting ECGs, stress tests, and cardiac monitoring with accurate lead placement and tracing quality.
- Prepared patients for cardiology procedures, explaining instructions and reducing anxiety before diagnostic testing.
- Interpreted rhythm strips and reported abnormal cardiac findings promptly to physicians and nursing staff.
- Monitored telemetry equipment, verified signal integrity, and resolved technical issues to maintain continuous observation.
- Documented test results, patient responses, and procedural notes in electronic medical records with precision.
- Calibrated and maintained cardiology equipment, following infection control and safety protocols throughout clinical workflows.
Registrar
St Agnes Hospital
01.1987 - 01.2002
- Registered patients accurately, capturing demographics, insurance, and consent information in hospital information systems.
- Verified coverage details and eligibility to support timely admissions and reduce registration errors.
- Coordinated patient intake workflows, ensuring smooth movement through emergency, outpatient, and inpatient services.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality standards during sensitive patient interactions.
- Assisted patients with forms, insurance questions, and appointment logistics using clear, professional communication.
- Trained new registrars on front desk procedures, data accuracy, and patient service expectations.
- Organized, reviewed, and filed paperwork for secure recordkeeping.
- Greeted every guest with a a personable approach and provided knowledgeable service.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Verified paperwork accuracy and checked for completion prior to processing.
- Updated computer system with latest information to keep records current and accurate.
- Maintained positive relationships with faculty members to facilitate seamless coordination on course offerings, schedules, and other academic matters impacting students'' experiences.
Operating Room Technician
Union Memorial Hospital
01.1990 - 12.1990
- Maintained sterile field throughout procedures, following infection control and safety protocols.
- Assisted surgeons and nursing staff with instrument handling, positioning, and procedural support.
- Sterilized surgical instruments and organized case carts for efficient room turnover.
- Prepared operating rooms with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies to support uninterrupted surgical workflow.
- Troubleshot equipment and resolved setup issues before procedures began.
- Coordinated room readiness and workflow to support safe, consistent surgical operations.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, confirming sufficient inventory levels prior to procedures.
- Adhered to universal precautions, applying aseptic techniques to operating room equipment and personnel.
- Maintained functional knowledge of operational procedures to anticipate needs of surgeons.
- Confirmed presence of required medical equipment prior to scheduled appointments.
- Verified compliance with sterile field protocols, immediately reporting breaches to [Type] supervisor during procedures.
- Opened and distributed sterile supplies during medical procedures.
- Participated in OR quality initiatives, providing constructive feedback to enhance future performance.
- Facilitated timely surgeries by setting up and breaking down operating rooms efficiently according to established procedures.
- Assisted in various surgical procedures, demonstrating versatility in different specialties within the operating room environment.
- Contributed to successful surgeries by anticipating surgeon needs and promptly providing required tools and instruments.
- Improved patient care by assisting in the preparation and maintenance of sterile surgical environments.
- Enhanced surgical efficiency by maintaining accurate inventory and stocking operating rooms with necessary supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Catonsville High School
Catonsville, MDAssociate of Arts - General/medical
The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MDSkills
- IEP development
- Special education
- Team collaboration
- Small group instruction
- Behavior management
- Tailored instruction
- Classroom management
- Collaboration skills
- Student advocacy
Timeline
Cardiology Technician
Carroll Hospital
03.2010 - 02.2011
Para-educator
Howard County Schools
09.2000 - 07.2018
Operating Room Technician
Union Memorial Hospital
01.1990 - 12.1990
Registrar
St Agnes Hospital
01.1987 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Catonsville High School
Associate of Arts - General/medical
The Community College of Baltimore County