Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
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Lisa Kessel
Huntsville,Texas
Summary
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
GETCAP-Head Start
Teacher's Assistant
05.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Helped teachers recognize learning issues evidenced in one-to-one support instruction.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Developed materials for classroom teachers to support instruction, lab work or in-class activities.
Huntsville Pediatric And Adult Medicine
Medical Records Clerk
12.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Developed and maintained organized filing system for medical records to adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Supported medical staff by providing organized and accurate medical records.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Responded effectively to requests for medical records from legal representatives, insurance companies, and other authorized parties in timely manner.
- Assisted in training new Medical Records Clerks, sharing best practices for managing files efficiently while maintaining confidentiality.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses, providing timely access to accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Supported clinical decision-making by promptly delivering requested medical records to healthcare providers.
- Reviewed medical records for completeness and filed records in alphabetic and numeric order.
- Followed up with medical staff regarding missing information in patient records.
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
Correctional Officer V
12.2003 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Assisted in training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Worked with supervisors to maintain daily schedules.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Answered multi-line phones and transferred calls to appropriate department.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Contributed to positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within correctional setting, promoting inclusive environment for all individuals present.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
Education
Purdue UniversityWest Lafayette, IN
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
05.2025
University Overview
Skills
- Materials Preparation
- Positive Attitude
- Effective Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Powerpoint Presentations
- Excel
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Punctual and Dependable
- Organizational and Planning Skills
- Adaptive Learning
- Conflict Resolution
Quote
"Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall."
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
GETCAP-Head Start
05.2022 - Current
Medical Records Clerk
Huntsville Pediatric And Adult Medicine
12.2020 - 05.2022
Correctional Officer V
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
12.2003 - 09.2020
Purdue University
Associate of Applied Science from Early Childhood Education
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