Currently working as the substitute Patient Access Representative for the Breast Center at St. Anthony's Hospital. Wanting to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel.
Twenty years experience in preschool, substitute, and elementary teaching experience. Past tutor for the Wilson Reading Program for dyslexic students, as well as teaching Handwriting Without Tears and creative writing. Trained in the GT Boot Camp training for general transcription.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Access Representative
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2022 - Current
Secured patient information in compliance with HIPAA privacy rule standards to protect patient's privacy.
Collected and entered patient demographic and insurance data into computer database to establish patient's medical record.
Performed patient registration functions to serve as initial contact point for Breast Center visits.
Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
Identified insurance payment sources and listed payers in proper sequence to establish chain of payment.
Contributed to reduction of accounts receivables by adhering to predetermined policies and procedures to recover amounts due from patients.
Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
Helped address client complaints through timely corrective actions and appropriate referrals.
Elementary Teacher
CHALLENGE TO EXCELLENCE CHARTER SCHOOL, DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOLAND LITTLETON, SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Parker, CO
11.2006 - 07.2013
2nd and 3rd
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Incorporated [Software] technology into lesson planning to create engaging, multi-dimensional lessons.
Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
Created and led 2 field trips and hands-on activities to foster creativity.
Integrated technology into 50% of daily lesson plans.
Tutored 3 students each year in reading.
Elementary Teacher
LAWTON PUBLIC
Lawton, OK
09.2003 - 06.2005
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
Created and led 2 field trips and hands-on activities to foster creativity.
Substitute Teacher
LAWTON PUBLIC, SCHOOLS
Littleton, Parker, CO
11.2005 - 11.2006
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
Elementary Teacher
LAWTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
Lawton, OK
08.1999 - 08.2002
Prepared materials for lessons, assignments and assessments and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Communicated student progress, academic difficulties or behavioral concerns to parents, guardians and administration using tact and professionalism to improve student academic performance.
Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns.
Evaluated individual student abilities and created action plans based on current level and desired growth goals to support preparedness for transition to next grade level.
Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
Included multicultural awareness in class discussions to meet state standards.
Supervised students based on licensing, administration and compliance standards to promote safe, clean and nurturing classroom environment.
Liaised with other faculty and staff to monitor halls, bathrooms, playgrounds and lunchrooms.
Created and led 2 field trips and hands-on activities to foster creativity.
Substitute Teacher
SHERMAN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL SYSTEM
Sherman, TX
08.1997 - 04.1998
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
Developed rules and set goals to maintain order in classroom.
Assigned, explained and graded homework.
Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Director of Read to Win Program
SHERMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Lawton, OK
04.1998 - 05.1999
Of the Read to Win Program
Coordinated city wide "Read Aloud" program to encourage and establish reading habits in preschool children, and their parents
Organized and presented story time activities to twelve disadvantage or at-risk preschools.
Volunteer
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Sherman, TX
09.1992 - 05.1994
Assisted classroom teachers with photocopying or other classroom duties
Served as PTA secretary
for two years
Organized school book fair for two years.
Preschool Teacher
SATURN ROAD PRESCHOOL
Sherman, TX
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Assisted and supervised 14 children through entire school day.
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Preschool Teacher
SONSHINE SCHOOL PRESCHOOL
Sherman, TX
2, 3, and 4 year olds)
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Assisted and supervised 10 children through entire school day.
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH EDUCATION
University of Central Oklahoma
Skills
GT Boot Camp General Transcription Training
Wilson Reading Program Training
Handwriting Without Tears Training
Step Up to Writing Training
Courage To Risk Conf for Special Need Children
Google Computer Training
Smart Board Training
Imagine It! Reading Program Training
Communicating with Parents and Teachers
Collaborative and Team-Oriented
Accomplishments
Nominated for Apple Teacher of the Year in Douglas County.
Hobbies
Water Color Painting Artist
Crochet
Reading
Timeline
Patient Access Representative
SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City
01.2022 - Current
Elementary Teacher
CHALLENGE TO EXCELLENCE CHARTER SCHOOL, DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOLAND LITTLETON, SCHOOL DISTRICTS
11.2006 - 07.2013
Substitute Teacher
LAWTON PUBLIC, SCHOOLS
11.2005 - 11.2006
Elementary Teacher
LAWTON PUBLIC
09.2003 - 06.2005
Elementary Teacher
LAWTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
08.1999 - 08.2002
Director of Read to Win Program
SHERMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
04.1998 - 05.1999
Substitute Teacher
SHERMAN INDEPENDENT SCHOOL SYSTEM
08.1997 - 04.1998
Volunteer
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
09.1992 - 05.1994
Preschool Teacher
SATURN ROAD PRESCHOOL
Preschool Teacher
SONSHINE SCHOOL PRESCHOOL
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH EDUCATION
University of Central Oklahoma
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