Samantha Ramirez
Supplemental Healthcare
Elgin,IL
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management.
Work History
Paraprofessional & Temp Sub Teacher
11 Months- Assisted with classwork and daily care of students with special needs, ensuring a safe learning environment
- Documents all goals & behavior of each student/ work directly with students 1:1/
- Assist with classwork and the daily care of students with special needs/maintain safety
Correctional Officer
1 Year 8 Months- Supervise activities of people in our care, supervise activities, Conducted headcounts daily to ensure safety and accountability of individuals in care.
- Provided care and support while preparing accurate incident reports and documentation to maintain facility standards.
- Performed cell searches and escorted individuals within the facility to uphold security protocols.
Security Therapy Aide
5 Months- Observe patients’ behavior and intervene, count patients through the shift.
- Monitored patients’ behavior, intervened as necessary, and accurately counted patients throughout the shift.
- Engaged with patients to provide support and companionship, assist in medication, restrained patients if needed.
Caregiver
9 Months- Assist with daily life activities, Provided support for clients during toileting to ensure comfort and dignity.
- Ran errands, administered medication, and transported clients to ensure timely access to essential services.
- Accompanied clients to doctor appointments and provided daily support to enhance overall well-being.
Coordinator
1 Year 2 Months- Supported clients in engaging group activities, enhancing their daily living skills through play.
- Ensured clients received appropriate care and supervision based on their age group requirements.
- Patrolled hallways to maintain a safe environment for clients at all times.
Schedule Coordinator
1 Year 6 Months- In charge of creating provider’s schedule to visit at home; Updated patient profiles regularly.
- Accepted referral forms from various sources such as insurances, home health agencies, and hospitals.
- Provided service information to prospective patients and resolved scheduling issues for providers and patients.
Medical Assistant
6 Months- Visited patients at home, checked vitals, and reviewed medications for accuracy and refills.
- Ordered DME supplies, scheduled appointments, and provided care and wellness support.
- Transported doctor to patient residences to provide in-home care.
Medical Assistant
1 Year 2 Months- Assist in wound care or any trauma setting/ Provided medications to patients, verifying prescriptions and instructions to ensure patient safety.
- Facilitated EBT testing and immunization processes, ensuring compliance with federal and non-federal regulations for drug testing, including DOT exams.
- Answered calls regarding medical inquiries, including insurance, billing, and patient scheduling, providing clear and accurate information.
Education
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Correctional Officer Training Certificate
Skills
Patient care coordination
Patient assessment
Crisis intervention
Specialized instructional support
Small group and individual assistance
Bilingual communication
Customer engagement
Microsoft Office proficiency
Certification
- Paraprofessional License
- Licensed Substitute Teacher
- Crisis Prevention - 09/2023-Present
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
Paraprofessional & Temp Sub Teacher
Supplemental Healthcare
09.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Correctional Officer
Racine Correctional Institution
02.2024 - 10.2025Read More
Security Therapy Aide
Elgin Mental Health Hospital
09.2023 - 02.2024Read More
Caregiver
Assisting Hands
01.2023 - 10.2023Read More
Coordinator
Maryville Academy
01.2022 - 03.2023Read More
Schedule Coordinator
7 Hills Healthcare Center
04.2019 - 10.2020Read More
Medical Assistant
1st Physicians
10.2018 - 04.2019Read More
Medical Assistant
Physicians Immediate care
08.2017 - 10.2018Read More
State of WI
Correctional Officer Training Certificate
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Westwood College
Diploma from Medical Assistant
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Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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