Samantha Reese
York,PA
Summary
Helpful Patient Transporter with hands-on experience escorting patients throughout medical facilities. Patient-oriented and compassionate with strong attention to patient safety and care. Excellent bedside manner and outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Transporter
UPMC
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and timely transportation.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
- Ensured patient safety by properly positioning patients on stretchers, wheelchairs, and other transport equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while being transported around the facility, ensuring their dignity was preserved at all times.
Dance Instructor
Dance Expressions
09.2017 - Current
- Worked in a team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to all clients
- Participated in workshops to learn new skills and keep current on the latest artistic techniques
- Planned and oversaw group, couples and individual dance performances
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students by appointment
- Developed professional relationships with different dance professionals, choreographers and performers by actively listening and effectively communicating.
- Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse dance styles and techniques in lessons.
Toddler Teacher
West York KinderCare
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Offered detailed daily reports that outlined each child's activities
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps
- Monitored Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development
- Encouraged early literacy through read-aloud time and alphabet games
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
Waitress/Hostess Trainer
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
03.2013 - 01.2020
- Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies, dietary needs and other special requests
- Answered front of house phone to inform customers of wait times, take reservations and record to-go orders
- Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers and maintain proper sanitation
- Checked order accuracy and food quality before delivering to customers
- Trained new employees on proper food handling, guest expectations and restaurant protocols
- Inquired about guest satisfaction, anticipated additional needs and happily fulfilled requests.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Central Penn College
Summerdale, PA08.2024
High School Diploma -
Central York High School
York, PA01.2013
Skills
- Quick learner
- Time management skills
- Customer service
- Safety measures
- Efficient
- Patient Safety
- Patient Communication
- Staff Coordination
Timeline
Patient Transporter
UPMC
06.2022 - Current
Toddler Teacher
West York KinderCare
01.2020 - 06.2022
Dance Instructor
Dance Expressions
09.2017 - Current
Waitress/Hostess Trainer
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
03.2013 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology
Central Penn College
High School Diploma -
Central York High School
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