- Volunteer Work
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Fundraising Events
- Advocacy Campaigns
- Coding and Programming
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Samantha Sanford
South Yarmouth,MA
Summary
As a highly motivated and dedicated full-time online student pursuing an associate degree in Public Health Informatics and Technology, I consistently maintain excellent academic grades and actively participate in the school’s honor society. My experience as a Personal Care Assistant has equipped me with the skills to provide compassionate care for disabled individuals. I am passionate about Public Health and committed to making a difference in the community through my volunteer work at an addiction harm reduction program.
I excel at balancing academic responsibilities, work commitments, and volunteer activities, and I am eager to apply and expand my knowledge in public health informatics and technology. I am a skilled multitasker with strong work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. I bring valuable experience as a personal care assistant, providing compassionate care for disabled individuals. My passion for public health drives me to make a difference in the community through volunteering at an addiction harm reduction program.
I am seeking opportunities to apply and expand my knowledge in public health informatics and technology. I have a strong commitment to both academic and professional excellence evident through my temporary summer position at Bright View Health, I was able to demonstrate proficiency in data analysis and patient care, leading to streamline operations and enhanced patient satisfaction. My approach is characterized by keen attention to detail and a proactive attitude, ensuring high quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student
Middlesex Community College
09.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to fellow students on academic issues.
- Participated in a variety of campus events, such as career fairs, lectures, and workshops.
- Gave presentations on current topics relevant to the curriculum.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Balanced school with extracurricular activities and built social connections for personal and professional growth.
- Worked as team member on complex academic projects.
- Followed course syllabus or lesson plan to perform and submit coursework and assignments.
- Joined extracurricular activities to explore interests or passions outside classroom.
- Attended classes or courses to attain subject mastery and formal recognition.
- Devoted time outside of class to do homework, labs or class preparation.
- Learned new methods, processes and procedures for research and writing.
- Attended classes and lectures to procure and absorb materials from handouts, textbooks or in-class presentations.
- Prepared reports, presentations and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Built positive relationships with professors and assisted with research and innovation.
- Used student resources and asked professors, assistants, dean and other leaders for support.
- Developed and practiced study techniques to retain information and meet assignment objectives.
- Applied course concepts by attending small group discussions and re-summarizing with classmates.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
Temporary Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Bright View Health
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Responded to correspondence from insurance companies to verify patient's coverage.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Completed administrative patient intakes with case histories, insurance information and mandated forms.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
- Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
Volunteer
Boston Public health commission AHOPE Program
12.2023 - 01.2024
- As a volunteer at AHOPE Harm Reduction and needle exchange program my responsibilities were to assist clients with disposal of old needles in proper safety containers, obtain clean needles and other harm reduction supplies like water, alcohol wipes, portable disposable containers etc
- I also helped with referrals to infectious disease counseling and addiction treatment and did admission process for new clients at AHOPE.
PCA
Serenity Sanctuary
11.2016 - 09.2023
- Responsible for client with developmental disabilities(autism)
- Provided personal care assistance to elderly and disabled individuals in their homes, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring, toileting and feeding.
- Maintained accurate records of client care services provided on a daily basis.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, washing dishes and vacuuming carpets.
- Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to elderly clients experiencing loneliness or depression.
- Ensured safety of patients by using appropriate lifting techniques while assisting them with mobility activities.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
Education
Associate of Science - Public Health Informatics And Technology
Middlesex Community College
Bedford, MA12.2025
GED -
Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA10-2012
Skills
- Time management
- Data analysis skills
- Customer service
- Organizational skills
- Project management
- Operations Support
- Presentation Development
- Database Updating
- Appointment Setting
- File and Document Management
- Information Research and Sourcing
- Event Organization
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Computer Skills
- Study Techniques
- Positive Attitude
- Flexible Schedule
- MS Office
- Networking
- Team Collaboration
- Email and Telephone Etiquette
- Punctual and Reliable
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society 2024
- The National Leadership and Success Honor Society 2024
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- QPR
- Public Health Informatics and Technology Micro Credential
Interests
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- National Society for Leadership & Success
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Work Preference
Work Type
InternshipPart TimeFull TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsQuote
Never let yesterday use up too much of today.
Will Rogers
Software
Data Visualization software such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView
Electronic Health Records (EHR) Epic, and Carelogic
Health Information Exchange
Health Data Exchange with various health data systems and databases
Predictive Analysis using software tools like Tableau or Microsoft Azure
Timeline
Temporary Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Bright View Health
05.2024 - 09.2024
Volunteer
Boston Public health commission AHOPE Program
12.2023 - 01.2024
Student
Middlesex Community College
09.2023 - Current
PCA
Serenity Sanctuary
11.2016 - 09.2023
- CPR/AED Certification
- QPR
- Public Health Informatics and Technology Micro Credential
Associate of Science - Public Health Informatics And Technology
Middlesex Community College
GED -
Cape Cod Community College
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