Theresa Mikita-Lepiane
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Versatile professional with a rich background ranging from authoring under pseudonyms like Isabella Thorne to managing medical office operations at RM Lepiane, MD. Excelled in creating engaging content, demonstrating originality and genre knowledge, alongside streamlining healthcare processes. Proven ability in literary analysis and operational improvements, showcasing a blend of creative and analytical prowess.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dogwalker
Rover.com
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Observed surrounding environment for any potential hazards that could affect the safety of the pet being walked.
- Kept detailed records of walks, including duration, behavior notes, and any incidents.
- Provided pet sitting services, including feeding and overnight care when necessary.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Provided daily walks for various dog breeds, ensuring each pet's physical activity needs were met.
Author
Self Employed Writer
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2006 - 02.2025
- Prepared and formatted work for publication and submitted to printers or publishers.
- Created outlines for books, articles, stories, or scripts based on research findings and personal experience.
- Maintained a portfolio of published works available online or in print format.
- See pseudonyms: Isabella Thorne Arwilda Allshouse
Race Horse Trainer
Self Employed Services
Enon Valley, PA
01.2000 - 03.2020
- Instructed grooms on proper feeding schedules and stall cleaning routines in order to maintain a healthy living environment for all horses in the stable.
- Offered expert advice to jockeys on riding strategies to enhance horse performance.
- Analyzed past performances of racehorses from other stables in order to gain insight into weaknesses that could be exploited during future competitions.
- Coordinated care and upkeep of thoroughbred and standardized racehorses and yearlings and equipped horses to be champion athletes.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals.
- Monitored horses during workouts and races to assess their progress.
- Administered medications such as antibiotics or vitamins according to veterinarian instructions when necessary.
Medical Office Manager
RM Lepiane, MD (ex husband)
Enon Valley, PA
01.1990 - 01.2016
- Implemented an electronic health record system that streamlined workflow across departments.
- Managed staff scheduling and set patient scheduling policy.
- Negotiated and reviewed contracts, rates and terms with current facilities and suppliers.
- Established work procedures or schedules to organize daily work of administrative staff.
- Pitched in to help with office tasks during busy periods and staff absences.
- Monitored office supplies to replenish needed inventory before depletion.
- Maintained accurate patient data, including medical history, laboratory results, billing information and other relevant documents.
- Analyzed internal processes and recommended and implemented procedural or policy changes to improve operations.
- Participated in budgeting activities for the practice by analyzing cost trends over time.
Middle School Teacher (Math Science English)
Presentation Catholic School
Midland, PA
09.1982 - 06.1988
- Motivated students with positive reinforcement techniques to encourage engagement in the classroom.
- Attended variety of professional development workshops centered on learning goals, classroom management, student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss individual student progress.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education: Elementary and English minor in Math
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05-1982
Skills
- World-building
- Revision techniques
- Originality
- Plot structuring
- Genre knowledge
- Literary analysis
- Target audience awareness
- Publishing industry understanding
Certification
- Licensed Thoroughbred trainer
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Achieved pleasant workflow by completing scheduling with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved fiscal responsibility through effectively helping with scheduling of paying vs non paying patients.
- Documented and resolved lack of CME credits which led to updates for the entire staff.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets for office supplies and medical supplies.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Timeline
Dogwalker
Rover.com
01.2024 - Current
Author
Self Employed Writer
01.2006 - 02.2025
Race Horse Trainer
Self Employed Services
01.2000 - 03.2020
Medical Office Manager
RM Lepiane, MD (ex husband)
01.1990 - 01.2016
Middle School Teacher (Math Science English)
Presentation Catholic School
09.1982 - 06.1988
Bachelor of Science - Education: Elementary and English minor in Math
Duquesne University
Similar Profiles
Meghan NorrisMeghan Norris
Pet Sitter at Rover.comPet Sitter at Rover.com
Caitlyn SmithCaitlyn Smith
Pet Sitter at Rover.comPet Sitter at Rover.com
Madelynn LeBlancMadelynn LeBlanc
Animal Concierge at Rover.comAnimal Concierge at Rover.com
Katherine MoralesKatherine Morales
Pet Sitter at Rover.comPet Sitter at Rover.com
Catazja HendersonCatazja Henderson
Patient Care Technician at Allegheny General HospitalPatient Care Technician at Allegheny General Hospital