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Donna Priest

Southport

Summary

Dedicated employee with high integrity, strong work ethic and great leadership skills. Highly motivated with extensive customer service skills adaptable to any industry. Exceptional ability to work with others to create a strong team player atmosphere. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.


Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Classical Charter Schools of Southport
10.2022 - Current
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.

Medical Secretary

Digestive Diseases Associates
12.2019 - 07.2022
  • Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
  • Kept information confidential and followed HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient trust.
  • Registered new patients in electronic medical records prior to appointment scheduling.
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.

Medical Secretary

Advanced Urology Associates
06.2018 - 12.2019
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Located, checked in and pulled medical records for patient appointments and incomplete charts.
  • Kept information confidential and followed HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient trust.
  • Documented patient medical information, case histories and insurance details to facilitate smooth appointments and payment processing.
  • Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
  • Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.

Medical Receptionist

Ramapo Radiology Associates
05.2017 - 06.2018
  • Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash and cleaning glass.
  • Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.

Teaching Assistant

Nyack Union Free School District
10.2012 - 05.2017

Designated Primary Project Teaching Assistant

  • Facilitated play therapy program to K-2 students
  • Analyze data to record individual students success
  • Provide Data collected to RTI committee to decide future services for students

Designated Choice Program Teaching Assistant

  • Facilitate NYS core curriculum for Special Educations students
  • Provide support implementing behavioral plans for individual Special Eduction students
  • Provide general support to classroom Special Education teacher.

Provide additional support to teachers in general education classes


Teaching Assistant

North Rockland Central School District
09.2005 - 10.2012
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Created lesson materials, visuals and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
  • Pushed into elementary level classrooms to provide additional literacy programs
  • Implemented and Facilitated Peer Mediation Training Program
  • Provided general classroom support to teachers from K-8
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.

Education

St Thomas Aquinas College

Skills

  • Positive attitude
  • Excellent Communication
  • Calm and patient demeanor
  • Helping students with special needs
  • Multitasking ability
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Small group and individual assistance

Education

Sparkill, NY

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Classical Charter Schools of Southport
10.2022 - Current

Medical Secretary

Digestive Diseases Associates
12.2019 - 07.2022

Medical Secretary

Advanced Urology Associates
06.2018 - 12.2019

Medical Receptionist

Ramapo Radiology Associates
05.2017 - 06.2018

Teaching Assistant

Nyack Union Free School District
10.2012 - 05.2017

Teaching Assistant

North Rockland Central School District
09.2005 - 10.2012

St Thomas Aquinas College
Donna Priest