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Amanda Schafer

Millersville

Summary

Dedicated substitute teacher with expertise in classroom management and effective communication. Proven ability to maintain student focus and deliver engaging lessons across diverse grade levels. Detail-oriented professional skilled in scheduling coordination and patient interaction. Experience in implementing efficient administrative processes and maintaining compliance, ensuring a safe and organized learning environment for students and patients alike.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher

Meadow Heights R2 District
Patton
08.2021 - Current
  • Delivered engaging lessons to diverse classrooms across multiple grade levels.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain student focus and discipline.
  • Supervised students during lunch and recess to promote a safe environment.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.

Surgery Scheduler

St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
Cape Girardeau
11.2019 - 04.2020
  • Scheduled surgical appointments using electronic medical record systems.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and nursing staff to confirm availability.
  • Communicated with patients regarding pre-operative instructions and scheduling details.
  • Verified insurance information and obtained necessary authorizations for procedures.
  • Maintained compliance with hospital policies during appointment scheduling processes.
  • Performed data entry into various computer systems related to surgery scheduling.
  • Ensured that all required documents were obtained prior to scheduled procedures.
  • Scheduled follow-up appointments as designated by physician.
  • Adhered to HIPAA guidelines when handling confidential information.
  • Worked with operating facilities to schedule procedures on behalf of surgeons.
  • Provided patient education and answered questions regarding the surgery process.
  • Checked patient insurance and collected pre-authorizations from providers.

Scheduler

Cape Care For Women
Cape Girardeau
10.2016 - 11.2019
  • Coordinated scheduling for patient appointments and staff availability.
  • Assisted in developing efficient scheduling processes for improved workflow.
  • Monitored appointment status and adjusted schedules as needed.
  • Trained new staff on scheduling software and procedures effectively.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Performed data entry into computer systems for tracking purposes.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Answered phones and routed voicemails to respective employees.
  • Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.

Administrative Partner

St. Francis Medical Center
Cape Girardeau
04.2005 - 12.2017
  • Managed scheduling for medical staff and coordinated patient appointments efficiently.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to enhance workflow and collaboration.
  • Organized patient records and maintained confidentiality in compliance with regulations.
  • Implemented filing systems to streamline document retrieval and improve organization.
  • Processed and distributed incoming and outgoing correspondence efficiently.
  • Processed incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate departments promptly.
  • Prepared patient charts and updated information accurately before appointments.
  • Tracked lab results, radiology images and other diagnostic tests requested by physicians.
  • Worked in high-volume department to answer telephone calls and route connections to appropriate departments or staff.
  • Transcribed doctors' orders, including medication and lab test requests.
  • Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Education

Jackson Senior High School
Jackson Missouri
05-2003

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Student assessment
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Educational technology
  • Patient scheduling

Affiliations

Committee Chairman Troop 247 Scouting America

PTO Committee Meadow Heights

Certification

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Substitute Certificate of License to Teach

CPR Certified

Timeline

Substitute Teacher

Meadow Heights R2 District
08.2021 - Current

Surgery Scheduler

St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center
11.2019 - 04.2020

Scheduler

Cape Care For Women
10.2016 - 11.2019

Administrative Partner

St. Francis Medical Center
04.2005 - 12.2017

Jackson Senior High School
Amanda Schafer