Shirley Dash
Kanata,ON
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homemaker
Self-employed
07.2007 - Current
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Administrative Assistant
Dentist
01.1996 - 06.2007
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Answered phone system and delivered messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements.
- Supported staff through scheduling appointments.
- Liaised with patients and maintained effective lines of communication.
- Managed budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.
Occupational Therapist
St. James Medical Complex
10.1991 - 10.1992
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Utilized assistive technology devices when necessary while working closely with vendors/providers on device selection and customization process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
Occupational Therapist
McKellar General Hospital
05.1990 - 05.1991
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Utilized assistive technology devices when necessary while working closely with vendors/providers on device selection and customization process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Mount Mary College
Milwaukee, Wisconsin12.1989
Bachelor of Arts - General
Acadia University
Wolfville, NS04.1983
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Problem-Solving
- Flexible and Adaptable
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Certification
- First Aid, CPR. 2019
Timeline
Homemaker
Self-employed
07.2007 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Dentist
01.1996 - 06.2007
Occupational Therapist
St. James Medical Complex
10.1991 - 10.1992
Occupational Therapist
McKellar General Hospital
05.1990 - 05.1991
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Mount Mary College
Bachelor of Arts - General
Acadia University
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