Paige Fisher has spent her career caring for patients in diverse ways.
After completing an Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) degree, the Lehigh Valley native worked for a decade as a licensed PTA in acute care and rehabilitation settings in Florida and Pennsylvania. She says the work was rewarding–especially seeing patients make progress.
“I developed a passion for patient care and eventually became interested in the administrative side of healthcare,” Fisher says. “I wanted to be able to help from a broader perspective.”
To this end, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration from University of West Florida in 2022 and then joined the Department of Surgery as Project Manager in July 2023. This newly formed role affords Fisher opportunities to make a difference through both administrative activities and direct patient interactions. Some of her administrative responsibilities include supporting payroll management, maintaining licensure verification, and ensuring provider information accuracy within the Epic® electronic health records (EHR) system.
Fisher also chairs the Department of Surgery’s Patient Experience Workgroup focused on improving patient experience by addressing specific issues and encouraging ongoing, open communication among team members. In addition to reviewing survey data and comments, Fisher makes rounds to get direct feedback. For example, after the new Honickman Center opened, some patients expressed a desire for additional privacy measures. Together with the workgroup, Fisher helped identify and implement a solution: privacy screens.
Fisher also chairs the department’s Wellness Committee, communicating regularly about events, information, and other resources to help employees prioritize and maintain their own health and wellness.
Outside work, Fisher enjoys spending time with her fiancé, Jay, and their two cats, Jasmine and Mocha. She also loves traveling (favorite destination: San Diego), exercising and cooking.
Recommended Citation
(2024)
"Paige Fisher, PTA,"
Jefferson Surgical Solutions: Vol. 20:
Iss.
2, Article 3.
Available at:
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/jss/vol20/iss2/3