Lisa Witherington
About Lisa Witherington
Lisa Witherington serves as an Ambulance Communications Officer Supervisor at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, a position she has held since 2001. She has a diverse educational background in legal and medical office administration, as well as experience in various roles within the healthcare and administrative sectors.
Current Role at Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
Lisa Witherington serves as an Ambulance Communications Officer Supervisor at the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. She has held this position since 2001, accumulating extensive experience in emergency communications and management within the healthcare sector.
Education and Certifications
Lisa Witherington has a diverse educational background. She studied Legal Office Administration at Mohawk College from 1993 to 1995. She also completed several programs at Fleming College, including Medical Office Procedures, Medical OHIP Billing, and multiple Patient Navigator Programs between 2018 and 2020. Additionally, she pursued Medical Terminology at Mohawk College in 2017. In 2021, she completed a course in Animal and Pet Reiki through Udemy.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role, Lisa Witherington worked in various capacities at National Steel Car Ltd, including Human Resources Administrator and Payroll Administrator from 1995 to 2001. She also served as a First Aid Attendant and worked as a Records Clerk at Hamilton-Wentworth Detention Centre in 1995. These roles contributed to her skills in administration and emergency response.
Professional Development
Lisa Witherington has engaged in continuous professional development throughout her career. She has completed multiple Patient Navigator programs at Fleming College, focusing on health promotion and interpersonal collaboration. Her commitment to education is evident through her various certifications in medical terminology and office procedures.
High School Education
Lisa Witherington completed her Ontario Secondary School Diploma at Sir Winston Churchill Secondary School from 1989 to 1993. This foundational education provided her with the skills necessary for her subsequent studies and career in health and administration.