Erica Heslet
@ericaheslet
Certified Peer Specialist who empowers patients with SUD support and recovery education.
What I'm looking for
I’m a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) providing patient-focused support for substance use disorder and recovery. At Montefiore & Presbyterian Hospital, I create a safe space, help patients explore treatment options, educate others on MOUD and MAUD, and lead inpatient virtual groups weekly. I also provide outpatient treatment resources, communicate with STARS on patients’ behalf, attend peer supervisor meetings monthly, and document interactions in Cerner.
Previously at Western Psychiatric Hospital, I advocated for and ensured proper care by engaging patients, addressing questions and concerns, reviewing safety plans for discharge, and administering admissions while working side by side with clinical staff. Before healthcare roles, I built strong front-desk and customer service experience as a Front Desk Coordinator and Beauty Advisor, and I trained in clinical care as a Dental Assistant—supporting procedures, infection control, and imaging using iTero and XCP equipment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Peer Specialist 1
Montefiore & Presbyterian Hospital
Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Provided support to patients with substance use disorder needs, including education on MOUD and MAUD. Led and recruited inpatient virtual groups, coordinated with STARS, and documented patient interactions in Cerner.
Peer Specialist 1
Western Psychiatric Hospital
Feb 2023 - Apr 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Advocated for patients and ensured proper care by answering questions and addressing concerns. Supported admissions and reviewed safety plans for discharged patients.
Handled sales transactions and returns while greeting clients and promoting current offers. Provided consultations on beauty and skincare products and routines.
Front Desk Coordinator
NADG
Jun 2020 - Jan 2021 (7 months)
Coordinated patient check-in and check-out for dental appointments, including collecting payments and confirming appointments. Managed insurance verification and claims while handling phones and scheduling.
Assisted with four-handed dentistry by preparing rooms and setting up trays according to procedures. Used iTero machines, supported dental procedures, and sterilized instruments using autoclave and ultrasonic equipment.
Used iTero to take impressions and consulted patients about clear aligners. Notated teeth numbers for the doctor.
Externship
Shadyside Dentistry Dr. Leahy
Feb 2019 - Apr 2019 (2 months)
Assisted the dentist with procedures including extractions, fillings, and repairs of crowns and bridges. Practiced infection control, took impressions, supported digital x-rays, and helped with scheduling and billing write-outs.
Education
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Pittsburgh Career Institute
High school diploma, PA Cyber Skills
Activities and societies: Training topics included sterilization, infection control, scheduling, and dental/medical imaging.
Completed a high school diploma program at Pittsburgh Career Institute along with PA Cyber Skills training (including Sterilization for 1 year).
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