EVELYN SALAS
14307 Apache Pine Ln, Crosby,TX
Summary
Demonstrated success in public health project and team management, including epidemiology, statistical analysis and literature reviews. Skilled in technical writing, surveillance and field research. Results-driven and proactive with a diligent, responsive and resourceful nature. Experienced in promoting health of diverse populations, preventing diseases and optimizing current tracking, assessment and containment programs. Motivated to strengthen responses by thoroughly analyzing and interpreting eoidemiological data.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emerging Disease Healthcare Liaison
Harris County Public Health
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct epidemiology surveillance investigations for conditions that require reporting, such as outbreaks, targeted active surveillance, and public health emergencies.
- Perform preventive measures and maintain firm safety levels to avoid spread of infection and disease in long-term care facilities.
- Developed effective training programs to help staff understand and implement critical protections.
- Educated staff about importance of using measures to prevent spread of flu and other communicable disease.
Epidemiology Investigator
CDC Foundation
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Investigated and identified confirmed and suspected coronavirus cases, also documenting potentially affected contacts.
- Contacted people exposed to individuals with COVID-19, assessed symptoms and referred for testing.
- Coordinated with public health and local facilities to support isolation and quarantine of individuals.
Education
Master of Science - Epidemiology
The University of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
Houston, TX12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX01.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Software & Statistical Analysis Software (SPSS, STATA, & R) proficiency
- Data Collections & Data Analyses
- Infection Control & Isolation Precautions
- Lead Investigations
- Epidemiology Surveillance & Infectious Disease Response
- Facility Inspections
- Emergency Preparedness
Certification
- Certified Community Health Worker (CHW), (Summer 2023-2025).
- AED Certification, Issued date 7/06/2023 to 07/2025.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Emerging Disease Healthcare Liaison
Harris County Public Health
08.2022 - Current
Epidemiology Investigator
CDC Foundation
07.2021 - 08.2022
Master of Science - Epidemiology
The University of Texas Health Science Center At Houston
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
The University of Texas At San Antonio
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