A well rounded, culturally competent, public health enthusiast looking to serve in the health equity and clinical research realm.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Research Senior
LCMC Health
09.2023 - Current
Independently assists investigators with all aspects of clinical research protocols and manages the care of patients participating in clinical trials based on physical, psycho-social, educational, and safety criteria based on knowledge of various types and phases of clinical trials, including objectives, sample sizes, and patient care needs.
Conducts study initiation meetings and assists with the development of recruitment plans to enhance enrollment to clinical trials by collaborating with principal or sub-investigators, study sponsors and monitors, and research team members.
Collaborates with principal investigators and sub-investigators to screen for and determine study patient eligibility for clinical trials. Assists with identifying eligible patients and assesses for barriers to enrollment.
Takeda Research Fellow
Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Xavier University Of Louis
06.2023 - Current
Participated as apart of Takeda Research workgroup in New Orleans focusing on barriers to participation in clinical trials under the direction of Dr. Billie Castle and other Takeda associates.
Conducted literature reviews about; barriers to participation in clinical trials, how to increase participation/patient enrollment, the role physicians in clinical trials, physician awareness of clinical trials,
Created survey questions about clinical trials and impact of implicit bias in clinical trials.
Performed data analysis with given information we drew questions to conduct a study in New Orleans.
Provider Network Specialist- LHCC
Centene Corporation
10.2022 - 09.2023
Perform health plan provider orientations and conduct ongoing educational outreach with a focus on improving quality and financial outcomes within the provider network. Act as liaison between providers and the health plan to enhance the business relationship.
Educate providers regarding policies and procedures related to referrals, claims submission, credentialing documentation, web site education, Electronic Health Records, Health Information Exchange, and Electronic Data Interface
Perform detailed HBR (Health Benefits Ratio) analyses, Health Information data Information Set (HEDIS) analyses, and create reports for provider Review provider performance by both quantitative metrics and qualitative factor.
Perform other contracting duties as requested, including but not limited to recommending changes to pricing subsystems, submitting changes to provider related database information and assisting in the completion of special project
Executive Board Member
Families United For Change New Orleans Inc.
08.2022 - 08.2023
Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning for families in New Orleans
Served as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
Monitored operational activities to ascertain effectiveness of results and which areas could use better oversight.
Clinical Oversight Specialist
TPN Health
03.2022 - 10.2022
Participated in developing, drafting, proofreading, editing, reviewing, and implementing user policies and procedures
Maintained and updated the database of interstitial licensing requirements, scopes of practice, and pertinent laws & regulations
Reviewed evaluation responses to determine the quality of continuing education events and educators.
High School Biology Teacher
Collegiate Academies
07.2021 - 03.2022
Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements.
Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
teachNOLA Fellows Program
TeachNOLA
01.2021 - 03.2022
Admitted to a highly selective cohort of recent college graduates and career changers committed to raising student achievement in South Louisiana’s highest need schools
Participating in five-week summer training, including a three week student teaching experience with students in New Orleans
Medical Scribe
ScribeAmerica
07.2019 - 07.2021
Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results and other details directly into charts.
Managing and organizing documents and information for effective inpatient care
Use of EPIC EMR System
Intern
Institute Of Women And Ethnic Studies
08.2020 - 05.2021
Collaborated directly with the senior program manager on implementing community programming regarding child and maternal health
Managed data entry, statistics, and feedback regarding community programming implemented by the institution.
Laboratory Technician Accessioner
Opteo Laboratory New
07.2020 - 09.2020
Followed proper lab cleaning procedures and protocol.
Conducted analytical tests on in-coming raw materials prior to use in process.
Supported laboratory staff with advanced troubleshooting, resolving complex problems and helping with special projects.