Christina Garibaldi
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated and passionate MD Student with proven track record in project coordination and relationship building, demonstrated at UCLA Health and other organizations. Excelled in streamlining data collection and enhancing team collaboration, leading to successful project completions and improved client outcomes. Skilled in critical thinking and spreadsheet tracking, ensuring efficient and effective results across multiple disciplines. Successful in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and willingness to take on additional responsibilities to meet client needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Action Day Project Coordinator
AUC Global Health Interest Group
Cupecoy, Sint Maarten
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Liaised between student group, volunteers, and community partner to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
Research Coordinator
AUC Family Medicine Interest Group
Cupecoy, Sint Maarten
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Prepared documents, reports, and presentations detailing results and conclusions.
- Increased research efficiency by streamlining data collection and management processes.
- Monitored project progress closely, proactively addressing any issues that arose to ensure smooth operations.
- Enhanced collaboration among team members through clear communication and regular meetings.
- Provided feedback and professional development opportunities to research participants.
- Secured case review studies and PI contacts for student research teams.
Student Curriculum Chair
AUC Student Government Association
Cupcoy, Sint Maarten
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders including students, faculty, and administration, promoting collaboration opportunities.
- Participated in the development of short and long-term strategic plans to guide organizational growth and success.
- Ensured alignment between curriculum objectives, instructional strategies, and assessments, leading to clearer expectations for students and improved outcomes.
- Evaluated existing curricula and identified areas for improvement, ultimately leading to increased learner satisfaction.
- Integrated feedback from learners and stakeholders into iterative revisions of course content, enhancing its overall effectiveness over time.
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
UCLA Health
Los Angeles, CA
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted in the preparation of scientific manuscripts based on clinical trial findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Reduced protocol deviations by providing comprehensive training and support to research staff.
- Developed robust data management plans for efficient data capture, analysis, and reporting throughout the study lifecycle.
- Coordinated with other departments such as biostatistics and regulatory affairs to streamline processes and ensure successful project completion.
- Improved patient recruitment by developing and implementing targeted outreach strategies. Increased patient retention rates by establishing strong relationships with participants through effective communication and followup.
- Contributed to the successful completion of numerous studies by coordinating all aspects of trial initiation, execution, and close-out activities.
- Collaborated with investigators to develop innovative clinical trial designs, optimizing data collection methods for better results.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
Housing Specialist
Foothill AIDS Project
San Bernardino, CA
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, ensuring confidentiality and efficient case management.
- Explained rental and housing regulations to clients and helped each discover best options for housing. Assisted clients in understanding their rights and responsibilities as tenants, promoting healthy landlord-tenant relationships.
- Reviewed documentation and input data into computer system to complete eligibility process, re-certifications and tenant move-outs.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of required documentation and adherence to program requirements.
- Coordinated eviction prevention efforts by mediating disputes between landlords and tenants, ultimately preserving stable housing situations for at-risk individuals.
- Collaborated with property managers to ensure smooth transitions for new tenants moving into their homes.
- Met with housing residents and landlords to answer questions, address concerns and clarify policies and procedures. Educated landlords on fair housing laws and regulations, fostering an environment of equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race or socioeconomic status.
- Helped clients find permanent or temporary housing.
- Enhanced community relationships with local organizations, leading to increased resources and support for residents.
- Streamlined application processes for prospective tenants, resulting in reduced wait times and increased occupancy rates.
- Analyzed local housing market trends, utilizing data to advocate for the development of additional affordable housing units in areas with high demand.
- Provided ongoing support to clients by conducting regular follow-ups and monitoring progress towards self-sufficiency goals.
- Leveraged strong negotiation skills to secure favorable lease terms for low-income families seeking affordable housing options.
- Oversaw housing plans for over 100 clients to promote timely transition to permanent housing and appropriate usage of housing subsidies.
- Maintained database of housing resources, landlords and management companies.
- Sought out affordable housing options and residences for people in need.
- Negotiated with landlords and real estate agents to obtain vacant apartments for clients with histories of homelessness, mental illness and substance abuse, occupying over 75 apartments by providing direct, hands-on support services.
Mental Health Case Manager
Telecarecorp
Anaheim, CA
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Enhanced collaboration with interdisciplinary teams for better service delivery and client support.
- Coordinated care transitions between different levels of care, ensuring seamless continuity of services for clients during critical periods in their recovery journey.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall effectiveness of mental health services provided to clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for clients to share experiences and coping strategies.
- Conducted home visits when necessary, assessing living environments for safety concerns or potential triggers that could impact a client''s mental wellbeing negatively.
- Monitored client progress through regular evaluations, adjusting treatment plans as needed for optimal results. Addressed clients'' psychosocial needs by referring them to appropriate resources and services.
- Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing urgent cases and ensuring timely followups.
- Improved client outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored treatment plans. Advocated on behalf of clients to ensure they received the necessary accommodations at work or school settings to facilitate success despite challenges faced due to mental health issues.
- Assisted clients in crisis situations by providing immediate support and coordinating necessary services.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
American University of The Caribbean
Cupcoy, Sint Maarten06.2026
Master of Science - Global Health Sciences
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA07.2019
Master of Arts - Global Health
University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2018
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Cell Biology
University of California - San Diego
La Jolla, CA06.2018
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Project Coordination
- Time Management
- Detail Oriented
- Team Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Data Collection
- Relationship Building
- Resource Coordination
- Research
- Spreadsheet tracking
Certification
- PALS Certified - 2024
- ACLS Certified - 2024
- BLS Certified - 2023
Publications
Diane Tober, Christina Garibaldi, Alden Blair, and Kimberly Baltzell. Alignment between expectations and experiences of egg donors: what does it mean to be informed?. Reproductive Biomedicine & Society Online, Volume 12, 2021, Pages 1-13.
ISSN 2405-6618,https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rbms.2020.08.003.
(https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405661820300149)
Timeline
Research Coordinator
AUC Family Medicine Interest Group
05.2023 - 09.2023
Community Action Day Project Coordinator
AUC Global Health Interest Group
05.2022 - 12.2023
Student Curriculum Chair
AUC Student Government Association
02.2022 - 09.2022
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
UCLA Health
11.2021 - 04.2022
Housing Specialist
Foothill AIDS Project
01.2021 - 10.2021
Mental Health Case Manager
Telecarecorp
03.2020 - 01.2021
M.D. - Medicine
American University of The Caribbean
Master of Science - Global Health Sciences
University of California, San Francisco
Master of Arts - Global Health
University of California - San Diego
Master of Science - Biochemistry And Cell Biology
University of California - San Diego