Christina Walker
Benton Harbor
Summary
Detail-oriented Sanitarian with extensive experience ensuring compliance with public health regulations. Five years experience working in the environmental health field. Four years experience in Food Inspection via United States Army. Proven ability in problem-solving, critical thinking, and conducting thorough inspections working both as a team member and individually to enhance community health outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sanitarian
Berrien County Health Department
Benton Harbor, MI
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted environmental health inspection/ evaluations of public swimming pools, campgrounds, adult foster care and child day camps to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health.
- Provided technical expertise to engineers, developers, and public regarding sanitary standards for development and remodeling.
- Permitted and inspected on site water wells and wastewater systems for proper installation, operation, and compliance with health codes.
- Prepared detailed correspondence and records documenting inspections, violations, and recommended corrective actions.
- Ensured adherence to environmental health laws through education and enforcement, preparing reports and documentation for licensing or legal action.
- Mentored junior sanitarians, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
- Investigated public health complaints.
- Monitored beach water quality and collect samples for testing.
Sanitarian
Allegan County Health Department
Allegan, MI
12.2019 - 06.2024
- Conducted environmental health inspection/ evaluations of public swimming pools, campgrounds, adult foster care and child day camps to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health.
- Provided technical expertise to engineers, developers, and public regarding sanitary standards for development and remodeling.
- Permitted and inspected on site water wells and wastewater systems for proper installation, operation, and compliance with health codes.
- Soil erosion permitting and inspections.
- Generated, assigned, and validated new addresses for commercial and residential developments.
- Prepared detailed correspondence and records documenting inspections, violations, and recommended corrective actions.
- Ensured adherence to environmental health laws through education and enforcement, preparing reports and documentation for licensing or legal action.
- Investigated public health complaints.
- Monitored beach water quality and collect samples for testing.
Rehab Clinical Assistant/ Manager on Duty
Bronson South Haven Hospital
South Haven, MI
10.2014 - 12.2019
- Created a positive work environment for employees and delivered exceptional customer service.
- Collaborated with upper management to improve productivity of operations.
- Maintained professionalism in member/patient interactions, answered concerns and resolved problems with a friendly and knowledgeable approach.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Interacted closely with therapists and patients and used effective interpersonal, active listening and communication skills.
- Collected forms, copied insurance cards and coordinated patient information for billing and insurance processing.
- Tracked and managed inventory.
- Improved patient care and daily task efficiency resulting in smoother operations.
Soldier/ Food Inspector
United States Army
02.2001 - 10.2007
- Ensured the quality and safety of food through inspections.
- Checked food storage areas, displays and equipment such as freezers and refrigerators to review temperatures, cleanliness and stock.
- Communicated with business owners to enforce code requirements for the FDA food safety program.
- Reviewed food preparation to check conditions and procedures to determine safety for consumption.
- Devised schedule and entire filing system for Prime Vendor deliveries.
- Gathered information about complaints and conducted investigations.
- Oriented, trained, and mentored new enlistees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Trident University International
Cypress, CA03-2013
Skills
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Motivating others
- Written and verbal communication
- Work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Integrity
- Self motivation
- Mentoring
- Cultural competency
- Multitasking
- Public speaking
- Public health regulation and enforcement
- Collaborative teamwork
Certification
Storm Water Operator
Timeline
Sanitarian
Berrien County Health Department
06.2024 - Current
Sanitarian
Allegan County Health Department
12.2019 - 06.2024
Rehab Clinical Assistant/ Manager on Duty
Bronson South Haven Hospital
10.2014 - 12.2019
Soldier/ Food Inspector
United States Army
02.2001 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Trident University International