Curtis Patterson
West Haven,CT
Summary
Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Disease Intervention Specialist
State Of Connecticut Department Of Public Health
06.1990 - 04.2022
- Transported patients to and from public health centers and other medical facilities.
- Obtained blood and pharyngeal samples from patients.
- Delivered educational presentations at health fairs, schools, community-based organizations and local, state and national conferences.
- Conducted field investigative activities to locate and refer for examination people suspected of having specific diseases.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
- Delivered educational presentations at health fairs, schools, community-based organizations and local, state and national conferences
- Conducted field investigative activities to locate and refer for examination people suspected of having specific diseases
- Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to patients
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Wofford College
Spartanburg, SC05.1983
Skills
- Systems Evaluation
- Networking with Staff
- Conflict Negotiation
- Word Processing
- Desktop and Laptop Computers
- Treatment Plans
- Medical Records Management
- Case Report Management
- Field Investigations
- Infectious Diseases
- Sexual Health
- Risk Reduction
- Disease management standards
- Self-Motivated
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Training and Development
Timeline
Disease Intervention Specialist
State Of Connecticut Department Of Public Health
06.1990 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Wofford College
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