Darius Annis
Berkeley,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable professional specializing in delivery of health education initiatives and programs. Proficient at creating comprehensive lessons, providing detailed instruction and creating engaging activities. Brings knowledge of health and wellness topics and capacity to disseminate health information.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Quarantine Public Health Advisor - Emergency Response Team
Caduceus Healthcare, Inc./ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with the U.S
- Customs and Border Patrol, airline personnel, and state/local health departments to perform Return Traveler and Symptom Monitoring at San Francisco airport, regional border entry points, and cruise ship destinations
- Conducted health education and exposure prevention training at U.S
- Customs and Border Patrol stations to identify potential illnesses or deaths among travelers
- Assisted in investigating travelers on Do Not Board Lists to mitigate domestic and international disease exposure
- Reviewed medical records of migrants planning to reside permanently in the United States and notified state and local health departments of potential risk of infection
- Targeted 10 specific diseases for isolation and quarantine, including Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers (Ebola, Marburg), Cholera, Diphtheria, Botulism, Yellow Fever, Measles, Smallpox, Plague, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome, and Infectious Tuberculosis
- Assisted in coordinating inspection of various imported cargo, including cats, dogs, African rodents and rodent products, non-human primates, bats, turtles, tortoises, terrapins, bushmeat, Haitian Goat Skin drums, and human remains
- Collaborated with 12 federal agencies, including U.S
- Customs and Border Patrol, Department of Homeland Security, U.S
- Department of Agriculture, Department of Defense, U.S
- Fish and Wildlife, World Health Organization, Transportation and Security Administration, U.S
- Coast Guard, U.S
- Department of Justice, Immigration and Naturalization Service, and Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Medical Team
- Managed inventory and facilitated distribution of life-saving drugs for rapid emergency response to diseases such as malaria, botulism, and diphtheria
- Coordinated delivery of emergency medications through couriers in collaboration with hospital pharmacy staff, local medical teams, and regional public health staff
- Documented quarantine station protocols by recording medical event information of migrating travelers in the CDC Quarantine Activity Reporting System electronic database
- Possessed knowledge of migrant medical applicant classifications based on VISA status
- Provided technical assistance to the U.S
- Customs and Border Patrol staff regarding medical information received from migrants who met requirements set by the Immigrant, Refugee, and Migrant Health Branch of the Centers for Disease Control
- Advised on medical information obtained from the Medical Assessment and Policy Teams, responsible for establishing vaccination requirements, as well as Panel Physicians.
Community Public Health Professional II
University of California, Berkeley, University Health Services and the City of Berkeley, Department of Public Health
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Conducted COVID-19 and Monkeypox case and contact interviews using University Health Service Tang Center Workflow Process, in accordance with guidelines from City of Berkeley, California Department of Public Health, and Centers for Disease Control
- Gathered patient information using Point-N-Click electronic medical records platform for students, faculty, and staff
- Notified patients of PCR test results through secure messaging
- Investigated cases and contacts per established guidelines and documented infectious periods in electronic medical and Excel databases
- Scheduled and monitored infectious students during isolation/quarantine housing period, consulting with Residential Life or other staff for student conduct as needed
- Assisted with COVID testing, vaccine outreach, and scheduling
- Initiated health education communication with exposed students and staff through text, phone calls, email, and other communication platforms
- Employed dynamic health communication and interpersonal skills, cultural competency, tactful language, and empathetic interviewing skills to build rapport and maintain trust with patients of varied backgrounds
- Verified COVID-19 contacts' identity before disclosing confidential information during initial communications
- Collaborated with local health departments and healthcare providers to coordinate contact tracing efforts
- Provided health education and guidance to contacts to mitigate ongoing disease transmission
- Adhered to designated emergency response health communication scripts and complied with policies and procedures provided by the health department regarding confidentiality and data security for handling of sensitive client and protected health information
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations for contact tracing and case investigation.
Community Public Health Investigator
The Alameda County Department of Public Health and the West Oakland Health Council, Community-based Clinic
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted COVID-19 case investigations for Alameda County Department of Public Health, interviewing patients to obtain critical information, including symptoms, close contacts, and activity history while infectious
- Provided health education and guidance to patients, including isolation/quarantine protocols and appropriate referrals to testing, clinical services, and support resources
- Built rapport with patients through empathetic communication and motivational interviewing techniques to collect accurate information and provide support
- Prioritized and conducted multiple investigations simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail in documentation and data management
- Complied with health department policies and procedures regarding confidentiality and data security for the handling of sensitive client information and protected health information
- Reviewed patient demographic, location, laboratory, clinical, and risk information available in health department surveillance systems to determine investigation priorities per local protocols
- Followed up with healthcare providers to obtain additional medical and socio-demographic information and confirm patient receipt of test results and/or diagnosis of COVID-19
- Initiated prompt communication with patients diagnosed with COVID-19 through text, phone calls, email, and other communication platforms as necessary
- Conducted in-person interviews while following CDC’s Interim Infection Control Guidance for Public Health Personnel for recommended infection prevention and control practices at a home or non-home residential setting.
Public Health Community Project Coordinator
ATCO, LLC, for the City of New Orleans, Department of Community Development
03.2011 - 03.2015
- Managed case file inventory for Code Enforcement Housing initiative on blight and public health hazards in City of New Orleans residential properties after Hurricane Katrina
- Notified property owners of violations related to blight and public health risks through correspondence and public notices
- Coordinated code enforcement inspections and stored photographic assessments of damaged property
- Executed guidelines for notification of property seizure through the City of New Orleans Public Code for Imminent Domain
- Presented cumulative property data and status updates in public hearings with state regulatory organizations such as the Neighborhood Conservation District Committee, Louisiana Land Trust, Historic Land District Commission, Federal Emergency Management Agency, New Orleans Redevelopment Authority, and Office of Performance Accountability
- Produced weekly statistical reports on case processing and identified challenges in case resolution and notification
- Closed 1,000 case files and assisted families with repossession of properties.
Research and Development Consultant - HIV/AIDS
Research Consultants Group
12.2000 - 10.2004
- Sourced funding opportunities for community healthcare services for people living with HIV/AIDS and at-risk youth in Maryland and the District of Columbia
- Prepared proposals for various services such as congregate care, case management, mental health therapy, substance abuse treatment, dental services, transportation, and emergency financial assistance services, funded by the District of Columbia and Title I of the Ryan White CARE Act of 1990
- Created print and presentation materials promoting prevention and health maintenance for people living with AIDS and sexually active adolescents
- Possessed knowledge of the District of Columbia, Department of Health guidelines for the treatment, funding, and resources for managing HIV/AIDS
- Developed marketing materials for information campaigns in Maryland and the District of Columbia
- Supported the Deputy Director in creating human resource strategies for staff and volunteer selection, assessment, training, and career development.
Community Health Education Coordinator - HIV/AIDS
Howard University Hospital
07.2000 - 12.2000
- Managed field operations for regional HIV/AIDS education training centers in the District of Columbia
- Produced health education materials for primary medical/dental community-based organizations and providers
- Coordinated in-service training for minority health service providers
- Conducted educational needs assessments for health care providers across 31 disciplines and 25 settings
- Served as community liaison with pharmaceutical companies, non-profits, and faith-based organizations
- Assessed clinician information quality and evaluated health education materials for cultural-appropriateness
- Provided supplemental health education materials to community organizations, hospitals, and correctional facilities; Produced mission statement 'Better Choices, Better Outcomes' to enhance the National Minority AIDS Education marketing approach
- Strengthened relationships with African American and Hispanic/Latino community-based health organizations through culturally appropriate training and resources.
Community Research Project Coordinator - Prostate Cancer Awareness
Georgetown University Medical Center, Lombardi Cancer Center
01.1999 - 07.2000
- Coordinated 'Improving Knowledge of the Prostate Cancer Screening Dilemma Among African American Men' project for CDC
- Conducted literature review of relevant publications and periodicals
- Developed survey instruments to assess knowledge and perceptions of prostate cancer among African American men
- Conducted focus groups to gather information about types of information needed for prostate health and screening
- Designed a video storyboard based on survey information
- Assisted with video cast selection, scene location and print material selection to improve quality of information and decision-making
- Acted as community liaison with Howard University's Department of Urology, District of Columbia, Department of Health, and The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge (Masonic Lodge) to shape the strategy for addressing prostate cancer in the African American male community
- Assisted with producing a health education video and workbook to discuss the benefits, challenges and potential outcomes of Prostate Specific Antigen screening test.
Education
MPH candidate -
George Washington University, Milken Institute of Public Health
University of California, Berkeley, Extension
Masters of Arts in African History -
Howard University
Bachelor of Science in African History -
Coppin State University
Skills
- Health Policy Development
- Global Health Perspectives
- Environmental Health
- Healthcare Systems Knowledge
- Data Analysis & Threat Research
- Communication & Advocacy
- Project Management
- Critical Thinking & Risk Assessment
- Attention to Detail & Security Awareness
- Problem-Solving & Incident Response
- Public Awareness & Security Training
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved 90% completion of international migrant medical packet processing by completing in-take screening and assessment, of over 10,000 applicants, with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 10 federal agencies in the development assessment protocols for emergency response.
- Documented and resolved contact tracing assessments which led to effective follow-up by local public health agencies.
Computer Literacy
Point-N-Click, EPIC, CALredie, Cal NOTIFY, CalConnect, Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint), Google suite applications (Google Docs, Sheets), Zoom, TigerText, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, Piktochart, Centers for Disease Control Quarantine Activity Report System, Electronic Disease Notification System
Timeline
Quarantine Public Health Advisor - Emergency Response Team
Caduceus Healthcare, Inc./ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
10.2022 - 04.2023
Community Public Health Professional II
University of California, Berkeley, University Health Services and the City of Berkeley, Department of Public Health
09.2021 - 09.2022
Community Public Health Investigator
The Alameda County Department of Public Health and the West Oakland Health Council, Community-based Clinic
05.2021 - 09.2021
Public Health Community Project Coordinator
ATCO, LLC, for the City of New Orleans, Department of Community Development
03.2011 - 03.2015
Research and Development Consultant - HIV/AIDS
Research Consultants Group
12.2000 - 10.2004
Community Health Education Coordinator - HIV/AIDS
Howard University Hospital
07.2000 - 12.2000
Community Research Project Coordinator - Prostate Cancer Awareness
Georgetown University Medical Center, Lombardi Cancer Center
01.1999 - 07.2000
MPH candidate -
George Washington University, Milken Institute of Public Health
University of California, Berkeley, Extension
Masters of Arts in African History -
Howard University
Bachelor of Science in African History -
Coppin State University