Heidi Harris
Suwanee
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated healthcare professional with extensive experience in public health outreach at the US Department of Public Health. Proven ability in community engagement and effective communication, demonstrated through volunteer work and internships. Passionate about improving healthcare access and fostering positive relationships, while maintaining a strong academic record and professionalism.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship
US Department of Public Health Internship
Columbus
06.2025 - Current
- Senior Year Internship
- Worked in the Mothers, Children, and Families Units.
- Provided healthcare assistance to populations in need within Columbus, Georgia.
- Shadowed public health professionals while gaining direct experience in the public health sector.
- Maintained positive working relationships with fellow staff and management.
- Made efforts to improve healthcare for numerous individuals in my community.
Front of House Employee
Chick-Fil-A
Columbus
01.2025 - Current
- Learned to work in a high-pressure environment that required communication and a knowledge of how to delegate when needed.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on customer satisfaction.
- Gathered experience in learning a new computer system.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues promptly and professionally.
Shadowing
Piedmont Regional Hospital
Columbus
09.2024 - Current
- Observed: Emergency Room, Radiology and Imaging Department, MRI, PET, CT, Nuclear Medicine Department, and Ultrasound.
- Gained over 80 shadowing hours.
- Shadowed many different health professionals within the hospital setting.
Internship
Columbus Sports Council
Columbus
11.2023 - Current
- Managed sports events, worked with tickets, and gained experience in providing support to those in need.
- Learned to problem-solve and assist in tasks to make events run smoothly and efficiently.
- Worked with many people from many different backgrounds.
Research Participant
Columbus State Kinesiology Research
Columbus
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Volunteered as a participant for a study about ACL prevention.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Study Abroad
Chonnam National University International Session
Gwangju
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Awarded the Best International Participant award.
- An immersive learning experience about Korean culture and East Asian history.
- Learned about the political violence of South Korea's past and the lasting impacts it has had on the South Korean people.
- Furthered my love for travel, and grew my motivation to learn about other cultures in other areas of the world.
- Met many people from all over the world and learned about numerous countries through the other participants.
Volunteer
MercyMed Medical Center
Columbus
- Company Overview: An organization that works to provide affordable healthcare to in-need patients who may not be able to afford care otherwise.
- Assisted staff in daily tasks and operations.
- Made efforts to provide quality care and assistance.
Volunteer
Piedmont Regional Hospital
Columbus
- Provided support to hospital staff in a wide variety of areas.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
Volunteer
Special Olympics
Alpharetta
- Supported and encouraged kids with all types of disabilities to enjoy sports and exercise.
- Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while supervising practices or competitions.
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
Volunteer
Columbus State Athletic Training Department
Columbus
- Assisted athletes in their rehabilitation and served under multiple athletic trainers to ease their workload.
- Served under multiple athletic trainers to ease their workload.
- Gained valuable experience in a different form of healthcare.
- Worked with a variety of athletes with a variety of injuries.
Volunteer
TOPS Soccer
Columbus
- Coached soccer and provided an outlet for exercise to kids in the community with a wide range of disabilities.
- Established appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary according to established policies.
- Encouraged players with positive reinforcement during gameplay or practice sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Columbus State University
true05.2026
High School Diploma -
Lambert High School
05-2022
Skills
- Healthcare assistance
- Public health outreach
- Community engagement
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Extensive travel and solo traveling experience
- Data evaluation
- Strong academic record
- Professionalism and etiquette
Awards
- National Honor Society Graduate
- U.S. Soccer Certified Referee
- Scholar All-American
- Chonnam National University International Summer Session Best Participant
- President's List and Dean's List
- Academic Team of Distinction
- Scholar All-Region and All-Conference First Team
- Peach Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year
- All-Conference and All-Region First Team
- Academic Honor Roll
- Lambert High School Varsity Soccer Captain
- Accepted into the United States Coast Guard Academy AIM Program
Timeline
Internship
US Department of Public Health Internship
06.2025 - Current
Research Participant
Columbus State Kinesiology Research
01.2025 - 04.2025
Front of House Employee
Chick-Fil-A
01.2025 - Current
Shadowing
Piedmont Regional Hospital
09.2024 - Current
Study Abroad
Chonnam National University International Session
06.2024 - 07.2024
Internship
Columbus Sports Council
11.2023 - Current
Volunteer
MercyMed Medical Center
Volunteer
Piedmont Regional Hospital
Volunteer
Columbus State Athletic Training Department
Volunteer
TOPS Soccer
Volunteer
Special Olympics
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Columbus State University
High School Diploma -
Lambert High School
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