Helena Gebremichael
Baltimore,MD
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
HIV Counselor and Tester
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health
10.2024 - Current
- Assist clinic providers in ensuring all eligible patients received rapid HIV antibody testing
- Support the VOISES and PrEP programs through virtual pre/post-test counseling, phone support, and follow-up for at-home HIV/STI testing
- Conduct data collection, cleaning, and compilation to support the HIV testing program
Research Assistant
Johns Hopkins University
10.2024 - Current
- Analyzed U.S. vs. U.K. life expectancy data, identifying key trends and contributing factors.
- Researched and compiled supporting data on healthcare, socioeconomic, and public health influences.
- Assisted in data interpretation and visualization for clear presentation of findings.
- Contributed to report writing, synthesizing analysis and research insights.
- Contributed to "A Tale of Two Countries:
The Life Expectancy Gap
Between the United States
and the United Kingdom" – Co-authored report analyzing healthcare systems and socioeconomic factors affecting longevity in both countries.
Research Specialist
Matt Reynold's Lab
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Research size of AIDS virus reservoirs needed to achieve HIV remission
- Biosafety Level 3 trained in performing blood screenings on 12 rhesus macaques to test permissiveness to infection
- Conduct CD4+ T-cell isolation from SIV-naïve rhesus macaque
- Run digital droplet PCR in detecting and quantifying viral DNA
- Sample catalog in LabKey ensuring accessible data
- Follow protocols and keeping lab organized and clean
Volunteer
Digestive Health Clinic
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Provide support once a week on Mondays for 2 hours
- Sterilize and prepare needed equipment in 10 patients' rooms
- Assist nurses in tasks that involve providing wheelchairs and delivering important data to other staff in the building
- Escort patients to services within the clinic
- Uptake of the building grooming; keeping waiting rooms organized, supplying newspapers, and directing questions if needed
Dr. Thomas Friedrich Undergraduate Researcher
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Data cataloged over 100 primate samples on Excel sheet
- Verified wastewater influenza surveillance study test protocol efficacy
- Conducted SARS-COV2 genomic surveillance research
- Trained in Biosafety Level 2 in performing viral isolation of clinical samples, amplification using PCR, and running bioanalyzer
- Digital cataloged equipment inventory on Google systems for more access and utilization of lab space
Researcher
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
09.2022 - 05.2023
- NIH All of Us Program Researcher
- Understanding relevance of precision medicine
- Discussed benefits and outcomes for treatment planning with project leaders
- Participated in 2 tabling events to educate individuals on engagement and purpose of the program
Biology Tutor
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Advised and tutored 3 groups of 5 undergraduate students during weekly sessions on biology course content over one academic semester
- Prepared students for exams by use of study techniques through videos and assessment questions
- Supported individual learning styles to facilitate active learning during group sessions
Health Promotion and Health Equity Learning Cohort
UW-Madison
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Biweekly sessions with CDC Associate Chief of Clinical Lab Practices to discuss career objectives
- Hosted monthly drop-in sessions for students majoring in Health Promotion and Health Equity
- Received a certificate for Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy that provided skills on conducting appropriate research on health disparities in underserved and marginalized communities
Outreach and Intake Intern
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Recruited 50+ students interested in social justice on campus through surveys and tabling events
- Planned and hosted criminal justice event with guest panelists and audience
- Collaborated with other organizations on campus to present social justice events that focused on sustainability, food justice, and cultural diversity
Health Outreach Intern
Erie Family Health Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Contacted over 50 clients in person, by phone, through EMR, or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions dealing with their healthcare
- Trained to utilize Epic software in managing patient health information
- Helped young adults navigate food and health resources based on their zip-codes
- Collaborated with fellow colleagues and providers to establish readiness assessment that determined whether individuals were equipped with skills to advocate for themselves in the health sphere
- Designed and distributed informational materials on insurance, food, housing, and citizenship status needs as well other community health concerns for patients
Volunteer
University Of Wisconsin-Madison Adapted Fitness
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Volunteered 2 hours per week with community members experiencing diversabilities
- Designed daily workouts for a client with Beta-propeller protein-associated neurodegeneration (BPAN) to encourage movement
- Developed weekly fitness workouts including treadmill walking and core exercises that aid in daily activities of life
- Established 3 fitness goals with client for gaining strength and maintaining flexibility
- Provided weekly check-ins for psychosocial support and motivation
Social Action & Civic Engagement Co-Chair
Tegaru Professionals Network Chicago
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted Ethiopian Tegaru community with understanding purposes of health and financial programs
- Translated from English to Tigrinya for those experiencing a language barrier
- Enhanced awareness of various resources offered in Chicago through meetings and social media. Increased attendance by 40 people for those utilizing these resources
- As a board member, attended weekly sessions to discuss effective engagement tools and events for the community
- Organized 2 social and networking events for 30 people 13-60 years of age
Education
Master of Science - Epidemiology
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Baltimore, MD05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion & Health Equity
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05.2023
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Research skills
- Leadership Experience
- Team Collaboration
Club Activities
- Committee Member for Health Promotion & Health Equity Major
- Health Promotion and Health Equity Learning Center Cohort Member
Certification
John Hopkins University
Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy Certificate
Madison, WI (2023)
CPR Certified by American Heart Association
Chicago, IL (2022)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tigrinya
Professional Working
Timeline
HIV Counselor and Tester
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health
10.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
Johns Hopkins University
10.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Digestive Health Clinic
09.2023 - 01.2024
Research Specialist
Matt Reynold's Lab
06.2023 - 07.2024
Biology Tutor
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
01.2023 - 05.2023
Health Promotion and Health Equity Learning Cohort
UW-Madison
01.2023 - 05.2023
Dr. Thomas Friedrich Undergraduate Researcher
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
09.2022 - 05.2023
Researcher
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
09.2022 - 05.2023
Outreach and Intake Intern
University Of Wisconsin-Madison
08.2022 - 05.2023
Health Outreach Intern
Erie Family Health Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer
University Of Wisconsin-Madison Adapted Fitness
01.2022 - 05.2022
Social Action & Civic Engagement Co-Chair
Tegaru Professionals Network Chicago
01.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Epidemiology
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion & Health Equity
University of Wisconsin - Madison
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