Milkessa Gurmessa
Clinical Research Coordinator
Tacoma Park,MD
Summary
As a highly accomplished General Practitioner and Master of Public Health candidate with my certification by ECFMG well within reach, I am thrilled to unleash my exceptional skills and passion for pediatric healthcare as the Clinical Research Coordinator II at the prestigious Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). My extensive expertise in health policy, research methodology, and data analysis equips me with the prowess to optimize CHOP's clinical research operations to ensure unparalleled outcomes. With my outstanding project management acumen, team-spirited collaborative approach, and impeccable communication skills, I am confident in my capacity to excel in this role. This position aligns perfectly with my future goals and aspirations of improving healthcare delivery systems and patient care through research and development. My unwavering commitment to the ethical conduct of clinical research and my passion for enhancing patient-centered care makes me the ultimate choice to support CHOP's mission of advancing pediatric healthcare outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
COVID-19 Emergency Response Team Member
Federal Ministry Of Health, Ethiopia
Addis Ababa , N/A
2020.03 - 2022.07
- Worked as a focal person for different quarantine sites, evaluated travelers who were high risk, and engaged with colleagues working at the point of entry, other quarantine sites, and isolation centers
- Monitored the implementation of strict IPC (infection prevention and control)
- Generated socio-demographic and epidemiological data on a daily basis, analyzed it using SPSS, and reported it to the Emergency Organizing Committee of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Collected and reviewed data to identify potential compliance issues requiring further review.
- Rescued patients in early decline before adverse outcomes occurred, resulting in reduced number of unplanned transfers to ICU and overall mortality rates.
General Medical Practitioner
Yekatit-12 Hospital and Medical College
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
2020.03 - 2022.06
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet national guidelines and statutes for data security.
- Directed and coordinated patient care activities of nursing and support staff in the outpatient department as a clinical coordinator.
- Provided patient diagnosis, test evaluation and treatment under strict time constraints.
- Documented examination data, diagnostic impressions, medical codes and patient care information in confidential records.
Medical Intern
Hiwot-Fana Specialized University Hospital
Harar , Ethiopia
2018.11 - 2019.12
- Conducted an impactful graduate thesis on "Awareness and Practice of Breast Self-Examination among Female Medical Students at Haramaya University," which showcased exceptional research skills, analysis, and dedication to promoting women's health education.
- Demonstrated strong research skills by monitoring maternal and child health programs and actively participating in data collection for the CHAMPS initiative.
- Collected data on patients through medical histories, labs and test results by effectively utilizing EMR.
- Spearheaded seamless communication among research team, study participants, and stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and efficient research environment.
Education
Master of Public Health - Health Policy and Management
University of Delaware
05.2024
M.D. -
Haramaya University
Ethiopia01.2020
Skills
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork
- Quantitative and Qualitative Data Analysis
- Proficient in SPSS and SAS
- MS Excel
- Microsoft Office-proficient
- Data Entry
- Creating Presentations
- Subject History Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Research Methods, and design
- Good Clinical Practice
- Verbal and Written Communication
Timeline
COVID-19 Emergency Response Team Member
Federal Ministry Of Health, Ethiopia
2020.03 - 2022.07
General Medical Practitioner
Yekatit-12 Hospital and Medical College
2020.03 - 2022.06
Medical Intern
Hiwot-Fana Specialized University Hospital
2018.11 - 2019.12
Master of Public Health - Health Policy and Management
University of Delaware
M.D. -
Haramaya University
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