MIRA COLTER
STOCKBRIDGE,GA
Summary
Dynamic Leader with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in public health, dental clinic operations, and military health readiness, excels in grant management, health education, and data management. Proven track record of enhancing dental readiness among military personnel, managing statewide oral health initiatives, and leading teams in high-stakes environments. Adept at data analysis and electronic health records, committed to advancing public health outcomes through strategic planning and effective partnerships and collaborations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager, Oral Health
Georgia Department of Public Health
Atlanta, GA
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborate and partner with internal division stakeholders (i.e., STD, Chronic Disease, HPV, Tobacco, MCH etc.) and external stakeholders (i.e., CDC, HRSA, ASTDD, etc.) to promote, enhance and integrate program goals within populations and provide services and safety nets services
- Provide technical assistance(TA), advice, and training to districts and partners to develop, implement and improve program goals
- Monitor district programs for compliance with state and federal guidelines through data collection and on-site visits by serving as a departmental subject matter expert
- Maintain Oral Health Surveillance through data collection from districts and work closely with Evaluator and Epidemiologist to review and analyze data for reporting and creating state and national publication material
- Oversee the development and revision of policies and procedures, standards, and guidelines for oral health initiatives and assist in the oversight of grant writing
- Oversee the management of oral health initiatives including meeting the established objectives and adhering to all funding reporting guidelines and requirements of the cooperative agreement(s)
- Conduct weekly meetings via TEAMS with team members to review progress and address any issues or concerns
- Provide supervision to Oral Health Program staff to include CDC PHAP and any interns
- Serve as the Principal Investigator (PI) for Oral Health grants as assigned and responsible for planning, managing and reporting on CDC and MCH grant deliverables, district ANNEX contract responsibilities, and specified business contracts
Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge of 116th MDG Dental Clinic
Georgia Air National Guard
Warner Robins, GA
08.2012 - Current
- Ensure dental staff provides superb customer service to all ANG members by creating and conducting outcome assessments
- Guarantee all dental programs are 100% ready for inspections to include create and maintain Dental Clinc SOP manuel(s)
- Provide administrative overview for military software programs (ASIMS, CDA, Dentrix, and MHS Genesis·
- Maintain privacy requirements of Dental EHR and Military System data (HIPAA, PII, etc.)
- Manage and oversee dental clinic expense and budget reports for supplies, CEUs, and etc.
- Monitor dental clinic safety and infection control standards
- Continuously develop current promotional dental health material for members in various forms
- Analyze, record, and, evaluate data for Dental Class 3 and 4 Surveillance Programs by tracking outcome measurements and producing reports utilizing various data query systems
- Verify over 1300 Dental Electronic Health Records are properly maintained, organized, and updated
Public Health Dental Hygienist
Ben Marvell Dental Clinic
Atlanta, GA
12.2016 - 09.2019
- Performed dental hygiene prophylaxis, SRP, and x-ray procedures
- Provided dental health education to adult and geriatric patients
- Created treatment plans, reviewed plans with patients, and scheduled follow-up appointment
- Maintained OSHA and HIPPA guidelines at all times
- Analyzed, updated, and reviewed dental electronic health records
- Assisted in conducting oral health promotion community fairs and events
Pre-Medical Sciences Teacher and Program Manager
Rockdale Public Schools
Conyers, GA
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Taught courses exploring health professions, e.g., dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, medical technology, nursing, etc.
- Taught anatomy, nutrition, healthy life practices, human growth and development, CPR, First Aid, etc.
- Maintained grade books, evaluated student's progression, and monitored attendance records
- Coordinated program events, field trips, and guest speakers
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives
STD Division (Intern and Volunteer)
Georgia Department Of Public Health
Atlanta, GA
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Served as a STD/HIV departmental representative, presented presentations, and educational material
- Assisted department in planning, implementing, and evaluating community programs and symposiums
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Assisted with all MSM HIV event, projects, and seminars Prepared literature reviews, and evidence base reports for director and managers
- Analyzed, inputted, researched, and monitored SENDSS STD data
- Conducted screenings, interviews, and assessments
- Collaborated with several Georgia health care facilities
Education
Master of Public Health -
University of South Florida
12.2013
Bachelor of Health Science -
Medical University of SC
05.2009
Skills
- Grant Management
- HIPAA and Privacy Act Trained
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
- Compliance Enforcement
- Problem-Solving
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Program Manager, Oral Health
Georgia Department of Public Health
09.2019 - Current
Public Health Dental Hygienist
Ben Marvell Dental Clinic
12.2016 - 09.2019
Pre-Medical Sciences Teacher and Program Manager
Rockdale Public Schools
07.2015 - 12.2016
STD Division (Intern and Volunteer)
Georgia Department Of Public Health
08.2013 - 12.2014
Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge of 116th MDG Dental Clinic
Georgia Air National Guard
08.2012 - Current
Master of Public Health -
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Health Science -
Medical University of SC