Experienced public health professional skilled in optimizing program structures and implementing successful strategies. Proven expertise in building relationships, problem-solving, and planning initiatives. Proficient in coordinating budget, program, and team activities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Intern
Oregon Health Authority
Portland, Oregon
01.2024 - 06.2024
Assisted the Risk Communication Analyst in Oregon’s Health Security, Preparedness and Response (HSPR) Program
Coordinated wildfire smoke protocol maintenance with Department of Environmental Quality and Oregon Health Authority by providing updates to procedural documents, transitioning coordination to new communication platform, and conducting outreach to ensure emergency notification contracts with 410 Tribal, federal (USFS, NOAA-NWS), state (OEM, DEQ, OHA, ODOT) and local emergency management and public health partners were current
Led the planning and implementation for the OHA Summer Hazards Kickoff call and ensured appropriate ADA and language access with support of contractors
Efforts included 122 attendees participating in a 1.5 hour call with 10 speakers among them experts from health, human services, public utilities, and community
Revised and updated the Public Health Guidance: School Outdoor Activities during Wildfire Events with interprofessional teams
Restructured to apply to all infants, children, and youth and to apply to a broader set of hazards where air quality poses a health risk
Spearheaded the development and distribution of a survey to gather feedback from external partners, sister-agencies and diverse audiences on updating the public health school outdoor activity guidance
Efforts included analyzing quantitative data and providing recommendations.
Program Manager
Oregon Latino Health Coalition
Portland, Oregon
03.2022 - 04.2024
Led a team of 5 community health workers
Oversaw 3 contracts from Multnomah County and Oregon Health Authority, totaling up to $250k in funding in outreach and education efforts, including COVID-19 response initiatives, the expansion of the Oregon Health Plan and emergency preparedness
Efforts resulted in successfully meeting program deliverables and increased funding by $80k to sustain and continue to expand outreach program initiatives
Fostered 35 partnerships with community-based organizations, Latino-owned businesses, local public health and schools (e.g., Tigard-Tualatin school district).
Program Technician 1
Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, Oregon
09.2018 - 03.2022
Managed all administrative responsibilities for 2 fellowship programs in the Division of Hematology & Medical Oncology including: recruitment, onboarding, program evaluation and maintenance, licensing, data and records management, event planning and daily program coordination
Served as a communication liaison and technical policy advisory between the program directors and the OHSU Office of Graduate Medical Office and Accredited Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and interpreted rules, regulations and policies.
Office Administrator
Tidewater Chiropractor
Solana Beach, California
10.2017 - 04.2018
Supported the launch of the clinic by overseeing operation procedures and administrative procedures which resulted in 40% surge in patient volume
Developed and implemented comprehensive monthly and weekly reporting systems for patient flow, revenue, cash flow, and expense monitoring.
Student Intern
Providence Health & Services
Hood River, Oregon
06.2017 - 09.2017
Led a rural transportation equity project aimed at identifying and enhancing regional and inter-regional connectivity within public transportation services
Actively engaged in community and stakeholder meetings focused on transportation access.
Project Manager Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon
06.2015 - 06.2017
Coordinated logistical aspects of seminars, workshops, and training events, ensuring smooth execution and participation satisfaction
Contributed to the development of project timelines, progress tracking, reporting and ensured timely project completion.
Resident Assistant
Oregon State University
Corvallis, Oregon
08.2014 - 06.2016
Fostered and maintained strong positive relationships among 65 diverse residents
Planned and implemented student-centered hall programs to promote diversity and academics that aligned with community connection initiatives.
Education
Master of Public Health -
Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, OR
06-2024
Skills
Health Promotion Strategies
Community Outreach and Advocacy
Strategic Planning and Implementation
Program Evaluation
Public Health Research
Program Management
Certification
CPR/AED Certification
CHW Supervisor Certificate
FEMA Public Information Officer Awareness Certificate