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Omar Khawam

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic Disease Prevention & Response Specialist with Chicago Public Schools, skilled in case management and community outreach. Proven track record in enhancing vaccine compliance and coordinating health initiatives across 22+ schools. Adept at data management and fostering collaboration with public health officials to promote awareness and respond effectively to health emergencies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disease Prevention & Response Specialist

Chicago Public Schools CPS
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • - Contact tracing for communicable diseases present in Chicago Public Schools.
    - Provides guidance for schools regarding disease prevention and response at the school level.
    - Coordinates with the Chicago Department of Public Health to investigate and communicate disease cases in schools..
    - Data entry
    - Coordinates with school officials to push medical compliance
    - Responsible for 22+ schools.
    - Self management
    - Meeting with school officials periodically to assess and help program health initiatives for students.
    - Makes calls to families attempting to increase vaccine compliance among students.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Attended conferences focused on current trends in public health policy development.
  • Participated in community outreach activities to promote public health awareness among target populations.
  • Liaised with public health officials to report cases identified during screening.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving public health concerns.
  • Coordinated outreach events promoting awareness about public health issues.
  • Provided guidance on compliance with applicable regulations regarding the administration of public health initiatives.

Medical Assistant / Patient Support Associate

Endeavor Health
Evanston, IL
03.2021 - 07.2024
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before they were depleted.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage, and collected required co-payments.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations as directed by healthcare providers.
  • Managed patient intake, scheduling, and record maintenance efficiently.
  • Supported electronic health record management and documentation accuracy.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to address inquiries and concerns.

Education

Master of Science - Healthcare Administration

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
05.2019

Skills

  • Case Management
  • EMR Systems
  • Account Management
  • Assisting with Physical Exams
  • Charting Expertise
  • Customer Service
  • Medical Records Management
  • Stocking Supplies
  • Electronic Medical Record
  • Needs Assessment
  • EPIC Software
  • Community outreach
  • Disease investigation
  • Data entry
  • Emergency response
  • Team collaboration
  • Public health experience
  • Public health liaison
  • Disease prevention
  • Research
  • Data management
  • Cultural awareness

Certification

CPR certified

Languages

Arabic: Professional Working, English: Native or Bilingual, Italian: Limited Working, Polish: Professional Working

Languages

English
Professional
Arabic
Professional
Polish
Limited
Italian
Limited

Timeline

Disease Prevention & Response Specialist

Chicago Public Schools CPS
08.2024 - 06.2025

Medical Assistant / Patient Support Associate

Endeavor Health
03.2021 - 07.2024

Master of Science - Healthcare Administration

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Illinois At Chicago

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