Richard Thomas
Sunny Isles Beach,FL
Summary
Experienced public health professional with a strong foundation in criminal justice and human services, seeking a position as a Disease Intervention Specialist. Committed to advancing STD/HIV prevention, partner services, and community health through clinical investigation, patient education, and epidemiological techniques.
Healthcare professional with strong background in public health and communicable disease intervention. Proven ability to conduct thorough investigations, analyze data, and implement effective disease prevention strategies. Known for collaborative approach, adaptability, and unwavering focus on achieving impactful results. Skilled in patient communication, case management, and community outreach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist
South Beach AIDS Project
03.2010 - 02.2017
- Investigates disease distribution and determinants to identify detection, prevention, intervention, and control strategies.
- Conducts original, re-, and cluster interviews to gather epidemiological data.
- Coordinates and conducts timely interviews of patients infected with STDs.
- Educates patients on their infections and appropriate medical care.
- Develops plans to locate and refer sex and needle-sharing partners for examination and treatment.
- Performs cluster interviews with individuals who may provide information on known cases.
- Educates and counsels high-risk individuals, including MSM, about Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP).
- Links at-risk individuals to PrEP services in the community.
- Conducts educational presentations and in-service training as needed.
- Connects newly identified HIV patients and returning positives to Test & Treat (T&T) providers.
- Adheres to locally established T&T procedures.
- Collaborates with HIV testing, linkage to care, and patient care staff.
- Partners with community-based organizations for screening events.
- Performs case management activities including prioritization, documentation, clustering, and counseling.
- Utilizes visual case analysis and epidemiological techniques.
Disease Intervention Specialist
Florida Department of Health
07.2024 - Current
- Conduct original, re-interview, and cluster interviews in clinical settings to assess STD/HIV transmission and educate patients on treatment and prevention.
- Serve as clinician point of contact for DIS operations, ensuring timely patient processing and communication of findings.
- Develop and implement partner notification plans, including internet-based outreach via mobile dating apps per IOP 360-19-17.
- Counsel high-risk individuals, including MSM, on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and link them to community PrEP services.
- Coordinate linkage to care for newly identified HIV patients and those returning to care, adhering to Test & Treat protocols.
- Collaborate with HIV testing and patient care teams and community-based organizations during screening events.
- Perform case management using STARS, including data entry, clustering, and visual case analysis.
- Collect specimens via venipuncture, oral swabs, and urine-based methods.
- Assist in compiling monthly statistical reports and maintaining logs and files for quality assurance.
- Support emergency operations including Special Needs Shelters and Red Cross deployments.
Paralegal
Kevin G. Thomas Law Firm
02.2017 - 07.2024
- Assist with case planning, development, and management.
- Legal research, client interviewing, fact gathering, retrieve information, legal drafts.
- Analyzes and proof-read legal documents.
- Collect, compile, and utilize technical information to make recommendations to lead attorney.
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and ensure compliance with regulations.
HIV Specialist
The Pride Center at Equality Park
04.2014 - 02.2017
- Performed HIV/STD testing and counseling.
- Supplied care linkage for those infected with HIV.
- Coordinated outreach programs for "at risk" clients.
- Facilitated V.O.I.C.E.S. Intervention Program.
- Facilitated 3MV Intervention Program.
- Cataloged the latest HIV news and information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida International University
Miami12.2021
Associate of Science - Paralegal Services
Broward College
Pembroke Pines, Fl.05.2019
Associate of Science - Human Services
Broward College
Pembroke Pines, FL05.2022
Skills
- STD/HIV Case Interviewing & Counseling
- Partner Notification via Mobile Applications
- PrEP Education & Linkage to Care
- Epidemiological Analysis & Visual Case Mapping
- Specimen Collection (Venipuncture, Swab, Urine)
- STARS Data Entry & Case Management
- Emergency Response & Shelter Operations
Certification
- Certified HIV Counselor – Florida Department of Health
- 500/501 HIV Certified
- Emergency Response Training – FEMA
- Too many more to list
Timeline
Disease Intervention Specialist
Florida Department of Health
07.2024 - Current
Paralegal
Kevin G. Thomas Law Firm
02.2017 - 07.2024
HIV Specialist
The Pride Center at Equality Park
04.2014 - 02.2017
Intervention Specialist
South Beach AIDS Project
03.2010 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Florida International University
Associate of Science - Paralegal Services
Broward College
Associate of Science - Human Services
Broward College
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