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Samantha Solis

Seattle,WA

Summary

Experienced program manager with background in leading diverse teams to accomplish project objectives. Seeking to transition and obtain a position that further utilizes my education and promotes growth in improving quality of life through research and development. Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager - WA State Fatal Drug Overdose Surveillance Network

King County
Seattle, WA
03.2023 - Current
  • Create and maintain relationships with Coroners, Medical Examiners, and Prosecuting Attorneys across Washington State
  • Collect data regarding fatal drug overdoses throughout Washington from Coroners, Medical Examiners, and law enforcement agencies
  • Analyze and enter data using RedCap surveys; Publish monthly newsletters highlighting overdose trends and data points and present program findings at county, statewide, and national training conferences
  • Test drug evidence and decedent urine and blood using in-house equipment
  • Manage and supervise a team of 4 rotating interns from local Universities
  • Coordinate with law enforcement, medical providers, public health, and legal agencies on data and trends related to drug overdose deaths.

Forensic Death Investigator

King County
Seattle, WA
05.2021 - 03.2023
  • Respond to and investigate death scenes; photograph, collect, and document evidence
  • Lift and transport human remains, weighing an average of 175lbs, in various stages of decomposition
  • Document the chain of evidence, and adhere to KCMEO process and protocols pertaining to the collection of evidence
  • Interviewed family members and notify next of kin of death - in English and Spanish
  • Worked closely with law enforcement, funeral homes, medical providers, and legal agencies
  • Prepared vials, packaged samples, and dropped off specimens to the King County Public Health lab and Washington State Department of Health lab.

Contact Tracing Lead - COVID-19 Contact Tracing

King County
Seattle, WA
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Led a daily team of contact tracers conducting interviews for COVID-19 response, leading daily AM and PM check-in/debrief calls with the contact tracing team
  • Assisted with observing staff and trainees completing case calls
  • Conducted outreach to contacts who had recent exposure to people who tested positive for COVID-19
  • Assisted with care coordination, referrals, and appropriate follow up for cases, as needed
  • Maintained a strict adherence to client confidentiality and handling of PHI.

Smoking Prevention and Policy Specialist

El Centro de la Raza
Seattle, WA
11.2019 - 07.2020
  • Advocated for prevention and policy change for the Latino youth and community
  • Developed and taught an anti-smoking, tobacco, vape, and e-cigarette curriculum to Latino youth and communities
  • Presented workshops in Seattle Public High Schools to youths and their families
  • Organized workshops and classes for ECDLR curriculum and assembled resources to be adapted for a Spanish-speaking audience
  • Prepared monthly reports and invoices for the DOH and Board of Directors.

Clinical Research Coordinator - Cardiology

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
12.2018 - 11.2019
  • Managed approximately eight to ten cardiac device clinical trials, varying in stages of pre-study implementation to study completion
  • Coordinated with Principal Investigators to screen and consent study participants into various multi-site trials, ensuring that all including and exclusion criteria were met
  • Coordinated research monitor visits for study participants related to laboratory testing, imaging, survey evaluations, and follow-up visits
  • Responsible for continuously tracking the submission and completion IRB documents
  • Completed data entry and case report form documentation for all study participants, tracked and reported adverse events to PI's and sponsors
  • Ensured all assigned studies were in accordance with GCP, FHA, OHRP, and institutional guidelines.

Clinical Research Coordinator - Department of Medicine & Division of Cardiology

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
07.2017 - 11.2018
  • Managed six to eight cardiac research studies, varying in stages of pre-study implementation to study completion
  • Assisted the Principal Investigator in coordinating research studies, identifying eligible participants, explaining study purpose and requirements, and informed consent processes
  • Responsible for procuring and distributing study supplies, including coordinating specimen collection and shipping
  • Completed case report forms for all study visits and ensured accurate and timely submission of study data, while responding to data queries flagged by study sponsors
  • Coordinated site initiation visits and monitor visits for PI's and trail sponsors
  • Maintained all necessary documentation in accordance with FDA regulations, GPA guidelines, and sponsor source.

Education

Doctor of Public Health -

Walden University
07.2024

Master of Public Health - Cum Laude Honors -

West Coast University
02.2019

Bachelor of Science in Public Health -

Brigham Young University
04.2017

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Websites

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Program Manager - WA State Fatal Drug Overdose Surveillance Network

King County
03.2023 - Current

Forensic Death Investigator

King County
05.2021 - 03.2023

Contact Tracing Lead - COVID-19 Contact Tracing

King County
07.2020 - 05.2021

Smoking Prevention and Policy Specialist

El Centro de la Raza
11.2019 - 07.2020

Clinical Research Coordinator - Cardiology

University of Washington
12.2018 - 11.2019

Clinical Research Coordinator - Department of Medicine & Division of Cardiology

UCLA
07.2017 - 11.2018

Doctor of Public Health -

Walden University

Master of Public Health - Cum Laude Honors -

West Coast University

Bachelor of Science in Public Health -

Brigham Young University

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