Tamara Harness
Infection Preventionist
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Effective public health researcher well-educated in all areas of infection control and risk management. Highly compassionate in most sensitive of situations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Research Assistant
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Recorded and analyzed data to produce reports of results.
- Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Intern Doctor
Muhimbili National Hospital
04.2016 - 03.2017
- Monitored patient vitals.
- Supported senior physicians during rounds by taking notes, updating records, and facilitating communication between team members.
- Took basic patient information and recorded vital signs pre-appointments.
- Collaborated with doctors to give treatment and diagnose disease.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations with appropriate interventions according to established protocols.
- Performed bedside procedures such as venipuncture or IV placement with minimal complications improving patients'' comfort levels.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, building trust through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
- Took detailed notes on patient conditions and diagnoses.
- Conducted physical examinations for periodic health assessments, ensuring accurate evaluation of overall health status for each patient.
- Assisted in surgical procedures for better patient outcomes and a deeper understanding of medical processes.
- Improved patient care by meticulously documenting medical histories, physical examinations, and treatment plans.
- Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications, and immunization statuses.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing concerns and answering questions to ensure satisfaction.
Education
Master of Public Health - Public Health
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD 05.2001 -
M.D. - Medicine
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical College
Tanzania 05.2001 -
Skills
Friendly, positive attitude
ArcGIS
Microsoft Excel
Data analysis
STATA
Flexible and adaptable
MS office
Data entry
Timeline
Research Assistant
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
08.2017 - 11.2017
Intern Doctor
Muhimbili National Hospital
04.2016 - 03.2017
Master of Public Health - Public Health
Johns Hopkins University
05.2001 -
M.D. - Medicine
Kilimanjaro Christian Medical College
05.2001 -
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