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Tonya Jones

North Charleston,South Carolina

Summary

Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Finance Manager

Showroom Auto Sales of Charleston
05.2020 - Current
  • Maintained organization of business to support efficiency, professionalism, and performance objectives
  • Created business solutions that increased monthly sales growth by 30%.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and minimize losses.

Internship

The Navigation Center
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted a health and health care needs assessment for children who are unstably housed to find out how to best connect them with the health services needed, and specifically, whether Telehealth can be used to do it
  • Participated in recruitment efforts of participants, conducted face-to face interviews with participants, study and reviewed each protocol to interview the patients that meet the inclusion criteria
  • Presented findings, performed program evaluation, assessed weakness and feasibility of ongoing programs, and included recommendations to key stakeholders.

Public Health Society Association Student Treasurer

Medical University of South Carolina
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Maintained an overview of the Association’s affairs, ensuring the financial stability of the Association, and ensuring the proper funds are being invested within the department
  • Informed the PHS committee about its financial duties and responsibilities and advising strategic plans
  • Presented budgets and financial statements for approval, ensuring proper financial records and procedures are maintained, contributing to the fundraising strategy of the PHA.

Disease Intervention Specialist

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
12.2021 - 08.2022
  • Implemented strategies to prevent and stop the spread of COVID-19
  • Counseled cases (patients) on ongoing basis to assist with challenges regarding quarantine
  • Provided education and support to cases (patients) family members, prepared required treatment records and reports, and conducted patient interviews before, during and after recovery

Office Manager

Kash saver
11.2007 - 03.2020
  • Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering, and forwarding calls and creating business letters
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.

Athletic Trainer

Military Magnet
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • Helped to design fitness and conditioning programs for student-athletes.
  • Educated athletes on proper nutrition, hydration, and recovery strategies for optimal performance.
  • Implemented preventive measures for injuries by conducting thorough assessments and evaluations.

Education

Masters in public health - Epidemiology

College of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina
05.2024

Bachelors in health care studies -

College of Health Professions, Medical University of South Carolina
12.2020

Associate in science and arts -

Trident Technical College
07.2019

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Organization
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Data/Statistical Analysis
  • Research Projects
  • Microsoft Office
  • Teamwork
  • SAS/ Statistical Software
  • Study Design
  • Disease Prevention
  • Strategic Planning

Certification

  • CPR Certified through the American Heart Association
  • Volunteer at Hollings Cancer Center, LowVELO | November 2023| Assisted participants at health check points with screening to ensure their safety.
  • Volunteer at Wreaths Across America | December 2023|
  • Volunteer at MUSC Alliance for Hispanic Health | May 2023| Conducted health screenings
  • Volunteer at Habitats for Humanity |July 2020|
  • Volunteer at Medical University of South Carolina | August 2018-May 2019| Cared for patients on the OT and PT floor.
  • Certified through the NFHS program (Simons Heart) successfully completing Sudden Cardiac Arrest, Concussion in Sports, and Heat Illness Prevention | June 2019|
  • Volunteer at North Charleston Recreation Department |August 2004-August 2012|
  • Citi program, Certification in Biomedical Investigators and key personnel and Certification in Good Clinal Course for Clinical Trials involving Drugs | June 2020 | August 2022|
  • Fundamentals of Team STEPPS | February 2023|

CDC Train Certifications:

  • Contact Tracing Certification (John Hopkins Foundation) | Jan 31, 2022
  • Field Epidemiology (School of Public Health, University of Albany) | Mar 2, 2022
  • Case Investigators and Contact Tracers (Astho) Feb 4, 2022
  • Addressing your COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns | Feb 10, 2022 COVID-19
  • Specimen Collection, Storage, and Transport | March 2, 2022
  • Cultural Awareness: Introduction to Cultural Competency and Humility | Feb 16, 2022
  • Public Health 101 Series- Introduction to Public Health | March 2, 2022
  • COVID-19 Testing Overview | Mar 4, 2022
  • Public Media Data for Public Health | Mar 4, 2022
  • Introduction to Trauma Informed Care for DIS | Mar 4, 2022
  • The Challenge of Vaccine Hesitancy in the COVID Pandemic | Mar 4, 2022
  • Overview of Public Health Data | Mar 8, 2022
  • What is Epidemiology in Public Health| University of Washington-School of Public Health| March 16,2022
  • Women’s Mental Health Across the Lifespan Affairs| US Department of Veterans| March 22, 2022
  • Determinants of Global Health| March 22, 2022

Timeline

Internship

The Navigation Center
05.2023 - 12.2023

Public Health Society Association Student Treasurer

Medical University of South Carolina
08.2022 - 08.2023

Disease Intervention Specialist

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
12.2021 - 08.2022

Finance Manager

Showroom Auto Sales of Charleston
05.2020 - Current

Athletic Trainer

Military Magnet
08.2018 - 09.2019

Office Manager

Kash saver
11.2007 - 03.2020

Masters in public health - Epidemiology

College of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina

Bachelors in health care studies -

College of Health Professions, Medical University of South Carolina

Associate in science and arts -

Trident Technical College
  • CPR Certified through the American Heart Association
  • Volunteer at Hollings Cancer Center, LowVELO | November 2023| Assisted participants at health check points with screening to ensure their safety.
  • Volunteer at Wreaths Across America | December 2023|
  • Volunteer at MUSC Alliance for Hispanic Health | May 2023| Conducted health screenings
  • Volunteer at Habitats for Humanity |July 2020|
  • Volunteer at Medical University of South Carolina | August 2018-May 2019| Cared for patients on the OT and PT floor.
  • Certified through the NFHS program (Simons Heart) successfully completing Sudden Cardiac Arrest, Concussion in Sports, and Heat Illness Prevention | June 2019|
  • Volunteer at North Charleston Recreation Department |August 2004-August 2012|
  • Citi program, Certification in Biomedical Investigators and key personnel and Certification in Good Clinal Course for Clinical Trials involving Drugs | June 2020 | August 2022|
  • Fundamentals of Team STEPPS | February 2023|

CDC Train Certifications:

  • Contact Tracing Certification (John Hopkins Foundation) | Jan 31, 2022
  • Field Epidemiology (School of Public Health, University of Albany) | Mar 2, 2022
  • Case Investigators and Contact Tracers (Astho) Feb 4, 2022
  • Addressing your COVID-19 Vaccine Concerns | Feb 10, 2022 COVID-19
  • Specimen Collection, Storage, and Transport | March 2, 2022
  • Cultural Awareness: Introduction to Cultural Competency and Humility | Feb 16, 2022
  • Public Health 101 Series- Introduction to Public Health | March 2, 2022
  • COVID-19 Testing Overview | Mar 4, 2022
  • Public Media Data for Public Health | Mar 4, 2022
  • Introduction to Trauma Informed Care for DIS | Mar 4, 2022
  • The Challenge of Vaccine Hesitancy in the COVID Pandemic | Mar 4, 2022
  • Overview of Public Health Data | Mar 8, 2022
  • What is Epidemiology in Public Health| University of Washington-School of Public Health| March 16,2022
  • Women’s Mental Health Across the Lifespan Affairs| US Department of Veterans| March 22, 2022
  • Determinants of Global Health| March 22, 2022
Tonya Jones