Townshend Peters
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Health Care Consultant with a proven track record at Myers and Stauffer, excelling in public health strategy and regulatory compliance analysis. Demonstrated leadership in enhancing operational efficiency and securing $150,000 in additional revenue through strategic client relationships. Expert in qualitative and quantitative research, driving impactful healthcare solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Health Care Consultant
Myers and Stauffer
Seattle, WA
01.2024 - 11.2025
- Directed healthcare projects to enhance operational efficiency and meet compliance standards.
- Conducted analysis of healthcare policies and regulations for precise implementation.
- Crafted detailed reports with actionable recommendations for client organizations.
- Cultivated client relationships to resolve issues and deliver strategic guidance.
Life Sciences Consultant
ZoomRx
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Led day-to-day project management for 50+ customized quantitative and qualitative initiatives across 8 internal teams requiring excellent operational leadership, clear communication skills, and a collaborative approach to project delivery
- Designed and implemented specialized operational programs for oncology and rare disease clinical areas, including data-driven insights and competitor research, benchmark forecasting models, evaluation plans, and health care product development
- Conducted in-depth research on pharmaceutical / oncological treatment regulation, patient access, payer research, and health policy tracking to develop reports on value-based care transition and emerging trends in cancer detection and diagnostics
- Spearheaded the automation of the AE reporting process to streamline reporting and reduce reporting errors, resulting in a 15% reduction in reporting errors
- Secured additional contracts through proactive BD efforts with clients totaling in $150,000 in additional revenue
- Mentored and trained junior consultants in client relations, presentation skills, and project management
Consultant
RTI International
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Executed comprehensive digital health strategies based on stakeholder analysis and evaluated effectiveness of clients' solutions.
- Designed a user-centered decision aid on Semblie, enhancing patient familiarity with precision medicine by 40%.
- Conducted over 20 qualitative interviews and focus groups with BIPOC community members to enhance online resource platform usability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate digital health solutions into existing healthcare technology systems.
- Facilitated more than 20 user-testing exercises, incorporating community feedback to refine product design and usability.
- Served as principal implementation manager, leading over 10 training sessions for healthcare professionals on digital health technologies.
- Developed and executed strategies that aligned with stakeholder needs, ensuring impactful client solutions.
- Enhanced patient engagement through targeted advocacy tools, improving understanding of specimen donation and clinical trials.
Research Fellow
UNC Health
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Facilitated partnerships with perinatal advocacy groups to develop self-advocacy tools, enhancing confidence in managing mood disorders by 35%.
- Authored digital curriculum on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders for providers, serving as implementation manager and trainer.
- Designed equity analysis plan assessing MATTERS' commitment to equitable hiring and community engagement practices.
- Led eight health program sessions with providers, promoting integration of evidence-based practices in maternal mental health care.
- Established metrics and analyzed workplace wellness programs, driving five quality improvement initiatives to enhance member experience.
- Developed equitable law enforcement plan supporting MCJC's advocacy for fair treatment of BIPOC residents by CHPD.
- Performed statistical analyses on CHPD's stop-and-arrest data, evaluating environmental racism impacts in Northside.
- Conducted mixed methods research measuring effects of environmental racism on Northside residents using epidemiology and community health assessments.
Policy Consultant
RTI International
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Authored legislative strategies and strategic lobbying plans to expand ACA coverage for male contraceptives
- Successfully initiated and managed collaborative partnerships with sexual reproductive health advocacy organizations to implement educational campaigns on male contraception
- Owned ACA and payer policy research (e.g., Medicaid, Medicare), analyzing federal and state health policy to inform payer outreach and partnership for value-based care and alternative payment model efforts
- Led 10 advocacy and social norm change campaigns for male contraception, resulting in 30% increased awareness among target demographic
- Analyzed and reported on survey data to inform media and communication plans for successful public outreach
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Graduate Researcher
Mills College
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Conducted immunological and disease research in Mills Cellular Biology Lab, focusing on underlying mechanisms.
- Designed and implemented cellular biology and immunology research initiatives under senior research staff guidance.
- Identified funding opportunities, developed grant proposals, and managed grant application processes.
Associate, Health Services
CSG
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Authored strategic communication plans for healthcare clients, increasing brand visibility by 20% and audience engagement by 15%.
- Managed relationships with leading industry media outlets, securing top-tier press coverage and generating hundreds of positive media engagements.
- Developed compelling content across various channels, contributing to a 30% boost in website traffic.
- Conducted market research and analysis to identify trends, enhancing client decision-making processes by 10%.
Education
Master of Public Health - Behavioral Sciences
UNC – Chapel Hill
05-2021
Post-Baccalaureate - Medicine
Mills College
05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - English
Boston College
05-2014
Skills
- Public health strategy and analysis
- Health care project management
- Regulatory compliance analysis
- Team leadership
- Policy evaluation and design
- Qualitative and quantitative research
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Health Care Consultant
Myers and Stauffer
01.2024 - 11.2025
Life Sciences Consultant
ZoomRx
09.2021 - 11.2022
Consultant
RTI International
07.2020 - 07.2021
Research Fellow
UNC Health
03.2020 - 12.2020
Policy Consultant
RTI International
01.2020 - 12.2020
Graduate Researcher
Mills College
09.2017 - 03.2019
Associate, Health Services
CSG
06.2016 - 07.2017
Master of Public Health - Behavioral Sciences
UNC – Chapel Hill
Post-Baccalaureate - Medicine
Mills College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Boston College