Yenibeth Lopez
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Highly skilled Data Specialist with solid background in managing, interpreting and utilizing complex data sets. Strong abilities in data collection, cleansing, analysis and visualization techniques. Proven record of improving efficiency by streamlining processes using database management systems. Demonstrated acumen in diagnosing data problems and implementing effective solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
STI Data Specialist
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
Des Moines, Iowa
01.2026 - Current
- Review electronic lab and case reports for accuracy and completeness to support disease surveillance
and partner services. - Interpret laboratory data and case findings for external health care providers and laboratorians and
internal division staff to ensure complete utilization of testing algorithms so that there is sufficient
information for disease diagnosis, staging, case definitions, and prevention and intervention activities. - Review electronic lab and case reports for accuracy and completeness to support disease surveillance and partner services.
- Provide reports to enhance staff understanding and organization of disease prevention and intervention, while simultaneously performing disease surveillance and supporting external partner activities.
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of data.
- Analyze surveillance, program, and similar data for colleagues, managers, and external partners
(including local health departments and infection control professionals) to identify trends, troubleshoot,
and improve quality and efficiency of data and work. - Provide reports to enhance staff understanding and organization of disease prevention and
intervention, while simultaneously performing disease surveillance and supporting external partner
activities; - Oversaw testing procedures and communicated updates to health care providers on guidelines and treatment practices and communicates with health care providers regarding related information and guidelines, Iowa Code, and reporting procedures.
- Entered demographic, medical, and laboratory data into databases, ensuring accuracy for effective record keeping; medical, and laboratory information into databases.
- Educated new staff on core STI surveillance procedures and data management techniques on core STI surveillance and data management.
Quality Improvement Data Specialist
Primary Health Care
Des Moines, IA
08.2022 - 01.2026
- Utilizes health information technology applications to extract data for tracking, trending, and analyzing health center performance and quality of care metrics and performance improvement initiatives.
- Runs standard reports and builds ad hoc and custom reports. Analyzes information and provides feedback regarding data driven process, quality, and performance improvement.
- Collected, organized, and distributed actionable data through data summary reports and dashboards, informing quality improvement initiatives.
- Supported setup of population management system for new tracking activities, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility.
- Conducts ongoing data stewardship and data validation. Maintains applications, including data entry, to ensure current and accurate data is available for specified patient groups. Audits registry data periodically and takes appropriate action.
- Collaborates with leadership to develop quality assurance tools used to measure staff performance and documentation oversight.
- Facilitated quality improvement meetings and Joint Commission tracers, ensuring follow-up on action items to drive continuous quality enhancement.
Health Benefits Specialist
Primary Health Care
Des Moines, IA
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Acts as a patient advocate throughout the health benefit enrollment process.
- Identified patient barriers and provided necessary education to facilitate access to health benefits.
- Met with patients/clients to assess financial assistance needs and identify additional benefits available.
- Reviewed patient schedules to connect with patients needing assessment for financial assistance before upcoming appointments.
- Performs insurance verification utilizing provider tools and ensures network coverage at patients' request.
- Answers patients/clients’ questions related to billing statements and collaborates with the billing department to support patients
- Works to improve work processes and clinical outcomes including disparity and quality improvement initiatives.
Program Assistant-Nutrition Educator
Iowa State Extension and Outreach
Altoona, IA
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Delivers nutrition education programming to low-income diverse families with children.
- Prepares and presents lessons from a standardized curriculum to individuals or small groups.
- Engaged clientele in individual or small group learning experiences tailored to identified audiences.
- Delivered information through diverse methods including demonstrations, pamphlets, and seminars to enhance understanding.
- Maintains appropriate records of participants’ progress and prepares reports.
- Guided clientele in accessing community resources and provided referrals to support their needs.
- Plans for meeting facilities, sets dates, times for classes, collects, and organizes educational materials, and makes appointments with participants.
- Participates in regular conferences and training as scheduled.
- Conducts outreach to recruit program participants and volunteers.
Clinic Assistant
Planned Parenthood
Ames, IA
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Schedules and confirms patient appointments, check-ups, and physician referrals.
- Prepared patient files by obtaining personal and health information, supporting efficient patient care.
- Interviewed patients to complete insurance and privacy forms, facilitating smooth onboarding process.
- Compiled and recorded medical charts, reports, and correspondence to ensure accurate patient documentation.
- Demonstrated understanding of healthcare practices, standards, and medical terminology.
Peer Wellness Educator
Student Wellness Iowa State University
Ames, IA
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Implemented Student Wellness programs and initiatives, actively participating in campus events to enhance student well-being.
- Created and promoted wellness messages and marketing campaigns to engage student population.
- Facilitated presentations on wellness topics to educate and inform students.
Education
Masters of Public Administration - Healthcare Management
Drake University
Des Moines, IA12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Science
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2018
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Data Management
- Data cleaning
- Quality management
- Microsoft Office
- Data Entry
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Organizational Skills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability skills
- Fluent in Spanish
Timeline
STI Data Specialist
Iowa Department of Health and Human Services
01.2026 - Current
Quality Improvement Data Specialist
Primary Health Care
08.2022 - 01.2026
Health Benefits Specialist
Primary Health Care
09.2020 - 08.2022
Program Assistant-Nutrition Educator
Iowa State Extension and Outreach
02.2019 - 09.2020
Clinic Assistant
Planned Parenthood
04.2018 - 02.2019
Peer Wellness Educator
Student Wellness Iowa State University
07.2017 - 04.2018
Masters of Public Administration - Healthcare Management
Drake University
Bachelor of Science - Nutritional Science
Iowa State University