STARS
Zoe Smuckler
Sanford,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented healthcare professional with a Master of Public Health degree and a strong background in data analysis and management. Skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure accurate collection, documentation, and monitoring of data. Experienced in maintaining data integrity, resolving discrepancies, and adhering to protocol guidelines. Committed to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surveillance Epidemiologist
Orange County Florida Department Of Health
04.2024 - Current
- Designed, developed, and implemented the STD surveillance system, establishing a robust framework for tracking and analyzing data crucial to public health initiatives.
- Spearheaded the creation and design of comprehensive STD reporting sheets, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in data collection and analysis processes.
- Established communication strategies and protocols to streamline information flow within the department and with external stakeholders, ensuring timely and effective collaboration.
- Led data collection efforts aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and reducing resource waste, contributing to cost savings and improved resource allocation.
Epidemiologist
Seminole County Florida Department Of Health
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Analyzed and created data reports regarding Sexually Transmitted Disease numbers for Seminole County, Brevard County, Osceola County, and Orange County.
- Facilitated emails, flyers, and other materials to educate communities and deliver prevention, testing, and treatment information. Mastered high levels of customer satisfaction through a tireless commitment in meeting customer needs and resolving key issues/problems.
- Presented at outreach events to develop relationships with community members and other organizations.
- Created SOPs and strategies for department Staff regarding Monkey Pox.
- Investigated 150+ HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydia cases for Orange and Seminole Counties.
COVID-19 Response Frontline Case Investigator
Seminole County Florida Department Of Health
12.2020 - 06.2022
- Investigated 300+ COVID-19 cases in Seminole County to determine contact origins and individual symptoms; identified individuals exposed to the virus.
- Managed pertinent data through interviews with daycare attendees and staff members as well as school aged-children, school staff, and their families.
- Addressed COVID-19 symptoms and necessary courses of action for suspected infections, including testing, and monitoring outbreaks at local schools and daycare centers.
- Evaluated as the “Go To” staff member for complex cases.
- Presented knowledgeable health education and guidance to individuals with potential exposures to COVID-19.
Referral Coordinator
Orlando Health Physician Associates
12.2018 - 12.2020
- Composed 500+ authorizations and referrals from primary care providers for specialty and ancillary care.
- Formulated and managed data collected from Orlando Health Urgent Care Centers daily.
- Mastered the strict requirements regarding data confidentiality and integrity to avoid information breaches.
- Streamlined strategies and improved daily processes.
- Managed and verified patients' insurance eligibility for appointments involving family/internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, and gynecology.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Health
George Washington University, The
Washington, DC01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Goucher College
Towson, MD05.2013
Skills
- Data Interpretation
- Protocol Adherence
- Analytical Thinking
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
Software
County Health Department HMS
Merlin
Microsoft Office
FL-Essence
Orlando Health Epic
Adobe PDF
Certification
- Disease Intervention Specialist Certified
- HIV Testing Certified
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
- Presented at the National Coalition of STD Directors Engage 2023
Timeline
Surveillance Epidemiologist
Orange County Florida Department Of Health
04.2024 - Current
Epidemiologist
Seminole County Florida Department Of Health
06.2022 - 04.2024
COVID-19 Response Frontline Case Investigator
Seminole County Florida Department Of Health
12.2020 - 06.2022
Referral Coordinator
Orlando Health Physician Associates
12.2018 - 12.2020
Master of Arts - Public Health
George Washington University, The
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Goucher College
- Disease Intervention Specialist Certified
- HIV Testing Certified
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
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