Epidemiologist
Resume:
Velton W. Showell IV, M.P.H.
Portsmouth, VA 23701
******.*******.**@*****.***
Objective: Gain experience working as an Epidemiologist to employ skills developed while obtaining a master’s degree in public health and demonstrate the ability to work well in demanding, high intensity environments while working for the benefit of the organization and betterment of public health. Summary of Qualifications
• Comprehensive skill in data entry, documentation, and presentations.
• Familiar with base SAS and R data analysis software packages.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, and Windows XP.
• Versed in cultural competency.
• Knowledgeable of behavioral and infection prevention practices.
• HIPPA and CITI trained.
• Skilled in conduction and design staff training materials.
• Trained in epidemiological research strategies and study design.
• Self-motivated individual able to learn, lead, follow directions, and comprehend instructions. Education
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA; Master’s in Public Health (M.P.H.)
• Graduation: June 2018
Major: Epidemiology
Minor: Infection Prevention and Control
University of South Florida, Tampa, FL; Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
• Graduation: December 2011
Major: Public Health
Relevant Coursework
• Intermediate Epidemiology
• Intermediate Biostatistics
• Epidemiology for Public Health Practice
• Applied Survey Research in Epidemiology
• Introduction to Statistical Computing
• Data Science Using R
• Introduction to GIS for Public Health
• Management, Leadership, Assurance &
Health Services
• Microbes & Public Health Practice
• Infection Prevention and Control in the
Healthcare Environment
• Disease Outbreak Investigation
• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Experience
Epidemiologist; NMCPHC EpiData Center (September 2018-Present)
• Performs a broad and complex range of epidemiologic activities for the surveillance, detection, and prevention of illness, disease, and injury among Department of Defense customers.
• Applies principles of evidence-based public health, disease surveillance, and medical terminology to large data sets.
• Writes code using SAS to analyze data and translate results into actionable information and develop comprehensive, population-based approaches to healthcare delivery and health improvement.
• Develops and designs methods of collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data and applying knowledge of program processes and methods for prevention, intervention, and control of diseases of public health importance.
Velton W. Showell IV, M.P.H.
639 Dunedin Rd. Apt H
Portsmouth, VA 23701
******.*******.**@*****.***
Research Assistant; University of Pennsylvania, Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine (March 2017-June 2018)
• Administered patient enrollment surveys for the Immunology IBD Initiative study.
• Responsible for patient screening, biological sample collection, data collection, data entry, database creation, database maintenance, and data analysis.
• Provided direct support to the Project Manager and Principle investigator.
• Maintained, updated and monitored confidential patient records database to ensure compliance with HIPPA Laws.
• Executed comprehensive literature review.
• Imported data from different sources in various formats such as Excel, CSV, and database file.
• Utilized SAS to analyze real data collected from electronic medical records.
• Collected and reviewed industry data and built a customized database.
• Performed regression analysis and correlation analysis.
• Generated tables and graphs using PROC REPORT and PROC GPLOT. Research Intern; World Vision Ghana (June 2017-September 2017)
• Formulated a research question based on relevant literature to assess water purification options for households within rural communities located in disaster prone areas with a history of E. coli prevalence.
• Designed and conducted household surveys to evaluate household knowledge of the Procter & Gamble water purification program.
• Carried out microbial analysis on samples of purified water to measure water quality and effectiveness of the implemented program.
• Analyzed results and detailed findings in research report presented to the World Vision Ghana national office.
• Aided in conducting Open Defecation Free certification inspections in conjunction with USAID. Corporate Trainer; Caregiver Services, Inc. (January 2016-September 2016)
• Reviewed new and existing processes and produces tutorials and supporting documentation of each.
• Assisted in brainstorming, creation, and testing of new software as it is developed.
• Provided onsite, telephonic, and written assistance to personnel related to processes and software troubleshooting.
• Created tools and facilitated orientation/training of software and standard operating procedures to new and existing company employees.
• Responsible for developing and implementing training initiatives for all company employees at 13 office locations within the state of Florida.
Matrix Team Lead/ Interim Manager; Caregiver Services, Inc. (June 2014-December 2015)
• Managed and lead a department of 6 employees that were responsible for obtaining insurance reauthorizations, processing and entering data into the payment matrix correctly while abiding by payers’ contractual agreements.
• Provided assistance and strategic recommendations to the multiple registry offices.
• Responsible for proactively managing and monitoring Medicaid eligibility for over 5,000 clients within the company database to ensure completion along with following up on any identified in-eligible clients. Technical Skills
• Working knowledge of SAS, R, and ArcGIS
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Velton W. Showell IV, M.P.H.
639 Dunedin Rd. Apt H
Portsmouth, VA 23701
******.*******.**@*****.***
Memberships and Positions
• Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health Student Government Organization Class of 2018- Executive Officer
• Drexel University Epidemiology and Biostatistics Club- Vice President and Co-Founder
• Drexel University Global Health Forum- President
• Drexel Black Graduate Student Union- Treasurer
• Drexel University Graduate Student Association- Senator Awards
• 2018-2019 Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) Fellow, NMCPHC EDC
• 2017 Dornsife Global Development Scholar, Drexel University
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