Master of Public Health

Sania Joshua, MPH

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EDUCATION

Master of Public Health (MPH) May 2015

Oakland University, Rochester, MI

Bachelor of Science in Applied Health Sciences May 2012 Honors: magna cum laude, Oakland University, Rochester, MI Associate Degree in Applied Science & Medical Assistant Studies August 2008 Honors: summa cum laude, Macomb Community College, Clinton Township, MI Related Coursework: Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Pathology, Psychology, Health Education, Health Administration, Healthcare Law/Values, Nutrition, Biology, Planning/Implementation/Evaluation of Public Health Interventions, Environmental Public Health (Federal Agencies), Early Childhood Development, Diversity & Social Justice Issues, Anthropology

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist, EARLY AUTISM SERVICES, IL / MI July 2017–Present

• Provide scientific research and evidence-based therapy for children on the spectrum in a 1:1 highly individualized and supported environment.

• Utilize programs based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis in psychology, to assist clients in various skill sets such as conversation, fine/gross motor, self-help, and pre-academic areas of development.

• Manage in-home therapy sessions by integrating families and provide parent training in certain program structures.

• Conduct data collection including probe and baseline in order to guide data-based decisions.

• Generate learning strategies and procedures to better developmental delays under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

• Train and educate new hires to practice evidence-based methods in applied behavior therapy.

• Attend weekly team meetings and coordinate specific goals and targets with a team of BCBAs and therapists.

• Travel to the home of each client per appointments in the therapist's case load.

• Polish and advance communication, professional, and therapeutic skills, while working both independently and alongside a team of therapists.

• Accomplish and further the purpose of assisting those on autism spectrum disorders to attain their highest potential. Public Health Research Intern, WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS GROUP, Troy, MI May 2014–August 2014

• Managed a Diabetes study in the Quality Improvement Department focusing on the population in the community of Detroit, Michigan.

• Explored epidemiological measures: surveyed incidence/prevalence of diabetes in target population and compared findings with diabetes statistics/reports available in MDHHS.

• Investigated health complications pertaining to diabetes to reduce risk of negative health outcomes and seek strategies for care providers to impact tertiary preventive care.

• Researched/audited EMRs to identify patterns that may be limiting the quality of tertiary preventive care.

• Performed scientific literature and evidence-based research to corroborate findings from data analysis.

• Utilized HEDIS data/measures to study clinical practices relevant to diabetic patient care services.

• Coordinated / communicated health management and policy processes with clinical directors/representatives of various health divisions to introduce cost-effective preventive care services that saves roughly $50,000 per year.

• Identified the need for routine ophthalmology evaluations as an area of high priority and, consequently, devised appropriate clinical decisions, which was commended greatly by directorial board.

• Refined professionalism and leadership skills by meeting multiple deadlines, working independently and creatively, and engaging collaboratively with colleagues.

• Assessed various courses of action, implemented a capstone plan of action, and established a SMART objective to improve preventive care relevant to diabetes by the end of June 2014.

• Presented an executive summary of findings to the medical faculty of the WSU School of Medicine in August 2014. Sania Joshua, MPH

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Medical Documentation Specialist, WRIGHT & FILIPPIS, Madison Heights, MI August 2012 – February 2013

• Collaborated with Rehab Engineering and Assistive Technology Professionals (ATPs) in overseeing 100 patients in Macomb/Livingston/Washtenaw counties in Michigan.

• Studied physician reports to determine medical necessity for ambulatory equipment for approximately 50 rehab patients within my jurisdiction.

• Launched an order for five manual/power wheelchairs for rehab patients in my jurisdiction within a 90-day period, which boosted the overall company sales to approximately $200,000.

• Generated progress reports throughout the day using internal portals and databases: Sharepoint and Bridge.

• Acted as a liaison between ATPs, rehab patients, physicians, physical and occupational therapists, and leading insurance agencies.

• Evaluated various medical documents in order to avoid possible delays or denial of certain assistive devices.

• Validated and processed medical documents in accordance with federal and state regulations.

• Resolved approximately five customer complaint calls on a daily basis with high standards of professionalism. Certified Medical Assistant, ALLERGY & ASTHMA ASSOCIATES, Royal Oak, MI May 2007– February 2011

• Assisted five physicians / immunologists at two locations each week with both clerical and clinical roles.

• Administered allergy skin tests and subcutaneous/intradermal/intramuscular injections to approximately 50 patients per day, and carried out inventory evaluations as needed.

• Documented vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate and temperature and administered pulmonary-related diagnostic procedures to approximately 20 patients per day.

• Trained five new employees on the job and acted as a shadow for three resident-physicians from the Royal Oak William Beaumont hospital.

• Noted often by physicians and patients for imparting excellent bedside and professional manners. Student Tutor, MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Warren, MI May 2005 – May 2007

• Tutored students enrolled in the coursework on Medical Terminology in both group and private sessions.

• Provided ‘Special Needs’ teaching services to students with physical disabilities such as blindness and deafness.

• Administered short quizzes, practice tests and study sheets to help students better prepare for an upcoming exam.

• Evaluated and proofread term papers/projects upon special request, which helped two students to obtain a passing grade in the coursework.

PROFESSIONAL & CIVIL AFFILIATIONS

• Member of the Golden Key International Honor Society

• Member of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society

• Member of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

• Member of Board, Director of Youth/Children Division, Non-Profit: Restoration Missions In Christ, Michigan (RMIC) LANGUAGES / ADDITIONAL SKILLS

• Knowledge of the following four Indian languages, Hindi: fluent in spoken and written, Marathi: intermediate spoken and advanced written, Malayalam: fluent in spoken, Tamil: intermediate ability to understand.

• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).

• Possess Diploma in Web Designing.

• Acquired strong writing, verbal, and public speaking skills through the MPH program at Oakland University and the undertaking of the diabetes research project at WSUPG.

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