Research Coordinator

Tunu A. Tenende

**** ****** **** **.

Missouri City, TX 77459

832-***-****

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****.*******@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

Utilizing my early career development accomplishments, understanding the passion I have for helping people and following my desire to make a difference in the lives of others, I seek a healthcare related career path position that will allow me to contribute to the team goals of an organization.

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX

Research Data Coordinator 2008-Present

 Develop and maintain system for controlling paper flow for protocols and hospital policies, including records of surgery, and pathology information

 Develop and maintain databases for collection of research data

 Maintain schedules for timely submissions of all grant data

 Assist in the preparation of information and reports for grant submission

 Responsible for the completion of data forms, dosimetry, films, treatment records, surgery and pathology information

 Control the randomization of patients and ensures follow-up appointments

 Act as a liaison with patients, families, physicians, and other personnel

 Maintain contact with other institutions participating in studies and coordinates all data

 Attend Planning Clinics and workshops as required

 Experience in manuscript writing

 Create deliverables such as data tables, files, databases and reports

American Heart Association Dallas, TX

Research Public Health Analyst 2007 – 2008

 Provide ongoing assessment of access to and coverage for appropriate and affordable quality care which includes efforts to eliminate healthcare disparities, including racial and ethnic disparities.

 Coordinate analytic projects for the access to and coverage for appropriate and affordable quality care initiative

 Monitor and provide internal updates regarding the access to and coverage for appropriate and affordable quality care from various external and internal requestors

 Conduct qualitative data analysis and document review on EMTALA issues and uncompensated care

 Conduct literature reviews and synthesis using internet searches as well as database searches including MedLine and PubMed

 Data presentations for publications using MS PowerPoint and Publisher

 Systematically collect information relating to quality of care issues

 Develop new and update existing study documentation

 Conduct basic database management using MS Access

 Experience in manuscript writing

 Create deliverables such as data tables, files, databases and reports

American Heart Association Dallas, TX

Project Coordinator 2007

 Provide project coordination for the Advocacy and Public Health Department activities at the National Center.

 Member of the Advocacy Project Management Team

 Provide administrative support and project coordination for various programs and professional staff within the Advocacy Department, including state advocacy, state health alliances and overall integration of Association field health impact efforts.

 Responsibilities include policy and program research

 Overall project management and coordination

 Planning and coordination of major meetings and conferences

 Database maintenance and reporting

 Web design and content management

 Quantitative program evaluation using SPSS

 Assist with budget development and budget revisions

 Assist with other administrative project management staff as needed.

Baylor College of Medicine Houston, TX

Research Coordinator 2006

 Collect data and reviews data collection forms for completeness according to guidelines for the STOPP-T2D diabetes prevention project.

 Attend and complete training on research protocol involving human subjects (IRB).

 Tracking research participants

 Qualitative data collection and analysis

 Conduct site visits and interviews

 Proof finished copies of confidential study forms.

 Ensure that forms are correctly completed in accordance with study protocol.

 Ensure that adverse events are accurately documented.

 Adhere to Behavioral Nutrition Group and project guidelines, policies, and procedures, including confidentiality.

 Attend project staff meetings and trainings as necessary.

ISS Consultants, Inc. Houston, TX

Account and HR Administrator 2002 - 2006

 Process employment applications/ resumes and assist managers in other employment activities such as maintaining an applicant database in Excel, tracking applicants in recruiting software, scheduling interviews, and drafting offers

 Coordinate travel arrangements for prospective candidates and Executives of company

 Assist with new hire orientation

 Administer pre-employment, termination, leave of absence, and performance management processes and paperwork, correspond with staff regarding changes in the workplace, new policies and procedures concerning HR services

 Manage client accounts including the interfacing of such clients using Microsoft Excel

 Manage the Expense Report System using Enterprise One

 Developed training documentation for interns in Account and HR Administrative roles using MS Word

 Conducted training workshops for interns in Account and HR Administrative roles

ISS Consultants, Inc. Houston, TX

Consulting/Recruiting Intern May 1999-Aug 1999 May 1998-Aug 1998

 Special projects as assigned in Word, PowerPoint and Excel for a Information Technology staffing firm

 Advertised for open positions in the company by placing ads in locations such as The Houston Chronicle and job boards such as Monster, Dice, FlipDog, CareerBuilder and Active Wireless.

 Measured the effectiveness of such job boards and recruiting methods to find those most effective for the clients as well as the location of positions

 Input all client and consultant information into Microsoft Excel

 Assisted in processes involved in staffing where it relates to Information Technology

 Compiled competitive internet information, organized research studies detailing past work and work-in-progress, and all pertinent information needed for accurate meeting of client standards

 Assist recruiters with the initial screening of prospective applicants

 Verify that all application packets are complete, filled out correctly, and appropriate eligibility documents are attached

 Verify that drug screens are taken within a timely manner, and verify that criminal background checks are clear

 Backup for President and willingness to answer client calls

SKILLS

 Proficient in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, MS Excel, MS Outlook and MS Publisher

 Excellent leadership, interpersonal and presentation skills

 Strong organizational, planning and documentation skills

 Self motivated and detail orientated

 Excellent team player with the ability to also work independently

 Excellent written and communication skills

 Strong analytical skills through literature searches as well as data analysis in SPSS and Excel

EDUCATION

University of North Texas Health Science Center Dallas, TX

Masters Degree in Public Health May 2009

University of Houston – Main Campus Houston, TX

B.S. Psychology with Biology Minor Aug. 2005

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