Patrick Bradley
Edwards
Summary
Disease Intervention Specialist in technical and investigative work within a health program for the last 10+years. Primary responsibilities are the prevention and control of sexually transmitted and other communicable diseases. Work includes acquisition and investigation of confidential information pertaining to known and suspected cases of communicable diseases, collection of blood samples and submission to Public Health Laboratory, counseling patients and providing health education, consult with physicians, nurses and other health professionals to provide assistance with cases and maintain surveillance of diagnosed infections.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Care4me Services Jackson Medical Mall
06.2023 - Current
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
- Managing the resting components and promoting prevention and education to patients
Disease Intervention Specialist
Mississippi State Department Of Health
12.2008 - Current
- Transported patients to and from public health centers and other medical facilities.
- Obtained blood and pharyngeal samples from patients.
- Delivered educational presentations at health fairs, schools, community-based organizations and local, state and national conferences.
- Conducted field investigative activities to locate and refer for examination people suspected of having specific diseases.
Syphilis Coordinator
Care4me Services Jackson Medical Mall
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
05.2006 - 11.2008
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Teacher Assistant
Jackson Public School District
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Recreation
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS05.2002
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS12.1999
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Patient Counseling
- Record Keeping
- Project Management
- Research & Strategy
- Data Entry
- Interpersonal Skills
- Team Oriented
Accomplishments
NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Timeline
Program Manager
Care4me Services Jackson Medical Mall
06.2023 - Current
Syphilis Coordinator
Care4me Services Jackson Medical Mall
05.2022 - 06.2023
Disease Intervention Specialist
Mississippi State Department Of Health
12.2008 - Current
Package Handler
United Parcel Service, UPS
05.2006 - 11.2008
Teacher Assistant
Jackson Public School District
08.2005 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education And Recreation
Jackson State University
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Hinds Community College
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