Bria Oden-Latham, MPH

Experience

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  The University of Akron

  Feb 2016 - Aug 2016

  Program Assistant

  · Provided general programming and administrative support to the center with a focus on the expansion of Health Professions Affinity Community (HPAC)· Assisted with supervising and mentoring students in health career pipeline programs· Attended health policy and community health programming meetings· Assisted in preparation and implementation of ARI-AHEC programs/events

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  AmeriCorps

  Aug 2016 - Jul 2018

  CRUSH AmeriCorps HPAC Specialist

  • Created HPAC programs with designated schools and community organizations. Specifically served within Akron Public Schools, Rootstown High School, Barberton High School, and the University of Akron• Assisted site staff in implementation of events, embedding program and support student HPAC volunteers for service days, programming and long-term sustainability held at schools and partner sites• Presented HPAC Rural and Urban Health Corps (CRUSH) to campus and local community organizations, student groups, faculty, and staff to obtain volunteers, and collaborate on service events • Researched relevant community organizations to coordinate additional volunteer opportunities for HPAC members, schools and organizations• Mentored and empowered students involved in HPAC • Participated in AmeriCorps training and events as required and requested by the State of Ohio• Communicated regularly with volunteers, partners and sites through check-in phone calls or text, e-mails, site visits and express personal appreciation for efforts Show less

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  Summa Health

  Jul 2017 - Aug 2020

  Critical Care Laboratory· Receive and process all incoming lab specimens· Use computer database (SoftLab) to review patient or test information, verify patient ID and lab values· Visually inspect specimens for integrity, avoid cross-contamination, and properly dispose of biohazard waste· Answered phones and frequently communicate with other departments, interact with other team members in a manner that fosters positive and productive professional relationships· Adhere to HPPA confidentiality policies when labeling specimens or reporting results Show less

  • Laboratory Assistant

    Jan 2019 - Aug 2020

  • Unit Secretary

    Apr 2018 - Jan 2019

  • Planning Intern

    Jul 2017 - Jul 2018
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  Kent State University

  May 2019 - May 2020

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the LEAD Ambassador Program, a peer support initiative that helps students become connected on campus and feel a sense of belonging.• Develop staff training for all LEAD Ambassadors for fall and spring semester.• Maintain regular meetings with student leaders to assess leadership needs and areas of opportunity for student support. • Facilitate regular staff meetings with all LEAD Ambassadors. • Promote and encourage student engagement with ADO programs and campus-wide events. • Assist with marketing and promotion of the LEAD Ambassador program.• Attend and participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and division-wide meetings and programs as advised. • Continually communicate with the Director and Assistant Director about projects, events, responsibilities, and concerns. • Foster quality relationships with students, staff, and faculty. Act as a resource for all staff and students regarding University questions. Show less

  • Graduate Assistant

    Aug 2019 - May 2020

  • Summer Advantage Graduate Student Leader

    May 2019 - Jul 2019
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  Summit County Public Health

  Aug 2019 - May 2020

  MCH Epidemiology Intern

  • Assisted and provided support to the Department of Maternal & Child Health • Created data report of sleep-related infant deaths that occurred in Summit County 2013-2017; 2018 Summit County Child Fatality Review Report; and review of Neighborhood Navigators survey categories • Analyzed data using SAS Enterprise Guide from Vital Statistics, Summit County Child Fatality Review, and Medical Examiner case records to compile unique data sets• Conducted literature review on sleep-related infant deaths and adherence to safe sleep recommendations• Presented data report to 25 Summit County professional/community stakeholders at the Child Fatality Review Board (CFRB) meeting; and to staff of Akron Children’s Hospital • Attended and participated in meetings such as Epidemiology team meetings, Safe Sleep, CFRB, Fetal & Infant Mortality Review (FIMR), Full Term First Birthday (FTFB), and various webinars Show less

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  Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

  Aug 2020 - Apr 2022

  CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellow
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  Ohio Department of Children and Youth

  Apr 2022 - now

  Epidemiology Investigator 3

  MCH Epidemiologist for the Ohio Pregnancy Assessment Survey (OPAS), Ohio Study of Associated Risks of Stillbirth (SOARS), Ohio Fatherhood Survey (OFS)