Chaitra Mandadhi
Mernda,VIC
Summary
Passionate and dedicated team player with a strong background in disease prevention, outbreak management, and community health. Proven track record of coordinating public health initiatives, conducting research, and providing exemplary customer service. Skilled in leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration. Committed to promoting health equity and improving the well-being of communities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Officer
North Eastern Public Health Unit
09.2021 - Current
- Improved community health outcomes by developing and implementing targeted public health programs.
- Enhanced disease surveillance and response capabilities through rigorous data analysis and strategic planning.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies for coordinated public health efforts and resource sharing.
- Conducted comprehensive community needs assessments to identify priorities and allocate resources effectively.
- Respond to notifications and outbreaks of notifiable conditions, ensuring compliance with communicable disease procedures and guidelines.
- Conduct case interviews, contact follow-up, and provide public health information and advice to individuals.
- Liaise with healthcare professionals, laboratory staff, and other stakeholders to ensure appropriate management and linkage to care pathways.
- Investigate at-risk workplaces and communities to identify and prevent communicable disease transmission.
- Maintain accurate records of work activities and data management to support surveillance objectives.
- Provide supervision, advice, and training to Contact Tracing Support Officers.
Health and Safety Coordinator
Sidekicker Smoothies
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Reduced workplace accidents by effectively coordinating safety training programs for all employees.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations by meticulously maintaining accurate records of incidents, inspections, and corrective actions.
- Liaised with key stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety protocols and environmental regulations.
- Conducted incident investigations and audits, implementing corrective action plans as necessary.
- Managed and led a team of 30 staff, fostering a collaborative and safe work environment.
- Undertook data entry, data cleansing, and information management tasks, ensuring adherence to process and policy.
Research Fellow and Laboratory Assistant
DFTR (Durga Femto Technologies And Research)
04.2015 - 04.2018
- Enhanced research quality by implementing rigorous methodologies and data analysis techniques.
- Conduct experiments and research according to set protocols, maintaining laboratory equipment and records.
- Published research findings in top-tier academic journals, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
- Presented research results at national and international conferences, fostering professional relationships and collaborations.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health (Advanced)
Torrens University Australia
Melbourne, VIC12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Dayananda Sagar University
Bangalore, India06.2018
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Community Health
- Public Health Management
- Outbreak Management
- Communicable Diseases Management
- Mental Health Crisis Intervention
- Community Engagement
- Research
- Health Policy Development
- Disease Control
- Environmental Health Monitoring
Accomplishments
- Essential Epidemiologic Tools for Public Health Practice
- Project Management Foundations
- Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function
- Mental Health Crisis First Aider
Certifications:
Research Papers
Publications:
- "Extraction of acetylcholinesterase inhibitors from moringa oleifera and analyzing its activity with zebrafish" [Link: https://www.wjpps.com/wjpps_controller/abstract_id/8083]
- "T-maze alternation for zebrafish behavioral studies" [Link: https://www.wjpps.com/wjpps_controller/abstract_id/8035]
Timeline
Public Health Officer
North Eastern Public Health Unit
09.2021 - Current
Health and Safety Coordinator
Sidekicker Smoothies
08.2018 - 11.2020
Research Fellow and Laboratory Assistant
DFTR (Durga Femto Technologies And Research)
04.2015 - 04.2018
Master of Science - Public Health (Advanced)
Torrens University Australia
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Dayananda Sagar University
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