Alexandra Reekie
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dedicated and goal-oriented MPH professional, exemplifying a high degree of analytical, communication and statistical reporting skills. Well-versed in epidemiology of STBBIs and their public health interventions, surveillance and policies. Experience in statistical analysis of health data, hands-on intervention in public health settings and federal government policies. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and to quickly learn and openly collaborate with others.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Officer (AS-01)
Statistics Canada
Edmonton, AB
05.2022 - Current
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Developed and implemented organizational systems to streamline daily operations at regional and HQ level.
- Developed and maintained administrative databases to systematically file documentation, to analyze Operational activity and to generate detailed reports.
- Assisted management on special projects and committees by providing recommendations, implementing work processes and collaborating with diverse teams.
- Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
- Communicated Operational objectives to various divisions to meet deadlines and adhere to Regional budgets on ongoing manner.
- Created presentations and other materials to support organizational activities.
Administrative Clerk
Statistics Canada
Edmonton, AB
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Created, inputted data and updated records through rigorous filing and data entry to maintain document compliance.
- High degree of time management and coordination skills in distributing supplies and completing administrative tasks, and according to time deadlines.
- Demonstrated high leadership skills within a team, quickly moving into an acting supervisory role.
Community Program Lead
Centre For Autism Services Alberta
Edmonton, AB
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Independently facilitated an art program to children, teens, and young adults diagnosed with ASD while working alongside them to provide support and independence-building techniques and while supervising volunteers.
- Coached and mentored staff and volunteers to deliver hands-on intervention and prevention strategies
- Developed programming and supported social skills during online virtual art classes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Behavioural Interventionist
Centre For Autism Services Alberta
Edmonton, AB
09.2018 - 04.2022
- Implemented specialized services and behaviour- management intervention within a household, community and school setting (as an EA/PUF Aide) to improve cognitive, social, feeding, speech and other behavioural skills.
- Communicated and maintained accurate records of behaviour to provide precise, unbiased and data-based information on progress to all stakeholders
- Collaborated with school personnel, family members and team members on an ongoing and positive manner to develop individual plans and provide effective evidence-based support
- Displayed interpersonal skills and professional conduct while working to provide family-centered care.
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
Statistics Canada
Edmonton, AB
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Investigated and identified confirmed and suspected coronavirus cases, also documenting potentially affected contacts.
- Performed confidential record keeping by logging client health information within secure contact-tracing software and within online HIS in different provinces and health authorities such as AHS, Fraser Health, Interior Health, PHAC, Manitoba and in Nunavut health services.
- Notified and interviewed individuals to ascertain novel coronavirus exposure level while screening health data and symptoms.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations in accordance with working with new health authorities or changing COVID-19 regulations.
Research Assistant /Public Health Intern
Alberta Health Services, STI Services
Edmonton, AB
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Independently developed an analysis plan and assessed large health datasets using scientific methods while following important specifications and critical data management.
- Compiled, managed, corrected and organized large health data sets to efficiently analyze data in accordance to research objectives.
- Researched and interpreted large volumes of scientific data and literature. Individually developed an extensive literature review for publication.
- Collaborated with research teams to develop project plans aligned with target timescales; frequently engaged with multiple stakeholders on STBBIs to determine evidence-based decision-making with data analysis and programming.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations and an extensive research report (excel, tableau, SPSS).
- Developed presentations of technical data, literature data and visual charts to diverse audiences while providing STBBI program recommendations and to generate buy-in amongst provincial stakeholders.
- Collaborated on manuscript development, prepared materials for peer-review submission and successful publication.
- Actively attended meetings with STI Services' team members to enhance active learning and collaboration on project deliverables.
Research Student
ICORD Burn And Wound Healing Lab, UBC
Vancouver, BC
11.2015 - 12.2015
- Participated in lab meetings and project presentations.
- Assisted scientists by collecting and organizing laboratory data. Observed and demonstrated an understanding in multiple laboratory procedures related to studying health data related to immunity, transplantation and cell physiology.
Education
Master of Public Health -
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Minor in Psychology
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB06.2018
Skills
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Health Data Management & Collection
- Research & Statistical Analysis
- Report Writing & Oral Communication/Presentations
- Multitasking and Organization
- Critical & Analytical Thinking
- Public Health Procedures
- Disease Processes & STBBI programming
- Epidemiological Investigation
- Operational Processes & Budgetary Policies at Federal Level
Research & Conferences
- Published Peer-reviewed Paper: "A Cross-Sectional Retrospective Evaluation of Opt-Out STI Screening at Admission Within a Short-Term Correctional Facility" Journal of Correctional Healthcare, 28(5), September 2022
- Presenter @ STI & HIV 2021 World Congress, ISSTDR & IUSTI, Amsterdam, Netherlands: poster presentation of the "Evaluation of Opt-Out STI & HIV Screening in a Short-Term Correctional Facility in Alberta, Canada"
- STI & HIV Scholarship (Category A - Young researchers): awarded from STI & HIV 2021 World Congress Committee
- Current research analysis assistant to Dr. Rabia Ahmed, participating in lead conduction of statistical analysis of current health research project, in anticipation of peer-review submission
Certification
- WHMIS Training
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- TCPS 2: Core (Research Ethics)
- Achievement in Completing the Fundamentals of OCAP Course (FNIGC)
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
- Numerous courses completed from CSPS via Statistics Canada
Professional Memberships & Volunteering
Organizer, World Health Organization Simulation Conference, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon SK [January - April 2021]
- Student representative for the School of Public Health assisting in organizing conference activities and collaborating with students from the Student medical Society of Saskatchewan in creating sub-sections
- Enhanced knowledge on international issues surrounding Reproductive and Sexual Health
Volunteer, Department Assistant to Siblings Childcare in NICU, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Edmonton AB [2016-2020]
- Collaborated in creating new health promotion and psychosocial programs for parents and for siblings of NICU families to mitigate anixiety and promote coping mechanisms
- Assisted in editing NICU hospital documentation such as posters, hospital documents, and front-desk infographic sheets
- Worked hands-on with families of the NICU and gained an undertstanding of hardship surrounding extended periods of stay and health outcomes of NICU families
Volunteer, Centre for Autism Services Alberta, Edmonton AB [2017-2018]
General Member & Student Volunteer, CANFAR UAlberta, Edmonton AB [2015-2017]
- Volunteered with HIV Edmonton at community fundraising and awareness events, promoting awareness aimed at reducing social stigma related to HIV
Timeline
Regional Officer (AS-01)
Statistics Canada
05.2022 - Current
Administrative Clerk
Statistics Canada
03.2022 - 06.2022
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
Statistics Canada
11.2020 - 03.2022
Research Assistant /Public Health Intern
Alberta Health Services, STI Services
09.2020 - 06.2021
Community Program Lead
Centre For Autism Services Alberta
09.2019 - 04.2022
Behavioural Interventionist
Centre For Autism Services Alberta
09.2018 - 04.2022
Research Student
ICORD Burn And Wound Healing Lab, UBC
11.2015 - 12.2015
Master of Public Health -
University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Minor in Psychology
University of Alberta