HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response

An estimated 20% of people who die from traumatic injuries could have survived with rapid bleeding control. Find out how BARDA’s medical countermeasure investments in radiological and nuclear preparedness help to address traumatic injuries https://lnkd.in/gRu-u3er 

Eduardo Cua, Commander, USPHS lives in Hale’iwa Hawaii on the North Shore of Oahu. He joined ASPR formally in 2019 but deployed with ASPR for many years before that as an Agency Representative. “To me, AANHPI month is a way to highlight what Asian American, Native Hawaiian Pacific Islanders contribute to our broader community. It’s amazing because where I live and manage AANHPI are so well represented in all areas of my life: leadership roles, positions of influence, business, artists, all of it. End of
Translation So, to me it’s just a nice way to showcase to a larger audience what I get to celebrate and experience every day. It’s meaningful to me as a ‘minority’ representative to see people who fit my archetype doing amazing things. The message for impressionable people and younger generations to witness this is amazing, shows them that there is a place for them in these roles. Lastly, I’m so stoked to be asked to do this and give an ASPR voice to Asian Pacific Islanders in our organization and be able to spread the Aloha to all of you!” Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander #AANHPI Heritage Month provides an opportunity to honor and celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures, histories, and contributions of AANHPI people and communities. In that spirit, during AANHPI Heritage Month, we are highlighting a few members of #TeamASPR as they reflect on what this month means to them. To learn about their perspectives, visit https://lnkd.in/egKJAgpD.

Today, we remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. At ASPR we seek to honor their sacrifice on Memorial Day and every day. Their ultimate sacrifice serves as a reminder of the true cost of liberty and the debt of gratitude we owe. May their legacy inspire us to cherish our freedom and strive for a more peaceful world. #HonoringHeroes #MemorialDay

Health care Providers: Your wellbeing matters. Make self-care a priority, and take time to rest, recharge, and rejuvenate. Taking care of yourself on a regular basis can help you decrease stress, compassion fatigue, and burnout. Check out the ASPR TRACIE Mini Modules to Relieve Stress for Health Care Workers to learn how you can manage your stress more effectively. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth https://lnkd.in/dcpzMBw

✍️ Apply today! ASPR is looking for an experienced and knowledgeable Chief Information Security Officer to join the Office of Information Technology. In this role, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: ✔️ Providing leadership, strategic and innovative thinking, and pragmatic action to identify, plan, and execute strategies ✔️ Developing and implementing strategies intended to improve the organization's cybersecurity posture, program, and customer experience ✔️ Enhancing cyber incident response to risks and threats ✔️ Managing the staff in the Cybersecurity Division This position is based in Washington, DC. Applications are due by May 27. To learn more and apply, visit https://lnkd.in/ekNC6GEh.

✍️ Apply today! ASPR is looking for a motivated and energetic public health analyst. In this role, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: ✔️ Developing, monitoring, implementing, and evaluating current or projected complex, interrelated public health programs involving governmental and non-governmental organizations ✔️ Analyzing existing or proposed systems, strategies, services, or other health-related matters for long range implementation and administration of the public health program ✔️ Serving as liaison, committee member, or similar point of contact with external and internal representatives This position is based in Washington, DC, San Francisco, CA, and Chicago, IL. Travel is expected on an occasional basis. Applications are due by May 26. To learn more and apply, visit https://lnkd.in/eqGuHGZZ.

📣Calling all computer science, computer information, and other related majors! ASPR would like to see your skills in action this summer. Volunteer with the Office of Regional Response, Incident Management at ASPR to help create a SharePoint site that will be used in the pre-event and response phases of the emergency management cycle. You will interact directly with key stakeholders in the planning of assignments and the resolution of day-to-day operational problems, as well as create SharePoint workflows such as Power Automate and other workflow automation tools. Qualifications ✔️ In pursuit of a computer science, information science (or the like) ✔️ Either working on or in possession of Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist ✔️ Expertise in MS Office products (Word, PPT, Excel) ✔️ Ambitious, self-starter, proactive 📅 This remote position will begin in July 2024 for a flexible duration of 90 to 180 days. ✍️ Please submit a resume to the ASPR Talent Acquisition Team at asprtalentacquisition@hhs.gov. Applications are due May 31, 2024. Visit https://lnkd.in/erSmAxbj for more information on this student volunteer position.

At the #NDMSTrainingSummit, Dr. Jeffrey Freeman, director of the of National Center for Disaster Medicine & Public Health at the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, discussed the Congressionally directed NDMS Pilot Project to enhance interoperability & expand capabilities of the NDMS. The pilot aims to assess and strengthen NDMS to meet the health and medical needs of sick and injured people returning to the U.S. from an overseas large-scale combat operation. The pilot project will be conducted over the course of five years at five sites.

Congratulations to all the winners of the Medical Reserve Corps Awards and thank you for your dedication to serving your communities. These awards shine a spotlight on outstanding contributions in innovation, enhancing resilience, response, preparedness, mentorship, leadership, and more. To find out how MRC units are building resilience in their own communities and inspiring others, check out this year’s awardees: https://lnkd.in/e5YyH8rE

“The National Disaster Medical System has been answering the call to serve in communities nationwide since 1989, when we first deployed in response to Hurricane Hugo. For 35 years, we have served communities across America and we must continue to be ready to respond, no matter what lies ahead. Natural disasters have become more frequent, extensive, and lethal. Man-made threats are becoming more dangerous, putting national health security at risk. But we are training to ensure NDMS is ready to respond – no matter what lies ahead. At this week’s #NDMSTrainingSummit, our responders are learning to set up a Base of Operations, prepare for deployment, use specialized equipment, and more. They are gaining insight on challenges and solutions from previous disaster response operations, improving their understanding of behavioral health issues, and learning to use new tools like telemedicine to improve disaster response. This week’s training is equipping our responders with the skills they need to truly be ready to respond.” – Helga Scharf-Bell, Director of the National Disaster Medical System