Ruth Pollak, MPA
Health Promotions Specialist at American Lung Association- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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American Lung Association
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Non-profit Organization Management
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500 - 600 Employee
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Health Promotions Specialist
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Mar 2020 - Oct 2020
• Research Tobacco policies across organizations in the New York State area. • Learn about the health risks associated with Tobacco and what needs to be done to stop the addictions. • Create actionable plans for organizations to understand the health risks associated with Tobacco and what they can do to help stop it. • Responsible for reaching out to legislators about ALA tobacco education
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Healthcare Administrative Contractor
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Sep 2017 - Mar 2020
Greater New York City Area • Organize and compile strategic plan notes on website development, design and content for a health care sharing ministry website. Design and update website via Wordpress. • Liaison between client and CRM manager to build a platform to track user data and analytics.
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ReferWell
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Client Support Representative
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Feb 2015 - Dec 2015
Greater New York City Area ● Analyzed data to determine effectiveness of software connecting primary care physicians with specialists. Utilized findings to improve referral process and transfer of patient information. ● Managed onboarding, transition process, and technical support for 8 client accounts using new electronic medical record system. ● Educated and trained 30 physicians and staff on the implementation of proprietary software.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Improved Care Now Research Assistant
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Jan 2013 - Dec 2014
Greater Boston Area ● Maintained database tracking medical history of existing patients with the goal of helping doctors assess patient health trends. ● Reformatted existing information for newly diagnosed patients to increase accessibility. ● Created a self-management tool providing patients with the necessary information to make informed decisions on care and medical intervention.
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Mount Sinai Health System
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Administrative Assistant
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Nov 2011 - Aug 2012
Greater New York City Area • Built and maintained relationships with over 40 new patients every week. • Assisted Doctor in maintaining the operation of the practice. • Reviewed patient notes to determine accuracy. • Oversaw billing process insuring patients were billed properly.
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Patient Education
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Nov 2011 - Aug 2012
Greater New York City Area • Managed Heart Health Clinic educating patients about the importance of a healthy lifestyle. • Developed educational programs to make the information more practical and relateable.
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Fallon Ambulance Service
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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EMT
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Jun 2011 - Oct 2011
Greater Boston Area ● First responder to medical emergencies and 911 calls, assessed patients on scene, and provided any necessary medical interventions. ● Transported at-risk patients to and from health care facilities and monitored patients’ vital signs to ensure a safe transport.
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Education
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Baruch College
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Public Administration -
Yeshiva University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology