Olga Shulyha
New York, NY
Cell # 631-***-****
****.*******@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/in/olga-shulyha
SUMMARY:
Dependable, effective, and responsible professional pursuing a career path with a focus in Healthcare Administration and Management. Dedicated and enthusiastic individual with a desire to use and expand my skills obtained through education and work experience in compliance and regulations.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Relevant Experience:
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai; New York, NY; July, 2019 – Present
Program for the Protection of Human Subjects (PPHS)
IRB Analyst
• Independently review research projects and prepare studies for official IRB review.
• Apply the Federal Regulations for human subject research to all project applications submitted for various levels of IRB review to ensure adherence to regulatory and ethical standards.
• Facilitated the migration and integration of a newly built IRB submission system.
• Conducted online webinars and trainings for Principle Investigators and Researchers of all levels on IRB processes, project submission procedures, and adherence to federal regulations.
• Maintain computerized database for tracking purposes by entering and/or updating database for complete submissions to PPHS in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and ensuring that all records are secured and properly archived.
• Attend convened IRB Board meetings, facilitate resolution of controverted issues, and assisting in the preparation of minutes and post-meeting communication with Researchers.
• Conceptualize and formulate the complexity of a project and provide guidance to Researchers of all levels.
• Compose and distribute correspondence to investigators on behalf of the Board, Directors, or Chairs.
• Consult on project development and design, consent processes, and data storage solutions to facilitate quality science in the construct of the Federal Regulations and Institutional policies.
• Conceptualize the steps necessary for final resolution of work/projects and following through with appropriate steps to deliver final project approval/determination within office metric requirements.
• Independently integrating office data into reporting for other Research Administration offices (GCO/FCOI) and discussing the complexities and nuances of the data the research community, and PPHS office.
Weitz & Luxenberg (Law Firm); New York, NY; May, 2019 – July, 2019
Asbestos Bankruptcy Paralegal
• Reviewed and analyzed medical records pertaining to asbestos related diseases of various levels, such as Asbestosis, Pleural Disease, Lung Cancer, and Mesothelioma.
• Prepared and filed bankruptcy claims with over 60 Trusts for nearly 1,500 cases.
• Determined disease levels for claims to be filed as, based on medical records and occupational exposure.
• Drafted legal documents and submitting claim deficiency rectifications.
• Monitored calendar appointments to ensure that deadlines are met.
• Managed and updated case management system and client communications.
• Composed written and verbal communication with clients and third-parties.
• Assisted attorneys in all aspects of Asbestos Bankruptcy practice, as needed.
• Built and maintained positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and trustee office staff.
Pride Health (Staffing Firm); New York, NY; October, 2017 - March, 2019
Compliance Coordinator/Associate
• Assisted in ensuring all Pride Healthcare candidates meet Federal and State compliance laws and regulations prior to job placements in the following states: NY, MN, AZ, OH, PA, NJ, FL and DC.
• Conducted internal and external audits to ensure smooth onboarding of candidates for all clients.
• Cultivated excellent long-term relationships with clients, maintaining ongoing communication, and facilitating solutions to address concerns.
• Worked directly with the Compliance Manager to assist in the managing of the India compliance team and provide coverage when and where necessary.
• Directly assisted the company with the transition in becoming Joint Commission certified.
• Reviewed credentials for legitimacy such as, but not limiting to: Licenses, Diplomas, Certifications, Identification cards, etc.
• Reviewed Criminal Background Checks and Drug Tests for compliance.
• Managed all currently placed candidates to ensure compliance is up to date.
• Assisted PHC Recruiters in ensuring candidates are complaint prior to starting assignments.
• Completed compliance packages for all candidate and clients.
• Coordinated appointments for occupational health; gather and review the results.
IPRO (Healthcare Company); Lake Success, NY; June, 2017 - August, 2017
Summer Intern, Strategic Planning
• Collected and compiled Medicaid Managed Care Quality Strategic Plans for 30 states nationwide.
• Analyzed findings for trends in need of Quality Improvement measures.
• Researched healthcare Alternative Payment Models (APMs) with an eye towards evaluating APM adoption across the country.
• Worked directly with the Chief Quality Officer and Vice President of Strategic Planning with the aim to analyze Quality Strategic Plans for Medicaid Managed Care programs nationally.
Other Experience:
The LakeHouse (Restaurant), Bay Shore, NY; November, 2012 – October 2017
Hostess; promoted to Manager
• Expanded and transitioned the restaurant from a 60-seat to a 400-seat venue, while ensuring
continuation and enhancements of services.
• Trained new-coming staff to be proficient in making customers comfortable and satisfied,
while ensuring optimal guest flow in a multi-dining room setting.
• Maintained constant communication between management and all other employees to provide smooth
operations in an extreme high volume environment.
• Delivered friendly customer service and ability to maintain professional demeanor in challenging
situations or with difficult clienteles.
• Promoted from Hostess to Manager during the length of employment.
EDUCATION:
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY; August, 2013 – May, 2017
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
Concentration in Healthcare Management/Administration
Suffolk County Community College, Selden, NY; September, 2010 – June, 2013
Liberal Arts Major/General Studies
Study Abroad: Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain; June, 2013 – August, 2013
Hispanic Language & Culture
Wilson Technological Center, Farmingdale, NY; September, 2008 – June, 2010
Aviation Science/Flight
Memberships: Skills USA Member, Renaissance Member, National Technical Honor Society Member
OTHER SKILLS:
• Proficient in Ukrainian, English, Russian; Conversational in Polish and Spanish
• Basic Life Support Provider: Certified in CPR and AED by the American Heart Association
• Proficient in Microsoft Office