Sal M
@salm
Clinical Business Analyst passionate about data-driven mental health solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Clinical Business Analyst with extensive experience in mental health programs, data analysis, and assistive technology. Currently, I manage program data for the Domestic Violence Mental Health Program at New York Health + Hospitals, where I present insights to stakeholders and create impactful Tableau dashboards. My background in research and development has equipped me with the skills to analyze complex data sets and drive improvements in healthcare outcomes.
Previously, I worked as a Data Specialist at the Trace Research & Development Center, focusing on assistive technology and human-computer interaction. My role involved authoring summaries and managing data using Excel and WordPress. Additionally, I have experience in machine learning, having built predictive models to enhance health outcomes and prevent suicide. My analytical skills are complemented by my ability to lead teams and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Occupational Therapist
Variety Child Learning Center
Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)
Evaluated, planned, treated, and provided therapy services to children with special needs. Spearheaded an improved model for handling therapist absences using a shared Excel file and supervised Masters level occupational therapy students.
Clinical Business Analyst Level 3
New York Health +Hospitals
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Owned program data from EPIC, SurveyMonkey, and Excel files, presenting findings at monthly and quarterly meetings to stakeholders. Researched mental health assessments, created and edited workbench reports, and collaborated with EPIC developers to generate program-specific reports.
Research (Data Specialist)
Trace Research & Development Center - University of Maryland
Jan 2023 - Apr 2024 (1 year 3 months)
Conducted research on Assistive Technology, Accessibility, and Human Computer Interaction. Authored summaries of journals, blogs, and products for symposiums, and managed data using Excel and WordPress.
Medical Science Liaison
Ocean Source Technology Foundation
Dec 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Built machine learning solutions in Python to predict health outcomes and prevent suicide, utilizing Natural Language Processing. Participated in team meetings to discuss ML strategy and improve UI, and proofread and edited workflows for mental health projects.
Data Scientist
Big Bang Data Science Solutions
Aug 2020 - Mar 2021 (7 months)
Supervised and led a team to analyze data from 300,000 secondary car sales, creating a model for pricing and designing pricing strategies based on regression analysis. Analyzed VAERS data on adverse reactions to COVID-19 vaccinations using NLP, and performed full-cycle data exploration for insurance fraud prediction.
Subject Matter Expert (Healthcare)
Baab Group
Oct 2016 - Jun 2018 (1 year 8 months)
Designed written course content for healthcare students for an online university. Created unique supplementary reading material and review questions for various healthcare-related courses.
Independent Contractor
Metrotherapy
Sep 2015 - Jan 2016 (4 months)
Treated middle school students with various diagnoses. Conducted integrated sessions and consult sessions.
Independent Contractor
Metrotherapy
Nov 2015 - Jan 2016 (2 months)
Provided in-home Occupational Therapy sessions for Early Intervention. Treated middle school students with various diagnoses, conducting integrated and consult sessions.
Occupational Therapist
More Than A Gym
Jul 2015 - Nov 2015 (4 months)
Evaluated and treated children with a variety of diagnoses. Provided comprehensive occupational therapy services.
3rd Grade Teacher
Al Madrasa Al Islamiya
Sep 2008 - Apr 2009 (7 months)
Prepared lesson plans and taught Science, Reading, Language Arts, Mathematics, and Social Studies. Managed classroom activities and student learning.
Independent Contractor
Metrotherapy (Hicksville, Public Schools)
Sep 2014 - Jun 2015 (9 months)
Assessed, planned, and implemented treatment for students. Ran small groups and treated individual children.
Independent Contractor
District 75
Jan 2014 - Jun 2014 (5 months)
Assessed, planned, and implemented treatment for students. Ran small groups focusing on handwriting, visual, fine, and gross motor skills, and improving socialization.
Occupational Therapist
East River Child Development Center
Jun 2012 - Aug 2013 (1 year 2 months)
Assessed children, planned and implemented treatment, and participated in team meetings. Provided occupational therapy services in a special pre-kindergarten setting.
Level II Fieldwork
East River Child Development Center
Oct 2011 - Jan 2012 (3 months)
Independently managed a caseload of children, created an IEP Goal bank, and developed educational/therapeutic activities. Presented an in-service for teachers and teaching assistants on Yoga and Brain Gym.
Level II Fieldwork
Veterans Affairs Hospital, Brooklyn
Jun 2011 - Oct 2011 (4 months)
Independently managed a caseload of adult inpatients/outpatients with various diagnoses including hip replacements, amputations, and CVA. Presented an in-service on Health Promotion and Disease Prevention.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
New York University
Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy
Grade: Dean's List
Collected data on Maternal depression/newborns in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (thesis). Achieved Dean's List and received the Steinhardt Graduate Scholarship.
CUNY Baccalaureate Program
Baccalaureate, Psychology/Creative Writing
Grade: Cum Laude
Activities and societies: Summer Intern with New York City Department of health in both lab and office. Used SPSS to input and manage data on Vector Surveillance in the West Nile Virus department
Completed a summer internship with the New York City Department of Health, working in both lab and office settings. Utilized SPSS for data input and management related to Vector Surveillance in the West Nile Virus department.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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