Paola I. Ortiz Glas
Bayamón
Summary
Dynamic leader and co-founder of Crew 504 with a proven track record in educational content development and advocacy for gender equity in healthcare, as demonstrated at AMWA UPRRP. Excelled in research, evidenced by co-authoring an impactful article in CRUCE Magazine. Skilled in effective communication and creative problem-solving, adept at fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Member, American Medical Women's Association
AMWA UPRRP
08.2023 - Current
- Participated in educational talks focused on supporting aspiring healthcare professionals, including topics such as the medical school application process, stress management, and the development of essential skills for a career in healthcare.
- Engaged in community service initiatives organized by AMWA, contributing to events with organizations such as Mesa de Amor, Ronald McDonald House, and Sociedad Pro Hospital del Niño.
- Advocated for gender equity in healthcare by supporting AMWA’s goals, including educating healthcare professionals on the importance of gender equity, networking with female physicians, and promoting gender equity reform.
Associated Advisor & Co-Founder, Crew 504
Boy Scouts of America
05.2023 - Current
- Provided backup leadership for the Advisor, assuming responsibility for the crew in the Advisor’s absence, and supported the Advisor's duties as needed.
- Assisted the youth administrative vice president with crew recruitment and recognition initiatives.
- Managed and encouraged youth advancement by maintaining advancement records and reviewing progress at each meeting. Served as an advocate for advancement programming.
- Co-founded Crew 504, a program designed to unite the school community with students through high adventure, leadership development, event planning, and organization.
- Promoted key skills such as leadership, event planning, communication, responsibility, and youth development.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed skills in various research methodologies, ensuring high-quality work across the project.
- Conducted weekly interviews with NICU parents to gather data on feeding choices, providing an informational video on breastfeeding and how to properly store and deliver breast milk.
- Researched and incorporated the benefits of breast milk for NICU infants into the video, drafting a script that was reviewed and revised for clarity to ensure ease of understanding for parents.
- Collected and maintained detailed data from parent interviews, following best documentation practices, and conducted monthly audits to compare breastfeeding versus formula use rates.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and researchers to evaluate the effectiveness of educational interventions aimed at increasing breastfeeding rates.
- Developed skills in data collection and analysis, educational content development, research methodologies, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Co-Author for an Article in CRUCE Magazine
Revista Cruce
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Co-author of the article titled "Impact of Social Media on Revolutionary Movements."
- The article analyzes how social media has influenced recent revolutionary movements, comparing historical revolutions without access to modern technologies with those driven by social media.
- Research based on interviews with community leaders and surveys to assess public perception of social media's impact on social movements.
- Official publication available in CRUCE magazine a Contemporary Sociocultural Criticism Journal of Ana G. Méndez University (UAGM)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras Campus
San Juan, PR05.2025
High School Diploma -
University Gradens High School
San Juan, PR05.2020
Skills
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer Literacy
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Writing
- Adaptability
- Research
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Member, American Medical Women's Association
AMWA UPRRP
08.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus
08.2023 - 05.2024
Associated Advisor & Co-Founder, Crew 504
Boy Scouts of America
05.2023 - Current
Co-Author for an Article in CRUCE Magazine
Revista Cruce
05.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras Campus
High School Diploma -
University Gradens High School
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