Sara Tabinsky
Columbia,MD
Summary
Experienced Program Coordinator skilled in managing functional operations and projects both internationally and domestic. Dedicated problem solver with understanding of organizational strategies, financial management, research, procurement and contracting. Attentive to detail with demonstrated expertise in logistical analysis, program planning and development, and data management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
UMD, Joint Institute Food Safety Applied Nutrition
10.2021 - 02.2024
- Managed the JIFSAN Shrimp Mandate Program, to include planning, scheduling, registration, logistics, course materials, procurement, travel, and compensation for consultants.
- Worked with Lead Consultants and FDA personnel to establish a timeline to accomplish all priority work to be conducted as part of the JIFSAN Shrimp Mandate Program.
- Assisted in establishing and maintaining UMD-JIFSAN partnerships with domestic and international government, industry and academia organizations.
- Served as the liaison between UMD-JIFSAN and all consultants and outside agencies associated with this project.
- Composed minutes of all program meetings and assist with writing reports for submission to sponsor.
- Ensured all expenses are in compliance with the sponsor's budget, UMD, and JIFSAN policies and procedures and provide additional administrative support for JIFSAN.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of program deliverables, maintaining project schedules and meeting objectives.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
Nutrition Research Scientist
USDA, Agricultural Research Services
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Participated in the development of a Nutrient and Food Patterns Equivalents Database to assess the dietary status of Americans using data from the National Household Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey conducted by The USDA Economic Research Service
- Conducted quality control of database and recipes to check for accuracy & consistency
- Developed ingredient profiles of each food or beverage using web-based research, food label searches, ingredient lists, nutrient content claims, and nutrient contents per serving
- Utilized Recipe Processing System analysis program to aid in the creation, update, and management of recipes for database
- Collaborated with team members on various recipes, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and limitations within FPED.
NUTRITION ASSISTANT
Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Worked with an extensive, multidisciplinary team to provide patients with premier-level care
- Prepared fortified breast milk and patient formula using Timeless, a state of art scanning program
- Interpreted and processed feeding orders and meal trays according to doctor's orders and updated all necessary medical records to reflect changes
- Conducted quality control of meal preparation process for inpatients
- Provided discharge education to families of newborns
- Performed all necessary administrative work
- Adhered to The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) regulations
Member Services Representative
Ymca Of Greater Brandywine
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Provides outstanding customer experience by greeting members and guests and helping to direct them to the appropriate areas in the facility.
- Develops and maintains a full understanding of the benefits, offerings, and values of YGBW membership and programming and can articulate them to all types of people with differing needs.
- Performs basic functions in the organizational membership software system including but not limited to starting and processing memberships, updating contact information, taking payments, and registering individuals for programs.
- Ensures facility security by scanning members in and checking that their membership is valid before permitting entry. Screens prospects and non-members through the organization’s sexual abuse screening tool before providing entry.
- Answers member inquiries and/or directs to the appropriate staff member, ensuring the inquiry is responded to appropriately and in a timely fashion.
- Maintains accurate cash, receipt records, and financial operating procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Receptionist/Cashier
Jim Coleman Honda
04.2011 - 12.2015
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures while processing transactions efficiently.
- Performed other administrative duties as requested.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA05.2018
Skills
- ESHA Food Analysis Software
- MediTech
- FoodAPS Recipe Processing System (RPS)
- Experimental Design
- FPED, FPID, FNDDS Databases
- Systematic Reviews
- Medical Terminology
- Dietary Data Collection
- SPSS Software
- Qualtrics & Survey Development
- Microsoft Office Suites
- Customer Service
- Program Management
- Project Coordination
Publications
- Bowman S, Yakovlev A, Tabinsky S, Meyer A, Mroz K Jr, Clemens J, Moshfegh A. Methodology for developing food pattern equivalents and Healthy Eating Index nutrients for selected FoodAPS-1 food-away-from-home foods. October 2021. (Internal communication between USDA Agricultural Research Service and Economic Research Service)
- Bowman S, Paudel D, Shimizu M, Schroeder N, Yakovlev A, Clemens J, Tabinsky S, Mroz K Jr, Meyer A, Moshfegh A. Methodology for developing food pattern equivalents and Healthy Eating Index nutrients for ERS food-at-home foods. August 2020. (Internal communication between USDA Agricultural Research Service and Economic Research Service)
- Development of a Nutrient and Food Patterns Equivalents Database for selected foods in the National Household Food Acquisition and Purchase Survey-1 conducted by USDA Economic Research Service (Abstract for Annual Beltsville poster day 2020)
Awards
2023 FDA Honor Award for Ecuador Shrimp Sensory Training Group: For outstanding teamwork, partnership, performance, and fostering collaboration to plan, develop, and develop Shrimp Sensory Training in Guayaquil, Ecuador - September 2022.
Timeline
Program Coordinator
UMD, Joint Institute Food Safety Applied Nutrition
10.2021 - 02.2024
Nutrition Research Scientist
USDA, Agricultural Research Services
01.2020 - 09.2021
NUTRITION ASSISTANT
Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2019
Member Services Representative
Ymca Of Greater Brandywine
01.2015 - 05.2017
Receptionist/Cashier
Jim Coleman Honda
04.2011 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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