Rebecca Astrachan Mph, Frsph

Rebecca Astrachan, MPH, FRSPH has a diverse work experience spanning over a decade. Their most recent role was as a Senior System Manager, Regulatory Affairs at Alameda Health System starting in July 2022, where they manage regulatory, accreditation, and licensing compliance across a safety network of public hospitals in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Prior to this, they served as a System Manager, Regulatory Affairs at the same organization from January 2018. In this role, they were responsible for managing facility site visits from regulatory agencies such as CMS, CDPH, TJC, FDA, DHCS, ACBHCS, OSHPD, HCAI, HHS, and local Fire Agencies.

Rebecca also worked as the Manager, Revenue Cycle & Patient Access from July 2015 to January 2018, where they managed 20 FTEs for Admitting, Registration, and Enrollment Services departments at a psychiatric hospital with a Crisis Stabilization Unit and three acute psychiatric inpatient units. Rebecca ensured EMTALA, admitting, and billing compliance.

From June 2014 to July 2015, Rebecca held the position of Manager, Support Services at San Leandro Hospital, where they managed various departments including Housekeeping, Engineering, Laundry/Linen, Security, and Food and Nutritional Services. Rebecca led the hospital in construction projects such as the renovation of an Acute Rehabilitation Unit and a Medical Surgical unit, Emergency Department Remodel, and a mobile MRI. Rebecca also served as the Committee Chair for Environment of Care and Emergency Management.

Rebecca's work at Alameda Health System started in September 2013 as a Business Analyst, Strategic Planning. Here, they were involved in the acquisition of San Leandro Hospital and managed the transition strategy and "Day-One" preparedness and contingency plans for the hospital.

Prior to joining Alameda Health System, Rebecca worked as a Program Administrator at Alameda County Medical Center from May 2012 to September 2013. Rebecca managed ambulatory expansion projects during the transition to Alameda Health System, focusing on expanding services to more patient-lives in Alameda County.

Before that, Rebecca served as a Research Associate at the University of Haifa from November 2011 to February 2012, conducting research on undisclosed topics.

Rebecca's work experience also includes a role as Capacity Building & Quality Assurance at the Reproductive and Child Health Alliance from August 2011 to November 2011 in Cambodia. Rebecca conducted quality improvement assessments in health centers and provincial hospitals and presented the findings and recommendations to the National Ministry of Health.

Additionally, they worked as a Project Manager at the Children's Healthy Smile Project from August 2010 to July 2011, focusing on oral health initiatives.

Rebecca started their career as a Research Assistant at Brigham & Women's Hospital from September 2008 to August 2010, where they supported research projects.

Rebecca Astrachan, MPH, FRSPH completed their education in a chronological order. Rebecca obtained their Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from Touro University, starting in 2010 and finishing in 2011. Prior to that, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Religion/Religious Studies from Boston University, from 2006 to 2010. Rebecca also engaged in a study abroad program at Tel Aviv University, although the specific dates and the degree obtained are not provided.

In addition to their formal education, Rebecca has obtained several certifications. Rebecca became a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) from the National Association for Healthcare Quality (NAHQ) in July 2023. Furthermore, they attained a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification from the University System of Georgia in February 2021. Additionally, Rebecca holds a Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the American Red Cross, acquired in October 2015.