Maria A. Tkacz
About Maria A. Tkacz
Maria A. Tkacz is a Technical Solutions Manager at Unite Us, with a background in healthcare project management and a strong interest in human-centered design. She has held various roles in healthcare organizations, focusing on improving patient experience and exploring the impact of social drivers on health outcomes.
Current Role at Unite Us
Maria A. Tkacz serves as a Technical Solutions Manager at Unite Us, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on enhancing technical solutions that support healthcare initiatives. Her work involves applying her knowledge of human-centered design to improve healthcare technology and patient experiences.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to her current role, Maria held several positions in the healthcare sector. She worked at CommunityHealth as a Medical Interpreter from 2010 to 2014, where she facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers. She also served as a Project Manager at Maine Medical Center from 2017 to 2019, focusing on performance improvement initiatives.
Educational Background
Maria completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Human Biology Anthropology with a Pre-Med focus at Northwestern University from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Healthcare Administration from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, which she completed from 2014 to 2016.
Focus on Human-Centered Design
Maria has a strong interest in human-centered design and its application within healthcare technology. She explores how social drivers of health impact healthcare outcomes and engages with initiatives aimed at improving behavioral and mental health wellness.
Leadership and Engagement
During her time at Northwestern University, Maria served as the Vice President of the Polish American Student Alliance from 2013 to 2014. This role involved leadership and engagement with the student community, contributing to her development in organizational and communication skills.