Rebecca Ruby Higman
About Rebecca Ruby Higman
Rebecca Ruby Higman serves as a Spiritual Care Coordinator at Empath Health, a position she has held since 2021. Her previous roles include Marketing Director at Soyring Consulting and various chaplaincy positions at Tampa General Hospital.
Current Role at Empath Health
Rebecca Ruby Higman serves as the Spiritual Care Coordinator at Empath Health, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on providing spiritual support and guidance to patients and their families, ensuring that their emotional and spiritual needs are met during challenging times. Her experience in spiritual care enhances the overall patient experience at Empath Health.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to her current role, Higman worked at Tampa General Hospital in various capacities, including Chaplain and Chaplain Resident. Her tenure as a Chaplain included providing spiritual care to patients and families, which she did for a total of approximately ten months across different roles. This experience contributed to her understanding of the intersection between healthcare and spiritual support.
Marketing and Communication Expertise
Higman has a solid background in marketing and communication, having served as Marketing Director at Soyring Consulting from 2013 to 2017. She also held the position of Senior Manager, Product Marketing at Network for Good from 2008 to 2012. Her skills in copywriting and public speaking have been instrumental in enhancing communication strategies within her roles.
Educational Background
Rebecca Ruby Higman holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Media from the Rochester Institute of Technology, where she studied from 2001 to 2005. She further pursued a Master of Science in Media Management at Syracuse University from 2005 to 2006. Additionally, she earned a Master of Divinity from the University of Dubuque, completing her studies from 2017 to 2020. This diverse educational background supports her roles in both spiritual care and marketing.
Skills and Specializations
Higman possesses a range of skills that enhance her professional capabilities. Her expertise in public speaking complements her roles in spiritual care and marketing. Additionally, she has a background in relationship management, which involves strategizing and maintaining regular contact with stakeholders. These skills contribute to her effectiveness in both healthcare and marketing environments.