Alicia Beardsley, PA-C, MPH
Pleasant Valley,New York
Summary
Healthcare executive and advanced practice clinician with extensive experience in clinical operations management and strategic planning. Led initiatives that improved patient care and optimized processes, while promoting effective team leadership and collaboration. Skilled in deploying technology solutions to enhance efficiency and elevate quality outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Clinical Officer | SVP Clinical Operations
CareMount Medical | Optum Care NY/NJ
04.2021 - Current
- Oversaw approximately 1,800 clinical personnel across 45 practice locations to ensure effective service delivery.
- Led Advanced Practice Clinician workforce of 160+, focusing on recruitment and program management.
- Directed clinical operations to improve patient care and streamline service delivery processes.
- Collaborated with leadership to create strategic healthcare initiatives enhancing organizational objectives.
- Implemented technology solutions, including EMR systems and telemedicine platforms, to boost departmental efficiency.
- Established performance metrics for evaluating clinical operations effectiveness and team productivity.
- Managed recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for clinical staff to foster a robust workforce.
- Executed an effective restructuring plan that transformed low-performing department into a success.
Senior Director of Population Health Initiatives
CareMount Medical
Mount Kisco, NY
06.2016 - 11.2022
- Oversaw development of clinical programs to align with CareMount's Population Health objectives.
- Established outreach campaign for Medicare Advantage pilot program, increasing Annual Wellness Visits.
- Integrated Quality Metric programs into clinical workflows to foster collaboration.
- Led Clinical Operations for Patient-Centered Medical Home Re-Accreditation under NCQA standards.
- Developed Practice Transformation vision to modernize healthcare delivery processes.
- Managed project timelines and personnel requirements for program development initiatives.
- Introduced data metrics to enhance effectiveness of clinical care delivery models.
- Developed and managed Care Coordination Program, overseeing associated staff.
Director of Clinical Informatics & Patient Care Delivery Systems/ Physician Assistant, Women’s Health/Urgent Care
Mid Hudson Medical Group, PC
Fishkill, NY
11.2009 - 12.2014
- Oversaw execution of Meaningful Use Attestation, PCMH Level Three Re-Accreditation, ACO, and ISTOP initiatives from clinical perspective.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments; accurately documented medical histories for future reference.
- Collaborated with medical teams to develop tailored treatment plans for diverse cases.
- Assisted in surgeries and provided essential post-operative care to patients.
- Provided health education on management strategies and preventive measures to patients.
- Guided junior staff on clinical protocols and best practices for improved patient care.
- Performed diagnostic evaluations; ordered lab tests to confirm diagnoses.
- Integrated acquired practice workflows with new EMR system for seamless operations.
Physician Assistant, Infertility/ Practice Manager
Reproductive Medical Associates at Vassar Brother/ Health Quest Medical Practice
Fishkill, NY
01.2007 - 10.2009
Physician Assistant, OBGYN, Infertility/ Patient Care Manager
Riverside Women’s Health/Mount Kisco Medical Group
Poughkeepsie, NY
08.2003 - 12.2006
Physician Assistant, Reproductive Endocrinology
The New Hope Center for Reproductive Medicine
Virginia Beach, Virginia
03.2001 - 06.2003
Physician Assistant, Family Practice
Tidewater Family Physicians
Norfolk, Virginia
09.2000 - 03.2001
Education
Master of Public Health -
John Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health
Baltimore, Maryland08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Gannon University
Erie, Pennsylvania08.2000
Skills
- Clinical operations management
- Effective communication
- Change management
- Clinical leadership
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Team leadership
- Results orientation
- Multitasking skills
- Relationship building
- Organizational skills
- Complex problem-solving
- Self-motivation
- Quality improvement
- Population health strategies
- Healthcare strategic planning
Accomplishments
- Sages of Clinical Services Award Winner, 2024, United Health Group. One of 150 clinicians who were recently recognized as a recipient of the Sages of Clinical Services Awards by the Center for Clinician Advancement at United Health Group in 2024. The Sages of Clinical Services Awards acknowledge and publicly recognize clinical professionals and some of their collaborative colleagues serving in a variety of roles throughout the Unitedhealth Group enterprise.
- Crain’s New York Business, 2018 Notable Women in Health Care designee, The inaugural listing honors executives, researchers, and clinicians who have had a profound impact through work in their careers and their communities. Honorees are selected based on professional achievements, community service, a track record of mentoring others, and promotion of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- Hudson Valley Magazine’s Women in Business Award Recipient, 2017
- Health Data Management 2014 IT Young Blood Winner
- CHUG (Centricity Healthcare User Group) Fall 2012 “Best in Show” Recipient, Presentation, “It’s a Known Issue, Lessons Learned for a Large Multispecialty Group in the Work of GE”
- Gannon University Physician Assistant Student of the Year, 2000, for Academic and Clinical Excellence
Certificates And Licenses
- Physician Assistant-Certified, The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2000, 2006, 2012, 2018, 2024
- New York State licensure as Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority
Affiliations
- Girl Scout Leader (2003-2025)
- Volunteer for Performing Arts Club at Saint Martin de Porres School (choreography)
Timeline
Chief Clinical Officer | SVP Clinical Operations
CareMount Medical | Optum Care NY/NJ
04.2021 - Current
Senior Director of Population Health Initiatives
CareMount Medical
06.2016 - 11.2022
Director of Clinical Informatics & Patient Care Delivery Systems/ Physician Assistant, Women’s Health/Urgent Care
Mid Hudson Medical Group, PC
11.2009 - 12.2014
Physician Assistant, Infertility/ Practice Manager
Reproductive Medical Associates at Vassar Brother/ Health Quest Medical Practice
01.2007 - 10.2009
Physician Assistant, OBGYN, Infertility/ Patient Care Manager
Riverside Women’s Health/Mount Kisco Medical Group
08.2003 - 12.2006
Physician Assistant, Reproductive Endocrinology
The New Hope Center for Reproductive Medicine
03.2001 - 06.2003
Physician Assistant, Family Practice
Tidewater Family Physicians
09.2000 - 03.2001
Master of Public Health -
John Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Gannon University
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