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Charles Torrens

White Cloud,MI

Summary

Accomplished Director of Clinical Engineering with a proven track record at Trinity Health, enhancing team collaboration and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Expert in strategic planning and relationship building, I've significantly boosted team morale and efficiency. My leadership has led to improved service quality and financial stability, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills.

Experienced with strategic planning and project management. Utilizes leadership skills to drive team performance and operational excellence. Track record of delivering high-impact results through innovative problem-solving and effective communication.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Director Clinical Engineering

Trinity Health
10.2015 - 06.2020
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Technology Assessment Manager

Trinity Health
03.2005 - 10.2015

Leads strategic medical equipment technology assessments and capital forecasting for Ministry Organizations asa part of the Trinity Health Clinical Engineering (THCE) program. Leads, facilitates, assembles and manages cross functional teams aat the MO's to drive system wide medical technology priorities, achieve service and quality excellence, and knowledge transfer for replication of "best practice" and influencing strategic capital sourcing activities. Leads and manages used medical equipment auction services.

Director Clinical Equipment Management

Mount Clemens General Hospital
10.1981 - 10.2004
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
  • Evaluated employee performance objectively using established metrics, leading to fair compensation adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Technology Management

Trinity College And University

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology

Peoples College
Kissimmee, FL

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Strategic planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • People management
  • Project management
  • Operations management
  • Team management
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Strategies and goals
  • Project coordination
  • Employee development
  • Staff management

Timeline

Director Clinical Engineering

Trinity Health
10.2015 - 06.2020

Technology Assessment Manager

Trinity Health
03.2005 - 10.2015

Director Clinical Equipment Management

Mount Clemens General Hospital
10.1981 - 10.2004

Bachelor of Science - Technology Management

Trinity College And University

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Technology

Peoples College
Charles Torrens