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Work History
Education
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civic engagement
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Corina Rodriguez

Corina Rodriguez

Healthcare Administrator
San Antonio,TX

Summary

Organized and dependable Healthcare Leader successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet organizational goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

RGV ACO Health Providers, LLC
, Texas
03.2022 - 12.2023

Led a multi-disciplinary team of 17(5 direct reports) which supported 113 Participant Providers across 28 physician practices by offering cost & utilization analytics and practice strategies to effectively deliver high impact, patient-centered, value-based healthcare.

Led implementation of a CMS Innovation Center demonstration titled ACO REACH Model testing alternative payment models for traditional fee-for-service primary care for Medicare Beneficiaries.

Managed high-performing teams to optimize workstreams and improve organization-wide distribution of quality & cost reports resulting in a 98% quality score and CMS Shared Savings for 2022 and 2023.

Expanded organization's Participant and Preferred Providers volume by 33%.

Facilitated development, implementation and evaluation of a CMS required Health Equity Plan and championed social responsibility initiatives promoting organization as an ethical business leader.

Facilitated all strategic planning processes with directors and Board of Managers, focused on value, growth, and savings maximization. Met with Board of Managers every 60 days to update on strategic initiatives and communicate business performance and forecasts.

Promoted organization's mission, vision, values, goals, business and marketing plans, related policies and procedures, technologies, and programs, which served to provide a high quality patient experience.

Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.

Presented and managed annual budget of $3.5M to Board of Managers, in conjunction with Chief Financial Officer; Ensured implementation of such budget, accounting system, and fiscal controls.

Championed an environment of continuous improvement by analyzing cost and utilization reports for operational efficiencies and cost saving opportunities leading to organizational success.

Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.

Chief Executive Officer

Ernest Health-Weslaco Regional Rehab Hospital
, Texas
02.2015 - 02.2022

Responsible for directing, coordinating and controlling overall operations of a 32-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital with an annual budget of $3M.

Formulated and executed annual strategic plan aligning with overall company vision; setting achievable short and long-term goals to drive improved patient experience, growth and profitability.

Led a multi-disciplinary senior team of 11 direct reports and total full time equivalent of 111 employees.
Implemented a new outpatient therapy service delivery to provide an average of 750 outpatient visits per month enhancing the value of the hospital to the community it serves.

Enforced organization-wide policies and procedures that supported the accomplishment of the hospital budgetary and strategic plan benchmarks.

Represented organization for civic and professional association responsibilities and activities in local community.

Facilitated Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body meetings sharing data on patient experience, clinical outcomes, environment of care, compliance and financial activities.

Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised hospital spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.

Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
Ensured hospital adherence to State and Federal regulatory compliance and Joint Commission accreditation standards.

Implemented comprehensive risk management strategies to mitigate potential threats and safeguard the company's assets and interests.

Achieved Top 10% in Nation for UDS participating inpatient rehabilitation hospitals for every year in position as CEO. Top 10% metrics consisted of patient functional improvement and patient experience.

Led all onsite acquisition activities in 2015 by guiding teams through significant change including due diligence processes, negotiations, integration planning and execution efforts to ensure seamless transitions.

Expanded company's market presence by identifying new business opportunities and executing strategic partnerships with market acute care hospitals and accountable care organization.

Mentored team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and providing constructive feedback; fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within organization.

Represented organization at external meetings and events to promote and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Transformed clinical and process performance outcomes taking hospital from bottom 25% to Top 10% of Uniform Data System (UDS) ranked inpatient rehabilitation hospitals.

Promoted a positive corporate culture by implementing employee engagement programs recognizing achievement and fostering collaboration among teams.

Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.

Designed, implemented and managed two Joint Commission Accredited Disease Specific Certifications in Stroke Rehabilitation and Lower Limb Amputee Rehabilitation; monitored and analyzed clinical and patient experience metrics of both programs and implemented process improvements.

Adjunct Professor

Our Lady of the Lake University-RGV BRANCH
09.2016 - 12.2017
  • Faculty liaison for Master level social work students at Our Lady of the Lake University-RGV branch at La Feria, TX.
  • Improved overall course quality through the implementation of regular evaluations, incorporating student feedback into future improvements.

Director of Case Management

Ernest Health-South TX Rehab Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2015

Supervised case management department in a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility.

Served as a corporate resource for training new Directors of Case Management.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure seamless transitions between care settings.

Spearheaded performance improvement committees regarding direct patient care service delivery.

Developed strong relationships with community partners to facilitate comprehensive support services for patients and families.

Proactively addressed complex cases or escalated issues, working closely with stakeholders to devise effective resolution strategies.

Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements through rigorous quality assurance processes and timely reporting mechanisms.

Devised and implemented two Joint Commission Accredited Disease Specific Certifications in Stroke Rehabilitation and Hip Fracture Rehabilitation; monitored and analyzed clinical and patient experience metrics of both programs and implemented process improvements.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Texas Pan American
Edinburg, TX

MBA - Business Administration With A Concentration in Healthcare Administration

Our Lady of The Lake University
San Antonio

Skills

  • Executive Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Policy Development
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Contract Management
  • Staff Management
  • Operating Budget
  • Strategic Partnership
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Project Oversight

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

RGV ACO Health Providers, LLC
03.2022 - 12.2023

Adjunct Professor

Our Lady of the Lake University-RGV BRANCH
09.2016 - 12.2017

Chief Executive Officer

Ernest Health-Weslaco Regional Rehab Hospital
02.2015 - 02.2022

Director of Case Management

Ernest Health-South TX Rehab Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Texas State University

Master of Science - Social Work

University of Texas Pan American

MBA - Business Administration With A Concentration in Healthcare Administration

Our Lady of The Lake University

Certification

Licensed Master Social Worker

civic engagement

  • Weslaco Rotary Club, member since 2015, President 2021, Paul Harris Fellow 2018
  • Weslaco Chamber of Commerce Board 2017-2019, President 2020
  • Rio Grande State Center Board Member, Harlingen, TX, 2013-2015
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