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Dana Karanik
Summary
Operations leader with 30 years of experience in healthcare and group management. Expertise in hospital administration, process improvement, and strategic planning. Proven ability to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions that enhance patient satisfaction and operational performance. Demonstrated success in improving care quality while reducing costs through strong leadership and customer service skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
C-Suite Healthcare Consultant
Myriad Genetics
01.2019 - Current
- Evaluated existing information technology infrastructure within the organization to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Developed educational materials for physicians regarding changes in clinical practice guidelines or policies.
- Implemented appropriate workflow solutions based on client requirements while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
- Conducted reviews of patient satisfaction data from surveys conducted by third-party organizations.
- Reviewed current marketing campaigns for effectiveness in reaching target audiences.
- Provided strategic advice and guidance to healthcare organizations on operational and financial performance improvement initiatives.
- Created training programs for physicians and other medical personnel on proper utilization of digital health records systems.
Director of Operations
St Joseph’s Health
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Manage daily operations for a large, multi-site health system, including patient flow, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Staff management and evaluation.
- Policy and Procedure development.
- Coordinate patient care services, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
- Data analysis to identify areas for improvement and inform decision-making.
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams across the facility.
- Manage departmental budgets and allocate resources effectively.
- Oversee risk management and patient safety programs.
- When on call, available 24/7, responsible for resolving problems and addressing concerns, managing emergencies, serving as a central point of communication, relaying information to relevant personnel, and ensuring clear communication throughout the hospital.
Director of Patient Care Delivery Services
Optum Healthcare
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Oversaw and coordinated all aspects of a large, multi-site, and multi-specialty health system for patient care, ensuring quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Manage daily operations, ensure adherence to all relevant healthcare regulations and standards, and work to improve patient outcomes.
- Supervise and manage the staff who provide direct patient care, including nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Contribute to the strategic planning of patient services, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing new initiatives.
- Responsible for managing the budget for patient services, ensuring that resources are used effectively.
- Oversee quality improvement initiatives, identifying and addressing areas for improvement in patient care.
Chief Operating and Clinical Officer
AWM
01.1997 - 01.2021
- Oversaw and led operations for a large multi-site and multi-department practice, ensuring quality patient care and improving overall practice performance.
- Overseeing Ambulatory Surgery Center, Breast Centers, an independent Laboratory, and Imaging Centers.
- Responsible for various duties, including business development, capital improvements, financial reporting, data analysis, policy review and development, developing and implementing clinical policies, managing clinical staff, overseeing quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Education
Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Healthcare Administration -
Capella University
Innovation in Healthcare Certification -
Harvard Business
Business Administration -
Seton Hall University
Skills
- Policy development
- Financial analysis
- Regulatory compliance
- Quality improvement
- Workflow optimization
- Data analysis
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Risk management
- Healthcare operations
- Compliance
Activities
- Board President, New York State MGMA
- Lean Six Sigma Training
- Published Author in Healthcare in 2018, 2022, and 2025
- President, CNY MGMA
- Registered Nurse
- International Society of Female Professionals Member
- National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists Member
- Sigma Theta Tau Honors Member
- BLS & ACLS Certifications
Software
Epic Systems
TigerConnect
DAX Co-Pilot
Tableau
NextGen Healthcare
Telehealth
Clinical Decision Support
Timeline
Director of Operations
St Joseph’s Health
11.2023 - 04.2025
Director of Patient Care Delivery Services
Optum Healthcare
01.2022 - 10.2023
C-Suite Healthcare Consultant
Myriad Genetics
01.2019 - Current
Chief Operating and Clinical Officer
AWM
01.1997 - 01.2021
Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Healthcare Administration -
Capella University
Innovation in Healthcare Certification -
Harvard Business
Business Administration -
Seton Hall University
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