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Daniel Baez

Daniel Baez

Riverdale,NJ

Summary

Experienced healthcare leader with a proven track record in the healthcare industry. Proficient in project management, analytics, nonprofit work and for profit environments, team building, program development, and bilingual. A dedicated IT professional, motivated by challenges, aiming to provide positive, measurable outcomes with integrity. Let's get it done!

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Client Engagement

New Jersey Innovation Institute
Newark, NJ
03.2024 - Current
  • Strategic leader overseeing complex, multi-stakeholder healthcare programs in collaboration with CMS, the State Department of Health, the Department of Human Services, and the Office of the National Coordinator. Directs service lines focused on healthcare interoperability, delivery and payment reform, and quality improvement initiatives. Responsible for managing client relationships, ensuring milestones and deliverables are met, and maintaining program budgets and timelines. Works cross-functionally with finance, technology, and program teams to ensure seamless execution, accurate grant reporting, and alignment with fiscal and programmatic goals. Builds and sustains relationships with government agencies, healthcare facilities, and vendors to support effective data exchange and meet the evolving needs of a diverse client base

Director, Clinical Applications

Optum
Secaucus, NJ
08.2022 - 03.2024
  • Evaluated organization's technology to recommend upgrades for hardware and software. Eliminated disparate system. archived data, and consolidated portfolio of applications to reduce spending and increase efficiencies.
  • Met with stakeholders to collaborate and resolve problems.
  • Reviewed and approved project plans prior to implementation.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised IT department staff. Overseeing 15 direct reports, covering 2 States (NJ & NY markets) and over 7000+ users.
  • Examined metrics and prepared IT project progress reports.
  • Assessed data processing proposals and requirements to determine project feasibility.
  • Assigned and reviewed work of IT project managers, systems analysts and developers.
  • Controlled operational IT budget and expenditures within department parameters.
  • Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.

Director of Applications

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Paramus, NJ
12.2017 - 08.2022
  • Joined Bergen New Bridge's team during its transitional time, changing operators and bringing new vision and leadership to the hospital.
  • Oversaw clinical, non-clinical, including financial implementation projects, including requirements analysis, milestone management and stakeholder relations. Including, vendor evaluations and selection.
  • Connected with end users and leadership to explain system changes and integrate end user feedback into improvement processes.
  • Managed implementation of application developments by collaborating with internal and external technical teams.
  • Delivered consistent and quality mentoring, training and onboarding for staff members.
  • Supported IT application development, application support, system integration and system administration projects, with an annual budget of 7 million dollars.
  • Provided technology consultation for growing businesses, making recommendations and upgrading existing systems.

Applications/Project Manager

Christian Health Care
Wyckoff, NJ
03.2013 - 12.2017
  • Lead project manager on all software initiatives. Works directly with VP of Information Services to analyze and strategize workflow for all areas. Evaluate/select vendor to coordinate the implementation of all company’s software applications including selection, project management, configuration, installation, go-live, post project management, and training. Works with appropriate departments. Manages Application Specialist staff.

Applications/Project Coordinator

Christian Health Care
Wyckoff, NJ
03.2011 - 03.2013
  • Responsible for coordinating, scheduling, implementing, communicating all application upgrades, patches, backups, etc. Coordinates and communicates all application changes to appropriate staff in a timely manner. Maintains data integrity by reviewing data entry for all applications to ensure consistency and accuracy. Oversees employee system access creation, change and termination with the direction from HR. Manages Application Specialists daily functions as it pertains to data entry, implementation, and training.

Applications Specialist

Christian Health Care
Wyckoff, NJ
03.2009 - 03.2013
  • Maintain accuracy and ensure data integrity on all databases facility-wide. Assist Project Manager of Information Services in all software implementations. Develops final draft of all forms facility-wide working in conjunction with Health Information Management for approval. Create Crystal Reports against all databases. Develops/conducts training sessions for all software on campus as well as specialized courses and Microsoft Office.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering

Universidad Del Cono Sur De Las Americas
Asuncion, Paraguay

Skills

  • Project Coordination
  • Business Development Support
  • Security Improvements
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Agile Work Processes
  • MS Office
  • Relationship Building
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Active Listening
  • Training & Development
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Organizational Skills
  • Work Ethic
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • People Skills

Affiliations

  • Alumnus, Bergen LEADS – Class of 2020
    Bergen Volunteers Leadership Development Program
    Completed this selective, year-long civic leadership program focused on developing visionary, ethical leaders for Bergen County. As a member of the Class of 2020, engaged in deep exploration of community issues, policy challenges, and collaborative problem-solving while building connections with local leaders across sectors. Continued to stay involved as an engaged alumnus supporting civic initiatives and leadership development efforts in the region.

Accomplishments

  • President-Elect & Member, HIMSS New Jersey Chapter
    Member since June 2022 | President (July 2025 – June 2026)
    Selected to lead the HIMSS New Jersey Chapter as President, reflecting a strong track record of engagement, leadership, and contribution to the health information and technology community. As an active member since 2022, I’ve supported chapter initiatives and strategic planning efforts, leading to this upcoming one-year term where I will guide the chapter’s mission to drive innovation and collaboration in healthcare IT across the state.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Professional
Guarani
Native/ Bilingual

Hobbies

  • Volunteering, public speaking, soccer, hiking, tennis, golfing, camping, kayaking, and traveling (been in 34 States and 9 countries).

Timeline

Director of Client Engagement

New Jersey Innovation Institute
03.2024 - Current

Director, Clinical Applications

Optum
08.2022 - 03.2024

Director of Applications

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
12.2017 - 08.2022

Applications/Project Manager

Christian Health Care
03.2013 - 12.2017

Applications/Project Coordinator

Christian Health Care
03.2011 - 03.2013

Applications Specialist

Christian Health Care
03.2009 - 03.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering

Universidad Del Cono Sur De Las Americas

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