David O'Brien
Rochester,MN
Summary
Accomplished manager specializing in operational efficiency and strategic planning. Demonstrated success in leading large projects and improving team dynamics to meet and exceed organizational goals. Expertise in stakeholder engagement to ensure alignment and drive results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota
04.2025 - Current
- Directed daily operations of radiation oncology department, overseeing management of over 100 direct and indirect reports to ensure effective service delivery.
- Developed strategic vision for future growth, achieving 100% expansion of photon treatment and initiating proton expansion within a $200M budget.
- Partnered closely with multiple stakeholders in the physician practice, medical physics, nursing, desk operations,facilities and others, exercising influence without authority.
Manager
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota
09.2021 - 03.2025
- Managed daily laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations to maintain a secure working environment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Managed equipment, building areas, and inventory, facilitating optimal facility performance.
- Oversaw the results of over 200 laboratory professionals who completed over 8 million tests annually.
Health System Engineer
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota
01.2015 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for international patient practice, durable medical supply business lines, and telehealth solutions to expand service delivery and accessibility.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance patient care and operational effectiveness.
- Analyzed healthcare processes, identifying key areas for improvement to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated healthcare data to inform decision-making and strategy development.
- Provided expert recommendations based on industry trends and best practices.
- Identified opportunities for process automation using artificial intelligence tools.
- Facilitated collaboration among hospital leadership, clinicians, IT personnel, and vendors to align efforts and improve project outcomes.
- Designed implementation plans for new technologies and procedures within the healthcare system.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Saint Thomas
Saint Paul, MN11-2014
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2009
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT05-2005
Skills
- Financial management
- Regulatory compliance
- Strategic planning
- Operational efficiency
- Workflow optimization
- Process automation
- Lean methodology
- Value stream mapping
- Kaizen facilitation
- Operational excellence
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Business administration
Timeline
Manager
Mayo Clinic
04.2025 - Current
Manager
Mayo Clinic
09.2021 - 03.2025
Health System Engineer
Mayo Clinic
01.2015 - 09.2021
MBA - Business Administration
University of Saint Thomas
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Laboratory Science
University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
The University of Montana
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
The University of Montana