Dr. Patricia Garcia
Laredo,Texas
Summary
Innovative leader with 10 years experience in driving strategic growth, enhancing operational efficiency, identifying new business opportunities, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Proficient in analyzing market trends, data visualization, statistical analysis and research. Strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrates strong expertise in finance and healthcare, and network operations. Committed to achieving business objectives and expanding market share and financial growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, Texas
06.2024 - Current
- Conduct research on human trafficking
- Develop curriculum and training materials
- Provide training on human trafficking
- Teach undergraduate or graduate courses on human trafficking and/or criminal justice
- Collaborates with others to create new and expanded programs
- Assists in identifying funding opportunities
- Prepares reports on program activities
- Updates training materials
Director of Business Development
UHS- Doctors Hospital of Laredo
Laredo, TX
04.2022 - 01.2024
- Identify and evaluate potential partnership opportunities to increase revenue and expand market share for Doctors Hospital of Laredo
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the healthcare industry to identify potential business opportunities and collaborations for Doctors Hospital of Laredo
- Develop and implement marketing campaigns to promote Doctors Hospital of Laredo and attract new patients
- Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with the C-team to enhance the facility's competitive advantage and position in the market
- Conduct market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities in the healthcare industry that could inform the hospital's business development strategy
- Collaborate with the finance department to develop and implement financial strategies to support business development initiatives
- Identify potential opportunities for innovation and improvement in the facility's business development efforts, including new service offerings, partnerships, and strategies for reaching target markets
- Developed and executed statistical analysis to transform raw data into actionable insights and strategic decision making
- Established value-based care units in the hospital by implementing key performance metrics and performance dashboards in each department resulting in an improvement in length of stay, readmission rates, and cost per visit.
Provider Consultant/ Analyst
UHS- Prominence Health Plan
Laredo
12.2018 - 04.2022
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improving provider relationships and implementing value-based initiatives
- Analyze provider performance data and identify opportunities for improvement in quality of care and cost effectiveness
- Identify areas of improvement for provider relationships and develop strategies to address them
- Coordinate and facilitate meetings with physicians, providers, and practice managers to discuss provider performance and incentive programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
- Analyze medical claims data to identify trends and patterns in provider performance and utilization, and provide recommendations for improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of provider information, including contact details, specialties, and performance data, to ensure accurate and up-to-date information is available for analysis and decision-making purposes
- Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) for provider relationships and develop metrics to track and measure the success of value-based initiatives and incentive programs.
Owner/Director of Operations
Texas State Transport & Environmental Services LLC
Laredo, TX
08.2014 - 12.2020
- Improving operational efficiency and productivity
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve the efficiency and profitability of the transportation and environmental services business
- Ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations related to transportation and environmental services
- Developing and implementing safety protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with oilfield regulations and minimize risks to employees and clients
- Developing and implementing marketing strategies to attract new clients and expand business opportunities
- Identifying and evaluating potential business opportunities to expand the transportation and environmental services business
- Analyzing market trends and identifying new business opportunities in the transportation and environmental services industry.
Network Operations Senior Analyst
Careallies
Laredo, TX
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Identifying and addressing gaps in the provider network to ensure efficient and effective delivery of services
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve network efficiency and reduce costs
- Developing and implementing strategies to improve provider network performance and increase cost savings
- Analyzing data trends and patterns to identify opportunities for network optimization and cost savings
- Conducting data analysis and creating reports to identify trends and opportunities for process improvement in network operations
- Assessing the financial viability and risk of potential provider contracts to optimize network performance and cost effectiveness
- Coordinating with internal departments to ensure accurate and timely processing of provider contracts and payments.
CSR
I.M International Forwarding Agency
Laredo
06.2010 - 12.2013
- Assist in the preparation and filing of import/export documentation, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and international trade laws
- Assist with coordinating and scheduling transportation for inbound and outbound shipments
- Coordinate with customs brokers to expedite the clearance process of inbound merchandise and ensure timely delivery to customers
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all inbound and outbound shipments, including tracking information and delivery confirmations, to ensure efficient communication with customers and timely resolution of any issues
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of all shipping and delivery instructions, including addresses, contact information, and special requirements
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to transportation and logistics, such as on-time delivery, freight costs, and inventory levels, to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
Education
Doctor of Business Administration - Business Administration
University of Incarnate Word
San Antonio, Texas05.2023
Master of Business Administration - Internationa Banking And Finance
Texas A&M International University
08.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Texas A&M International University
05.2014
Associate of Arts and Science - General Studies
Laredo Community College
12.2013
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Business Development
- Academic Research
- Network Performance
- Analytics and Reporting
- Excel, SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI
- EHR Systems
- SPSS, Stata, NVivo
- Predictive Modeling
- Market Research
Publications
- Medicare Recipient Characteristics and Utilization of Emergency Departments, Garcia, Patricia, Diana Garza, Adam Guerrero, Research Association for Interdisciplinary Studies, Scientia Moralitas, 2023
- Exploring The Unmet Needs of Medicare Frequent Users of Emergency Room Departments: A Theoretical Literature Review, Garcia, Patricia, Diana Garza, 75, 2023
- EMS Response Protocol on Emergency Room Visits of Medicare Frequent Flyers, Garcia, Patricia, 14th Annual Research Week Proceedings, 2021
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Texas A&M International University
06.2024 - Current
Director of Business Development
UHS- Doctors Hospital of Laredo
04.2022 - 01.2024
Provider Consultant/ Analyst
UHS- Prominence Health Plan
12.2018 - 04.2022
Network Operations Senior Analyst
Careallies
08.2016 - 12.2017
Owner/Director of Operations
Texas State Transport & Environmental Services LLC
08.2014 - 12.2020
CSR
I.M International Forwarding Agency
06.2010 - 12.2013
Doctor of Business Administration - Business Administration
University of Incarnate Word
Master of Business Administration - Internationa Banking And Finance
Texas A&M International University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Texas A&M International University
Associate of Arts and Science - General Studies
Laredo Community College
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