Emily Campbell- Gard
Fargo,ND
Summary
Seasoned healthcare leader with extensive experience in clinical operations across Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. Expert in grassroots project development, program sustainability, and quality improvement. Applies adaptive leadership to guide multidisciplinary teams through change. Known for fostering collaboration, optimizing workflows, and advancing patient-centered care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Director
Sanford Health
10.2020 - Current
- Facilitate leadership across Primary Care and Behavioral Health programs.
- Drive clinical quality improvement and staff development.
- Empower clinical teams to perform at the top of their license.
- Manage budgets and oversee grant implementation for program expansion.
- Oversite of Executive Health
- Development of the Substance Use Disorder Service Line
- Led, supervised and provide strategic direction for workforce of 75 employees
Operations Manager
Sanford Health
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Managed daily operations of Primary Care clinics.
- Enhanced cross-functional workflows and collaboration.
- Led budget planning and resource management.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
Integrated Health Therapist
Sanford Health
08.2012 - 03.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with providers to address complex mental health needs.
- Supported diagnosis and treatment with real-time tools and consultations.
Case Manager
Prairie St. John's Psychiatric Hospital
05.2009 - 08.2012
- Served adults with co-occurring mental illness and substance use.
- Led psychoeducation and therapy groups.
- Coordinated treatment plans and aftercare services.
- Conducted thorough vio-psycho-social assessments of patientsituations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Educated patients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND01.2013
Bachelor of Social Work - Minor in Psychology
Concordia College
Moorhead, MN01.2009
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) — North Dakota
Awards
2017- Sanford Health Employee of the Year
2024- FMWF Chamber Leadership Academy
2025- Sanford Leadership Academy
Timeline
Operations Director
Sanford Health
10.2020 - Current
Operations Manager
Sanford Health
03.2020 - 10.2020
Integrated Health Therapist
Sanford Health
08.2012 - 03.2020
Case Manager
Prairie St. John's Psychiatric Hospital
05.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Social Work - Minor in Psychology
Concordia College
Master of Social Work -
University of North Dakota
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