Gayathri R. Waring
Stamford,US
Summary
Results-driven, versatile healthcare leader with over two decades of proven excellence and expertise in small, medium to large-scale project planning & execution, service line strategy and operational effectiveness. Demonstrates a visionary and analytical approach in implementing practical solutions, leading to cost avoidance, savings, improved patient care and stakeholder experience and overall performance. Adept in leveraging skills in problem-solving, analytics, and people management to drive medical program strategies, growth and enhance client and team satisfaction. Solid track record of managing cross-functional project teams to align on and achieve organizational targets. Nimble, ‘quick on my feet’ thinker, resourceful and endearing work-ethic.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Northwell Health
09.2023 - Current
- Directly support Surgeon in Chief including Hospital Executives (Phelps Hospital, Northern Westchester Hospital), and Ambulatory Services Leadership and extended team with project management, project execution, new program development, and analytics
- Accepted into February 2025 Cohort for coveted ‘McKinsey Connected Leaders Academy’ program to expand on leadership talent, to drive change and innovation within the organization and beyond
- Bolstered organizational culture, data and volume improvements across Phelps Hospital including:
- Launched the inaugural Perioperative / OR Committee at Phelps Hospital – standardizing the operating room analytics- and commended by Northwell system leadership and senior executives
- Led, developed and drove surgical Block Committee at both Phelps and Northern Westchester, resulting in 30% optimization of surgeon block times and overall surgeon and team satisfaction
- Directed the opening of the first-ever Hernia Center and Thyroid Surgery program for Westchester at Northwell by securing senior system executive approval, leading a workgroup of surgeons, administrators and provider specialists – resulting in over 50% volume increase, improved patient satisfaction, access and overall clinical outcomes
- Co-Chair the inaugural Phelps Hospital Robotics Committee – spearheading agenda and data reporting and monitor key performance indicators for continuous improvement
- Fulfilled several roles for the Western Region Ambulatory Services during another project manager’s FMLA (over 4 months), in addition to current role and responsibilities, and praised for abilities by both operational and clinical leadership – building a stronger rapport with the entire division
- Projects included process improvement for patient experience, multiple presentations to major provider audience for the sub-region Physician Executive and Medical Director
- Championed key workstreams (provider training registration, super-user rollout) and provided elbow support to leadership and regional teams for Epic (industry-leading electronic health record) software product implementation in early 2025 – part of an exciting digital transformation to ensure a more seamless patient and team member experience and enhanced care coordination
Vice President
SCALE-Healthcare
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Lead advisory engagements with private equity, institutional lenders, MSOs, hospitals and healthcare companies ranging in worth $1 million to $950 million
- Increased MSO’s client value-based care performance by over 55% through contract acquisition, care gap reduction and process optimization
- Spearheaded strategic planning for Women’s Health initiative, garnering top stakeholder ratings and driving $10 million project value for prestigious NY hospital client
- Partnered with Managing Directors to drive engagement and status meetings with Client’s C-Suite, Board - aligned on and developed project strategy
- Led promotion of process improvement and board advisory services across organization’s website and social media, cutting costs of marketing labor by 75%
- Prepared pro-forma and financial valuations for clients (ranging in EBITDA $5 million to $25 million), supporting informed decision-making and growth
Director of Project Management
Nuvance Health
12.2019 - 11.2022
- Directly supported Surgeon in Chief and Ambulatory Division
- Promoted from Project Manager to Director in January 2022
- Recognized for providing steadfast leadership, unwavering resolve through the pandemic
- Led & Implemented inaugural virtual scribe program to over 35 physicians, helping to reduce overall clinical burn out and electronic medical record documentation over 50%, with savings over $500K
- Right-hand, key project management support for Network Chairman of Surgery, leading project plans and supporting operational goals for organization
- Co-Chaired Danbury Hospital Robotic Steering Committee and unified robotic delineation of privileges across multi-hospital system
- Developed key, confidential presentations, data reporting and business proposals for C-Suite, Executive Leadership and Board
Director of Medical Operations
EHE Health
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Directly supported VP Medical Director and CEO – responsible for managing operations and overseeing innovations in clinical practices
- Implemented paperless work program through seven clinics – the first in that network – while successfully reducing the costs of medical supplies by 15%
- Provided strategic direction, continuous improvement and coordination with various cross-functional teams to ensure growth and sustainability in operations across the provider network and clinics
Business Manager for Surgical Services
Stamford Health
09.2017 - 10.2018
- Directly supported Perioperative Executive Director managing operating budget (labor and non-labor) of over $22 million across surgical services including for new joint-partnership with HSS
- Analyzed new surgical products and implemented cost containment efforts (over $2 million) as the Co-Chair of the Surgical Value Analysis Product Committee
- Accountable for overall project management, patient and stakeholder experience, budgeting, and process improvements to boost top-line growth
- Procured and purchased all capital equipment within stipulated budgets, ensuring high-quality delivery of services
- Managed team of journalers (3) and supply chain procurement associates (3)
- Managed surgeon block time allocations and optimized space as needed
Sr. Project Manager, Analytics & Innovation
Stamford Health
09.2012 - 01.2017
- Interim Service line Director for Women’s Health (Ob/Gyn) – supporting Chairman and providing key business proposals and analytics
- Led, developed and launched first Balance Center and oversaw its day-to-day operations including creating triage and referral protocols
- Initiated the hospital’s first e-booking sheet and its successful implementation to over 60 surgical practices, increasing efficiency two-fold
- Created and facilitated in-house Lean Six Sigma training program including training over 100 nurses for A3 program to help secure Magnet designation
- Oversaw Intern program and mentored junior employees
Senior Consultant
Nexera – Division of Greater NY Hospital Assoc
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Spearheaded prominent upstate NY hospital client’s first quality assurance and improvement scorecard across three service lines
- Orchestrated, planned and led transformation of storeroom resulting in $120K in savings for key NY hospital client
Associate
Mercer
01.2010 - 12.2010
- Supervised and led drug purchasing collective, representing $1.5M in revenue
- Negotiated successful vendor procurement for client, resulting in $250K in revenue
- Designed and executed first project management tracking tool for entire pharmacy practice
Senior Associate
Towers Perrin (now Willis Towers Watson)
01.2006 - 12.2010
- Project manager for leading drug purchasing coalition with book of business over $2.5 Billion in drug spend
- Negotiated contract for pharmacy benefit services with a new vendor business partner
- Earned “Star Award” and CIO recognition for championing ORACLE implementation training efforts
Education
MBA - Finance
University of Connecticut
01-2009
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Haverford College
Haverford01-2004
Skills
- Project planning
- Scope management
- Client relationship management
- Project plan development
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Relationship building
- Performance monitoring
- Organizational skills
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Northwell Health
09.2023 - Current
Vice President
SCALE-Healthcare
11.2022 - 08.2023
Director of Project Management
Nuvance Health
12.2019 - 11.2022
Director of Medical Operations
EHE Health
10.2018 - 10.2019
Business Manager for Surgical Services
Stamford Health
09.2017 - 10.2018
Sr. Project Manager, Analytics & Innovation
Stamford Health
09.2012 - 01.2017
Senior Consultant
Nexera – Division of Greater NY Hospital Assoc
01.2011 - 08.2012
Associate
Mercer
01.2010 - 12.2010
Senior Associate
Towers Perrin (now Willis Towers Watson)
01.2006 - 12.2010
MBA - Finance
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Haverford College
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