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Karan Thakkar

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with a diverse background in clinical operations and healthcare administration. Recently completed a Master's in Healthcare Administration (MHA) and pursuing PMP certification to strengthen project management capabilities. Skilled in optimizing clinical workflows, regulatory compliance, and patient care processes, with a strong understanding of healthcare systems and hospital management. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, driving patient outcomes, and improving operational efficiency in both dental and hospital environments. Seeking a leadership role in hospital administration to leverage dental expertise and expand into broader healthcare management.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Regional Manager

Dental 360 & Associates
08.2023 - Current
  • Managed clinical operations across five dental clinics, enhancing service delivery and improving patient satisfaction by 20%
  • Managed expansion projects for new clinic locations, contributing to a 25% increase in patient volume
  • Optimized revenue cycle management, resulting in a 15% increase in overall profitability while maintaining high-quality care standards
  • Led initiatives to integrate telemedicine services, increasing patient engagement and expanding access to care
  • Developed and implemented staff training programs, improving clinic performance and service quality
  • Led efforts towards achieving monthly targets consistently through strategic planning and resource allocation.

Building Manager

Pratt Recreational Center
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Directed operational efficiency improvements across a 50,000 sq. ft. facility, implementing streamlined processes that resulted in a 20% improvement in resource utilization.
  • Led cross-departmental coordination to ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards, preparing the facility to accommodate a diverse range of events and activities.
  • Conducted regular property inspections to identify potential issues and address them proactively.

Practice Manager

Columbus Circle Endodontics
03.2022 - 08.2022
  • Managed daily operations for a busy dental practice with a focus on efficiency, regulatory compliance, and patient safety
  • Led efforts to streamline workflows, reducing patient wait times by 15% and increasing operational efficiency
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA and HIPAA standards, developing protocols to improve patient and staff safety
  • Overhauled the Practice's billing and insurance processes, improving the accuracy of financial reporting and reducing claims denials

Program Manager

Apollo Hospitals International
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Coordinated patient care activities across multiple departments, improving communication between clinical teams and reducing patient wait times by 20%
  • Managed surgical scheduling and resource allocation, ensuring seamless operations and minimizing delays in patient care
  • Led emergency room operations, improving triage processes and patient flow during critical care situations
  • Maintained inventory management for hospital supplies, reducing shortages and improving hospital preparedness
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.

Education

Master of Science - Project Management (PMP)

Harrisburg University of Science And Technology
Harrisburg, PA
07.2025

Master of Healthcare Administration -

Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus
Long Island City, NY
05.2023

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

Paher University - Pacific Medical College And Hospital
06.2020

Skills

  • Clinical Workflow Optimization
  • Strategic Planning
  • Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA, JCAHO)
  • Patient Care Optimization
  • Dental Practice Management
  • Hospital Operations
  • Project Planning and Execution
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Scope Management
  • Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Risk Management (PMP Principles)
  • Team Leadership
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Performance Management
  • Training and Development
  • EHR Systems (Epic, Cerner)
  • Telemedicine Platforms
  • Healthcare IT Infrastructure
  • Data Analysis (SQL, Tableau)
  • Revenue Cycle Optimization
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Patient Satisfaction Initiatives
  • Workflow Automation
  • Process Improvement
  • Expertise in clinical operations
  • Patient care
  • Dental regulatory compliance

Certification

  • Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) - In Progress


Projects

Healthcare Quality Improvement Initiative

  • Objective: Developed and implemented a comprehensive quality improvement program to enhance patient safety and care quality across the organization.
  • Description: Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and implemented evidence-based practices. Conducted regular training sessions for staff on quality improvement methodologies and patient safety protocols, resulting in a 25% reduction in adverse events within six months.


Telehealth Expansion Project

  • Objective: Led a project to expand telehealth services in response to increasing patient demand and to enhance access to care during the pandemic.
  • Description: Developed strategic partnerships with technology vendors and trained clinical staff on telehealth platforms. Created marketing campaigns to educate patients about telehealth services and its benefits, ensuring a seamless transition to virtual care.
  • Impact: Increased telehealth visit volume by 200% within the first three months of implementation, improving patient access and satisfaction during a critical time.

Affiliations

  • American College of Healthcare Executives

Timeline

Assistant Regional Manager

Dental 360 & Associates
08.2023 - Current

Practice Manager

Columbus Circle Endodontics
03.2022 - 08.2022

Building Manager

Pratt Recreational Center
11.2021 - 04.2023

Program Manager

Apollo Hospitals International
07.2020 - 08.2021

Master of Science - Project Management (PMP)

Harrisburg University of Science And Technology

Master of Healthcare Administration -

Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus

Doctor of Dental Surgery -

Paher University - Pacific Medical College And Hospital
Karan Thakkar