Dynamic operations director and business development strategist recognized for driving over 60% financial growth in acute rehabilitation facilities. Skilled in developing comprehensive strategies for multiple hospitals, enhancing operational efficiency, and achieving top-tier performance metrics.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Integration
PAM Health
04.2016 - Current
Increased operational financial growth by over 60% creating an elite regional division of acute rehab and Ltach hospitals through census growth and lean operational management
Developed strategic planning and growth strategies for 10-14 hospitals, setting measurable short- and long-term goals
Marketed services to C-suite executives, enhancing connectivity and demonstrating value to reduce length of stay in acute care hospitals and lower readmission rates
Recruiting and managing physicians to drive KPIs and exceed monthly quotas in each hospital
Educated and implemented EMR software across multi-site hospitals, managing CRM systems (Salesforce, Wellsky, Meridian)
SR Clinical Liaison-Sales and Marketing
Kindred Hospital Kansas City (LTACH)
02.2014 - 04.2016
Elevated awareness of Kindred services among key healthcare decision-makers, enhancing engagement and referral potential
Revenue growth led by monthly revenue goals that have been met or exceeded regularly staying in the top 10% nationwide in sales goals achieved while also leading my team to being in the top 10 teams nationwide for the first time
Developed targeted sales tools for hospitals, improving education on LTAC services and streamlining marketing processes
Delivered essential training on clinical practices to new staff, ensuring consistency in service delivery across regional markets
Respiratory Therapy Team Leader
HCA
01.2002 - 01.2016
Supervised education and training for 55 employees in all areas of RT, including Level 3 NICU, enhancing team competency and patient care standards.
Ventilator protocol implementation and education to staff and physicians
Managed department budgets and productivity, oversaw staffing for 55 employees, facilitated hiring and disciplinary actions, directed student rotations, and developed policies and procedures.
Led implementation and training of new software EHR system across HCA KC market for respiratory departments, streamlining workflows and improving documentation efficiency.
Honored as Practitioner of the Year in 2004 and 2010, recognizing outstanding contributions to patient care.
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Apria Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2010
Interviewed, hired, and trained RT staff; managed team of clinical evaluators and clinical sales team to support operational goals
Interacted with patients and key stakeholders to drive month-over-month business growth
Maintained productivity reports to track and ensure alignment with monthly, quarterly, and yearly budgets and goals
Developed and executed new programs, policies, procedures, and educational initiatives.
Respiratory Therapist
Cherub Medical Supply
01.2005 - 12.2005
Educated staff, patients, and families on respiratory home equipment for pediatrics to adults
Exceeded monthly revenue goals through strategic initiatives
Conducted sales calls to referral offices to market company services
Marketing Analyst
Payless Shoesource
01.2001 - 01.2004
Maintained marketing strategies for 5000+ stores by cluster to analyze and adjust approaches, driving growth and revenue
Managed team to meet or exceed monthly budgets and goals
Implemented sales tracking tool for company-wide use, enhancing sales monitoring and reporting
Received recognition for top performance in the accessory division in 2003.
Assistant Director of Respiratory Therapy
Freeman Hospital West
01.1998 - 01.2001
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Mercy Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000
Provided respiratory therapy in ER, NICU, and PICU, ensuring comprehensive care for diverse patient populations. Trained new staff on procedures and protocols to enhance team competency and patient care standards.
Administered respiratory therapies and treatments to patients in various settings.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed for improvement.
Educated patients and families on respiratory health and equipment usage.
Traveling Respiratory Therapist
Cross Country Staffing
01.1996 - 01.1998
Respiratory Therapist (OJT to CRT)
Barton County Hospital
01.1992 - 01.1996
Education
Bachelor Degree - Marketing
Pittsburg State University
01-2001
Associates in Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Labette Community College
01-1996
Skills
Healthcare Leadership
Operational leadership
Strategic planning
Change management
Physician Engagement
Quality assurance
Metrics driven
Highly organized
Effective team dynamics
Timeline
Regional Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Integration
PAM Health
04.2016 - Current
SR Clinical Liaison-Sales and Marketing
Kindred Hospital Kansas City (LTACH)
02.2014 - 04.2016
Respiratory Therapy Supervisor
Apria Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2010
Respiratory Therapist
Cherub Medical Supply
01.2005 - 12.2005
Respiratory Therapy Team Leader
HCA
01.2002 - 01.2016
Marketing Analyst
Payless Shoesource
01.2001 - 01.2004
Respiratory Therapist
Children's Mercy Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2000
Assistant Director of Respiratory Therapy
Freeman Hospital West
01.1998 - 01.2001
Traveling Respiratory Therapist
Cross Country Staffing
01.1996 - 01.1998
Respiratory Therapist (OJT to CRT)
Barton County Hospital
01.1992 - 01.1996
Bachelor Degree - Marketing
Pittsburg State University
Associates in Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy