KATHLEEN BEAN
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Healthcare Privacy and Technology Executive with 20+ years of progressive leadership experience in Privacy and Security Compliance, Health Information Management, and Healthcare Technology. Proven track record developing comprehensive HIPAA-compliant privacy programs, managing privacy incidents and breaches, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance across multi-site healthcare organizations. Deep expertise in EHR systems, healthcare operations, and technology infrastructure supporting privacy and security initiatives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President Technology and Clinical Informatics, Privacy Officer
Circuit Clinical
01.2024 - Current
- Lead comprehensive privacy program for Integrated Research Organization ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information across multiple platforms and national districts
- Manage IT Operations, Security, Enterprise Applications, Development, and Clinical Informatics teams
- Execute full-scale Technology Division review reducing technical debt and optimizing system architecture to enhance data security and privacy controls
- Implement AI governance policies including oversight of tool selection and establishment of AI Steering Committee to address emerging privacy risks
- Serve on Executive Management Team providing strategic Technology, Privacy, AI and Security guidance
Director, Clinical Informatics and Privacy Officer
Circuit Clinical
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed comprehensive privacy and security policies and governance framework aligned with HIPAA Privacy and 21 CFR Part 11
- Established strategic relationships with network site leadership to implement secure EHR platform access for site analytics and participant identification
- Enhanced recruitment efforts through privacy-compliant data access protocols improving operational efficiency while maintaining patient confidentiality
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including IT, legal, compliance, and operations to integrate privacy considerations into business processes
- Conducted privacy impact assessments for new clinical trial initiatives
Manager, IT Applications
Catholic Health
04.2019 - 03.2022
- Led IT analyst team administering EpicCare Ambulatory, Care Everywhere, MyChart, EpicCare Link, Haiku/Canto, and legacy healthcare platforms supporting 65+ multispecialty clinical offices across Catholic Health System and Trinity Medical WNY ensuring secure handling and storage of PHI
- Managed acquisition and onboarding of 25+ new clinical sites including EHR transitions as Corporate Onboarding Team member comprised of Technology, Finance, Legal, Operations, Facilities, and Compliance.
- Collaborated with CISO and Corporate Compliance Officer to implement comprehensive Privacy and Security policies across integrated health network
- Ensured HIPAA compliance during system implementations and healthcare technology deployments
Director of Health Information Management
Trinity Medical WNY, PC
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Managed complex organizational merger integrating separate Health Information departments using different EHR systems
- Participated in cross-functional workgroups focused on operational effectiveness and regulatory compliance
- Oversaw health information management operations during organizational acquisition and substantial growth
- Acted as Privacy and Security liaison for Corporate Compliance and CISO for newly acquired practices
Director Health Information Management, HIPAA Compliance Officer
Buffalo Heart Group, LLP
01.1999 - 12.2016
- Developed and directed comprehensive privacy program for 25+ provider cardiology practice spanning 7 locations ensuring protection of sensitive patient information
- Implemented and maintained enterprise HIPAA Privacy and Security compliance program including policy development, staff training, and ongoing compliance monitoring
- Led EHR implementation, training, and continuous improvement initiatives ensuring privacy-by-design principles and secure data handling protocols
- Performed annual security risk assessments and developed comprehensive remediation plans to address vulnerabilities and strengthen protective controls
Education
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Alfred State College
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Alfred State College
Skills
- HIPAA Privacy and Security Program Development
- Privacy Impact Assessments and Risk Management
- Regulatory Compliance Auditing and Monitoring
- Executive Team Leadership and Strategic Planning
- Cross-Functional Team Management and Development
- Healthcare Operations and Workflow Optimization
Certification
- Certified HIPAA Privacy and Security (CHPS), AHIMA #PS038048
- Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM), International Association of Privacy Professionals
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), AHIMA #245856
Timeline
Vice President Technology and Clinical Informatics, Privacy Officer
Circuit Clinical
01.2024 - Current
Director, Clinical Informatics and Privacy Officer
Circuit Clinical
03.2022 - 01.2024
Manager, IT Applications
Catholic Health
04.2019 - 03.2022
Director of Health Information Management
Trinity Medical WNY, PC
01.2017 - 04.2019
Director Health Information Management, HIPAA Compliance Officer
Buffalo Heart Group, LLP
01.1999 - 12.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Health Information Technology
Alfred State College
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Alfred State College
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