Healthcare IT Consultant - Epic Implementations 2010 - Current
IT Education Coordinator (July 2002 – March 2010)
Manager Central Scheduling (July 1998 – June 2002)
Facility Coordinator Ambulatory Offices (May 1997 – June 1998)
IT System Educator (September 1994 - April 1997)
Assistant Director of Admissions (July 1991 – August 1994)
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Trainer
Piedmont Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Served as a trusted advisor to senior management on matters related to employee development and workforce optimization strategies.
Wrote training manuals for Physicians and Mid Level clinical employees and support positions according to current state workflows and standard documentation protocols.
Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for Physician training courses.
Contractor - Epic Training Project Manager
Mercy Hospital
04.2023 - 04.2024
Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
Kept site work in line with budget and schedule.
Developed the foundation of the newly created Epic training department.
Manage Ambulatory training implementation to include Revenue Cycle.
Managed day-to-day operations of the training department.
Hire and manage all training staff.
Developed the evaluation and assessment process for end users.
Managed the development of onsite training facilities.
Managed all aspects of MST build across Ambulatory applications to include the Revenue Cycle.
Worked with organization leaders to establish educational needs across multiple facilities.
Managed all training-related budgets.
Responsible for Learning Management System (LMS) tracking education and end-user proficiency.
Established post-live training initiates in conjunction with Human Resources.
Established the CME/CEU program for providers.
Assisted Activation Project Manager with go-live logistics.
Managed the testing process, developed test scripts, coordinated testing efforts with the Business Analyst, followed up to ensure scripts passed, and incorporated the training team as testing resources.
Managed provider dictation training utilizing the Nuance Dragon application.
Consultant - Epic Cupid/Radiant Principal Trainer
Cedar Sinai Medical Center
02.2022 - 12.2023
Reduced data discrepancies by meticulously performing thorough system audits and providing corrective actions.
Identified opportunities for improvements within existing workflows to maximize functionality of Epic modules.
Participated in testing efforts for new releases or updates, identifying any potential bugs or compatibility issues before deployment.
Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
Consultant - Epic Cupid Principal Trainer
Oklahoma University Medical Center
09.2020 - 12.2021
Curriculum development for clinical and non-clinical roles
Master Training System (MST) build
Coordinate materials and education for the Specialist Training Specialist program
Coordinate education components with Clinical Informaticists and Business Analysts
Assist with script writing for integrated and end-user testing
Mentor FTE Principal Trainers
Support cross-application training for EpicCare Ambulatory, Inpatient, Radiant, Optime/Anesthesia
Work with operational leaders to achieve department education goals
Complete Cupid MST build
Analyze and make recommendations to meet the training department's long-term educational goals
Reduced data discrepancies by meticulously performing thorough system audits and providing corrective actions.
Identified opportunities for improvements within existing workflows to maximize functionality of Epic modules.
Participated in testing efforts for new releases or updates, identifying any potential bugs or compatibility issues before deployment.
Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
Consultant - Senior Training Team Lead
Alberta Health Services, AHS
09.2019 - 08.2020
Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork and open communication.
Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
Direct training support for a multi-province Epic Implementation.
Oversee implementation expectations for Sr. Trainers.
Support Sr. Trainers as a backup resource.
Collaborate with Training Team Leads over all applications to spearhead successful training methodologies.
Assist with Provider Personalization Labs.
Manage and support MST build.
Create and maintain provider and employee records in accordance with IT guidelines.
Create and support Learning Home Dashboards.
Work with department Directors and Training Services Leads to implement mitigation plans.
Support Shadow Charting and Workflow Dress Rehearsals.
Participate in the creation and deployment of integrated testing scripts.
Participate in all global leadership meetings
Update project plans.
Plan and oversee the implementation of training facilities.
Consultant - Epic Cupid/Radiant Principal Trainer
Texas Childrens Hospital
03.2019 - 09.2019
Support multiyear upgrade version 2012 to 2019.
Analyze current/future state workflows.
Developed new training curriculum for Radiant and Cupid applications.
Assisted Sr. Leadership with implementation strategies.
Support Cardiology Implementation and participate in Design, Build, and Validation sessions (DBV).
Collaborated with build teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
Provide project educational oversite in coordination with Subject Matter Experts (SMSs).
Plan and manage training room deployment.
Assist with training department staffing and budget redesign.
Consultant - Epic Cupid/Radiant Principal Trainer
Bryan Medical Center
10.2016 - 12.2018
Conducted reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for the consulting engagement.
Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effective troubleshooting.
Analyze current and future state workflows.
Curriculum development for clinical and non-clinical roles.
Master Training System (MST) build.
Coordinate materials and education for the Specialist Training Specialist program
Train Ambulatory, Cupid, and Inpatient providers
Interview, assist with selection and manage Credentialed Trainers
Organize Super User training efforts
Coordinate education components with Clinical Informaticists and Business Analysts
Assist with script writing for integrated and end-user testing
Responsible for Learning Management System (LMS) Portfolio; Training Calculator and Course Catalog
Mentor FTE Principal Trainers Radiant and Ambulatory.
Support cross-application training for EpicCare Ambulatory, Inpatient, Radiant, Optime/Anesthesia and ClinDoc.
Work with operational leaders to achieve department education goals.
Coordinate Epic 2018 upgrade education and MST rebuild.
Completed Train the Trainer education for Dragon Voice Recognition system.
Analyze and make recommendations to meet Training department's long-term educational goals.
Determine Captivate e-Learning development needs across multiple applications.
Consultant - Epic Cupid Instructional Designer
Centura Health
12.2015 - 09.2016
Analyze current and future state workflows.
Curriculum development for clinical and non-clinical roles.
Master Training System (MST) build.
Create and maintain SER/EMP records as needed.
Facilitate Physician training.
Manage and train Credentialed Trainers.
Organizing Super User training.
Coordinate education components with CI and Business Analysts.
Application and integrated testing.
Manage Learning Management System (LMS) Portfolio, Training Calculator and Course Catalog.
Mentor FTE Training Manager and Principal Trainers.
Manage SharePoint site for global communication.
Facilitate training meetings.
Work with operational leaders to achieve department education goals.
Consultant - Epic Radiant Instructional Designer
Unity Point Healthcare
01.2015 - 12.2015
Liaised with customers, management, build teams to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
Curriculum development for clinical and non-clinical roles.
Master Training System (MST) build.
Manage and train Credentialed Trainers.
Organize Super User training.
Coordinate education components with Clinical Informaticists and Business Analysts.
Participate in application and integrated testing.
Manage the Learning Management System (LMS) Portfolio, Training Calculator, and Course Catalog.
Mentor FTE Principal Trainers.
Facilitate training meetings across multiple sites.
Work with operational leaders to achieve department education goals.
Consultant - Director of Training and Adoption
Physician Technology Partners
09.2014 - 01.2015
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Develop foundational policies and procedures for newly created department.
Manage training-related budget
Mentor Project Managers to training department functions.