LEYNA SAVAGE
Seattle
Summary
Program & Operations professional with experience coordinating large-scale events, logistics, communications, and cross-functional initiatives across healthcare and organizational environments. Skilled in event operations, stakeholder coordination, vendor coordination, workflow management, and operational planning within fast-paced settings. Known for balancing competing priorities, improving processes, and delivering seamless execution across multiple teams and departments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations & Program Coordinator
62d Airlift Wing
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA
08.2023 - Current
- Planned and coordinated 30+ large scale events and organizational initiatives annually across multiple teams and departments
- Coordinated logistics, staffing, communications, and execution support for large-scale organizational events
- Managed communication and coordination across 15+ teams to maintain organization, visibility, and continuity during large initiatives and high traffic events
- Oversaw volunteer coordination efforts including staffing assignments, scheduling, participant communication, and operational support during organizational events
- Coordinated large-scale collection, inventory organization, packaging, and distribution operations supporting hundreds of participants across community initiatives
- Built and maintained tracking systems, communication workflows, registration processes, and event planning materials to improve organization and execution
- Worked directly with leadership teams and support organizations to coordinate timelines, logistics, communications, and operational details for high visibility programs and events
- Balanced multiple ongoing projects simultaneously while managing shifting priorities, last minute changes, and fast paced timelines
Infection Preventionist
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with clinical teams and hospital departments to support infection prevention strategies, operational compliance, and patient safety initiatives across a high acuity healthcare environment
- Assisted with infection surveillance, reporting processes, data tracking, compliance monitoring, and implementation of evidence based infection prevention protocols
- Supported process improvement initiatives by evaluating workflows, identifying operational gaps, and assisting with implementation of updated procedures and standards
- Presented infection prevention updates, compliance information, and educational guidance to healthcare staff and interdisciplinary teams
- Participated in multidisciplinary collaboration focused on regulatory compliance, performance improvement, patient safety, and organizational readiness
Family Medicine Case Manager & Primary Care Counselor
Alaska Regional Hospital
Anchorage, AK
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, specialists, patients, and families to develop and coordinate individualized care plans for patients with chronic and complex medical conditions
- Provided direct patient support, education, and care coordination while managing high volume caseloads in a fast paced primary care environment
- Assisted patients with treatment planning, referrals, follow up care, medication coordination, and continuity of care across multiple providers and services
- Supported patient advocacy and long term care management through interdisciplinary communication, clinical follow up, and care navigation
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, healthcare resources, and ongoing care recommendations to support continuity of care and improved patient outcomes
Oncology Infusion Team Coordinator
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
Seattle, WA
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Worked directly with oncology patients and interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate infusion treatments, referrals, follow up care, and continuity of care support
- Supported high volume oncology operations through patient education, treatment coordination, symptom follow up, and communication with providers and clinical departments
- Assisted patients and families with care navigation, scheduling coordination, treatment support services, and clinical follow up throughout active cancer treatment
- Collaborated with nurses, providers, and support services to maintain efficient patient flow and continuity of care within a fast paced oncology environment
- Supported patient centered care by coordinating communication, operational follow up, and treatment related support across multiple departments
Operating Room Circulator
Auburn Medical Center
Auburn, WA
07.2018 - 11.2019
- Supported surgical operations across multiple specialties within a high pressure operating room environment requiring critical thinking, adaptability, and strong clinical judgment
- Coordinated operating room workflow, surgical supplies, patient preparation, and communication between surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical teams during procedures
- Maintained sterile technique standards, monitored procedural flow, and anticipated surgical team needs to support safe and efficient operations
- Assisted with patient positioning, surgical preparation, specimen handling, documentation, and continuity of care throughout surgical procedures
- Maintained organization and operational efficiency during fast paced procedures requiring attention to detail, teamwork, and problem solving
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA05-2020
Skills
Event Operations
Program Coordination
Vendor Coordination
Logistics & Workflow Management
Stakeholder Communication
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Budget Coordination
Facility & Event Coordination
Strategic Communications
Team & Volunteer Coordination
Marketing & Outreach Strategy
Process Improvement
Timeline
Operations & Program Coordinator
62d Airlift Wing
08.2023 - Current
Infection Preventionist
Providence Alaska Medical Center
03.2021 - 08.2022
Family Medicine Case Manager & Primary Care Counselor
Alaska Regional Hospital
08.2020 - 02.2021
Oncology Infusion Team Coordinator
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
12.2019 - 07.2020
Operating Room Circulator
Auburn Medical Center
07.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition & Dietetics
Seattle Pacific University
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Paws & Play | Owner & Operator
Dog Daycare & Boarding Business | 2021-Present
• Manage business operations, scheduling, client communication, and customer experience
• Coordinate bookings, operational logistics, and care planning for multiple clients and pets simultaneously
• Oversee marketing, social media outreach, and relationship management to support repeat and referral-based clientele
• Maintain organized workflows, scheduling systems, and client services in a fast-paced environment
• Create digital content, branding materials, and visual communications for organizational initiatives and small business use
• Develop graphics, event materials, and online content using modern design and marketing platforms
• Support outreach, engagement, event promotion, and organizational visibility through creative digital communication strategies