Meagan Branson
Cleveland,TN
Summary
Healthcare Operations Leader with 15+ years of experience driving clinical and administrative performance across physician practices, hospitals, occupational health, and outpatient centers. Proven record of reducing costs, strengthening regulatory compliance, and improving patient outcomes. Skilled in staff development, workflow optimization, and vendor negotiations that enhance organizational efficiency and support long-term growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Practice Manager
One to One Health
Chattanooga, TN
07.2024 - Current
- Manage daily operations of a high-volume onsite occupational health clinic.
- Implemented policy changes saving $70K+ annually.
- Lead staff evaluations and training programs to improve performance and compliance.
- Ensure HIPAA and OSHA regulatory adherence across operations.
Phlebotomy Manager
Tennova Healthcare
Cleveland, TN
10.2021 - 07.2024
- Reduced blood culture contamination from 9% to hospital-wide.
- Directed rollout of mobile phlebotomy carts, boosting productivity and safety.
- Improved retention and employee satisfaction (100% Press Ganey rating).
- Tracked performance metrics such as turnaround time for specimen analysis.
Medical Operations Manager / CLIA Director
U.S. Onsite Medical
Chattanooga, TN
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Oversaw mobile occupational health testing lab and CLIA compliance.
- Directed personnel hiring, training, and test result reporting.
- Ensured adherence to state/federal regulations.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to negotiate competitive pricing agreements.
Center Manager
Octapharma Plasma
Chattanooga, TN
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Opened new donor center, recognized as the region's top performer in first 90 days.
- Ensured compliance with SOPs, GMPs, FDA, OSHA, and CLIA requirements.
- Provided leadership for hiring, training, and employee development.
Medical Center Manager
Nova Medical Centers
Chattanooga, TN
10.2015 - 06.2019
- Conducted regular performance reviews to identify areas of improvement for individual employees.
- Coordinated daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and customer service standards.
- Established effective communication systems between departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Performed radiological exams (Limited Scope), DOT drug screens, BAT, pulmonary function tests and filled in for CMAs as needed to optimize clinic throughput.
Education
Medical X-Ray Operator-LIMITED CERTIFICATION -
Radiology Education Seminars
Nashville, TNHigh School Diploma -
Bradley Central High School
Cleveland, TNSkills
- Leadership & Operations: Practice Management, Staff Development, Budget Oversight, Vendor Negotiations
- Compliance & Safety: HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, FDA Regulations, Quality Assurance, Risk Management
- Clinical Expertise: Phlebotomy, Radiology (Limited Scope), EKG, Patient Care, Laboratory Management
- Technology & Systems: EMR Systems, Medical Billing/Coding, Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- Basic Life Support (AHA), Active, 12/31/27
- Breath Alcohol Technician (DOT), Active, 12/31/30
- DOT Certified Drug Screen Collector, Active, 12/31/25
- Medical X-Ray Operator, Limited Scope, Inactive
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Practice Manager
One to One Health
07.2024 - Current
Phlebotomy Manager
Tennova Healthcare
10.2021 - 07.2024
Center Manager
Octapharma Plasma
01.2020 - 10.2021
Medical Operations Manager / CLIA Director
U.S. Onsite Medical
01.2019 - 12.2023
Medical Center Manager
Nova Medical Centers
10.2015 - 06.2019
Medical X-Ray Operator-LIMITED CERTIFICATION -
Radiology Education Seminars
High School Diploma -
Bradley Central High School