Meagan Weitzel
Saint Paul
Summary
Leader in clinical informatics and data operations with a decade of experience in optimizing workflows and validating clinical data in 24/7 neurodiagnostic environments. Skilled in Power Platform automation and SQL data validation, facilitating cross-functional collaboration among Clinical Operations, IT, and Business Intelligence. Achievements include building scalable processes and preparing validated datasets for analytics and compliance reporting.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Quality Manager
Next Gen Neuro
05.2023 - Current
- Established standardized processes, QA gates, and documentation for implementation workflows.
- Designed Power Platform automations to enhance implementations, QA workflows, and billing validation.
- Prepared operational datasets for KPI dashboards and enterprise reporting, ensuring data readiness with BI team.
- Evaluated data sets in relation to staffing in order to identify surplus and deficits associated with shifts, and create new scheduling options.
- Documented data lineage and maintained version-controlled SOPs to support HIPAA and SOC 2 compliance.
- Primary responsibility for overseeing a team in the execution of external facility audits, and internal audits, as needed, to monitor safety and quality performance.
- Primary responsibility for the completion of all final QA/PI reports for presentation to leadership, prior to publication to customer facilities.
- Facilitates remote bi-monthly audit meetings aimed at data review and process improvement.
- Develops protocols and tracking systems for Professional Practice Evaluation and Focused.
- Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE and FPPE) required by CMS.
- Develop systems for clinical audits and incident report tracking necessary for JCAHO accreditation.
- Implements, evaluates, and monitors process improvement (PI) measures, as established through audit reports and other process improvement feedback.
- Coordinated UAT cycles, overseeing issue tracking, validation, and communication for rollout readiness.
- Liaised between Clinical Operations, IT, Implementation, and BI to align workflows and enhance system consistency.
- Performed the responsibilities of the clinical point of contact for several facility partners.
- Created training initiatives covering workflow updates and adoption communications to facilitate transitions.
- Admin-on-call responsibilities.
Remote LTM/EEG Analyst II
Next Gen Neuro
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Monitored neonatal, pediatric, and adult continuous EEG in accordance with ACNS standards.
- Monitored adult and pediatric sEEG.
- Assisted with sEEG, ICU, EMU, and artifact troubleshooting workflows to enhance efficiency.
- Facilitated workflow optimization through effective communication and comprehensive technologist reporting.
- Analyzed EEG data for abnormalities and collaborated with physicians on findings.
- Performed clipping in adherence to facility protocol and best practices.
- Maintained patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare standards.
- Assisted in training new staff on facility protocols and internal infrastructure.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay current with advances in neurology and neuroscience technologies.
Senior Technologist (R.EEG T., CLTM)
Minnesota Epilepsy Group
Roseville
10.2015 - 11.2022
- Led neurodiagnostic care and workflow coordination at seven hospitals for technologists, physicians, and nurses.
- Facilitated workflow processes for central monitoring technologists to enhance efficiency.
- Developed process improvements that minimized redundancies in administrative tasks.
- Conducted board preparation sessions for new field technologists to ensure readiness.
- Established and monitored long-term EEG monitoring for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients.
- Transcribed daily technologist reports, including technical descriptions and event details.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and artifacts to maintain operational integrity.
- Provided oversight and training to junior technologists, ensuring quality standards.
Surgical Neurophysiologist
NuVasive
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Performed SSEP, TCMEP, EMG, and EEG intraoperative monitoring for spine and vascular procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to promote patient safety during operations.
- Interpreted real-time electrophysiological data to support surgical decision-making.
- Maintained and calibrated neurophysiological equipment for optimal performance.
- Educated surgical staff on neurophysiological monitoring techniques and technologies.
- Documented patient data accurately for post-operative review and analysis.
- Provided technical interpretation of evoked potentials to assist surgeons during procedures.
- Attended conferences and seminars to remain informed on advancements in surgical neurophysiology.
Project Manager
Minnesota Epilepsy Group
Saint Paul
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Developed protocols and tracking systems for Professional Practice Evaluation and Focused Professional Practice Evaluation as mandated by CMS.
- Conducted data analytics for NAEC accreditations of two level four epilepsy programs and one level three program.
- Created an algorithm to extract data from multiple EHRs, enabling comprehensive reporting.
- Delivered first monthly reports on departments, post-visit surveys, and KPIs across six hospitals and two clinics.
- Coordinated telemedicine program for MEG, ensuring seamless operation and integration.
- Collaborated with non-profit organizations to enhance sustainable epilepsy care in underserved communities.
- Established process maps for pre-surgical procedures, identifying delay points and improving efficiency.
- Performed internal audits on insurance denials, analyzing common reasons and optimizing workflows.
Emergency Medical Technician
Hazelden Betty Ford
Plymouth
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Responded to medical emergencies with rapid and effective care strategies.
- Administered emergency medical assistance and first aid to clients in crisis.
- Assisted patients with vital sign monitoring and basic life support techniques.
- Educated patients on health management and emergency procedures during care.
- Followed MINDs protocol for alcohol withdrawal treatment.
- Reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical professionals on-site and off-site.
- Incorporated evidence-based addiction treatment to enhance care quality for pediatric clients.
- Maintained client safety, respect, and dignity within the facility.
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
Eastern University
Philadelphia, PA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05-2019
Skills
- Data analysis and reporting
- Project coordination
- Quality control
- Technical writing
- Compliance standards expertise (SOC2, HITRUST, HIPAA)
- Programming proficiency (Python, SQL, R)
- Data visualization tools (Tableau, MS Power Platform)
- UI/UX design
- Clinical workflow improvement
- Detail-oriented approach
Certification
Certified in Long Term Monitoring (CLTM), ABRET
Timeline
Quality Manager
Next Gen Neuro
05.2023 - Current
Remote LTM/EEG Analyst II
Next Gen Neuro
11.2022 - 05.2023
Surgical Neurophysiologist
NuVasive
09.2021 - 02.2022
Project Manager
Minnesota Epilepsy Group
01.2019 - 01.2020
Senior Technologist (R.EEG T., CLTM)
Minnesota Epilepsy Group
10.2015 - 11.2022
Emergency Medical Technician
Hazelden Betty Ford
08.2014 - 10.2015
Master of Science - Data Science
Eastern University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Minnesota