Melanie J. Zaboth
Healthcare Leader
McDonough,GA
Work Preference
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Operations
Emory Clinic
01.2016 - Current
- Responsible for oversight of operations across 10 Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) performing over 48,000 procedures annually.
- Manage $400M operating budget and capital budgets for all sites.
- Identified 2.5M of revenue enhancements within the Orthopaedic service line in FY26.
- Leader responsible for all non-clinical roles within Ambulatory Surgery; encompasses 34 FTEs for direct and indirect employees.
- Represented ASCs on System Service Line Value Analysis Committees.
- Engaged to support the Contracting Department with negotiations with Joints, Spine, Sports Medicine, Ophthalmology, Endoscopy Service Contracts, and Linen.
- Engaged to mentor Leaders within Perioperative Services at multiple Operating Units.
- Intimately involved with EPIC planning for Emory Healthcare, as well as enhancements of Revenue Integrity, Scheduling/Block, and Nursing Documentation for ASCs.
- Internal Sponsor for the implementation of the WaveMark inventory management system for all ASCs. System ROI is projected at $150M over a 5-year period.
- Supports and facilitates Process Improvement Projects in collaboration with Clinical Teams for continuous improvement.
- Represent and responsible for initiatives within Emory Healthcare’s System Core Service Lines for Operational Efficiency and Finance & Analytics.
- Recognized for multiple consecutive years as a 'High Performing' leader in Employee Engagement.
Director, Perioperative Supply Chain
Emory Healthcare
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Responsibility and oversight for Supply Chain across Perioperative Services for 5 Hospitals and 7 Ambulatory Surgery Centers.
- Cost savings in 2015 1.9M and exceeded cost savings goal in 2016. 3.5M was achieved through revenue enhancement and cost reductions within 12 months.
- Oversight and facilitated all Value Analysis Committees at all Hospitals and Ambulatory Surgery Centers.
- Managed all Perioperative Supply Chain Managers across the System.
- Responsible for management of all product conversions within the Perioperative arena.
Director, Business Operations
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2012 - 12.2014
- Responsible for oversight of daily operations for the Endoscopy Lab, Anesthesia Services, and OR Materials Management for Perioperative Services.
- Oversight and facilitation of product standardization/consolidation, and contract compliance.
- Responsible for implementation of standard processes, inventory control and automation within Supply Chain resulting in reduction of inventory.
- Chaired OR Products Committee for Perioperative Services for Emory Healthcare, with cost reductions exceeding $600,000 annually, outside of continued participation in contract negotiation process with Emory Healthcare.
- Developed and expanded the Endoscopy Center to support growth within the Otolaryngology service line.
- Responsible for execution of initiatives through Project Management and Process Improvement.
Senior Manager, Operations
Emory University Hospitals
Atlanta, Georgia
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Develops and manages operational and capital budgets with revenue exceeding 404 million annually in collaboration with Senior Nursing Leadership.
- Oversight of Contract Administration, Product Selection, Value Analysis, and Supply Chain for Perioperative Services for Emory Hospitals.
- Oversight and development of Business Leaders within Perioperative Services.
- Actively involved in ongoing space planning in alignment of Surgery Expansion Projects at Emory University Hospital.
- Leading surgical technology research initiatives for state-of-the-art facilities improvements.
- Provide decision support and high-level reporting for OR dashboard.
Senior Manager, Clinic Operations
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2010 - 09.2011
- Focused concentration in the Orthopaedic and Spine Service Line for both inpatient and outpatient operating rooms.
- Integral in growth projections, planning, and supporting financial proformas. outpatient.
- Consistent with responsibilities listed below.
Senior Manager, Clinic Operations
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2003 - 12.2009
- Develops and manages operational and capital budgets with revenue exceeding 65M annually.
- Administrative oversight for all the Ambulatory Surgery Centers.
- Increase in annual revenue attributed through growth over 5 years to increase revenue by 47M.
- Maximized Managed Care contracts over an 18-month period to increase net income in excess of 3 million.
- Responsible for design and execution of expansion projects. Five major expansions within five years, all requiring State Certificate of Need approval.
- Responsible for all non-clinical personnel inclusive of Sterile Processing, Supply Chain, Scheduling, Front Desk, and Revenue Cycle.
Assistant Manager, Materials Management
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia
01.1999 - 12.2003
- Responsible for overseeing contract compliance, streamline processes within Supply Chain, consolidating product lines and facilitating the development of standards.
- Facilitate inventory control measures, cost analysis, facilitate evaluations and bidding of all Capital expenditures.
- Supervise all Buyers and Receiving Clerks.
Materials Manager
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia
01.1996 - 12.1999
- Responsible for management of all supplies, pharmaceuticals, prosthesis, instrumentation, and equipment.
- Initiates and promotes a program of cost containment within the Center.
- Decreased supply costs through standardization of $500,000 over a three-year period.
- Manages the evaluation of new products and equipment.
- Works with the billing office to assure accurate patient billing.
- Supervises the Sterile Processing Department and Medical Storeroom personnel.
- Responsible for ensuring all OSHA and AAMI recommendations are in compliance within departments supervised.
Operations Manager, Inpatient Operating Room
Emory University Hospital
Atlanta, Georgia
01.1991 - 12.1996
- Responsible for developing and managing the capital and expense budget.
- Responsible for Supply Chain within the Operating Room.
- Assists with data collection, analyses, and coordinates with Computer Operations to ensure accurate billing of surgical patients.
- Supervises the Operating Room Business personnel.
Affiliations
- Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses, Associate Member
Languages
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a robust ability in operations, planning, project management, and budget oversight, ensuring that organizational objectives align with community needs. I possess a natural aptitude for negotiation and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, which I believe is essential for driving engagement and patient-centered care.
I am committed to fostering innovation in healthcare delivery. My collaborative approach and critical thinking skills enable me to lead teams effectively, mentor senior management, and create an environment conducive while maintaining the high quality that patients deserve.
Dedication to improving health outcomes resonates with my professional values, and I am excited about the opportunity to leverage my operational excellence and visionary leadership to contribute to the organization's on-going success. Bringing my energetic and ambitious spirit to your organization.
Timeline
Director, Operations
Emory Clinic
01.2016 - Current
Director, Perioperative Supply Chain
Emory Healthcare
01.2015 - 12.2016
Director, Business Operations
Emory University Hospital Midtown
08.2012 - 12.2014
Senior Manager, Operations
Emory University Hospitals
08.2010 - 06.2011
Senior Manager, Clinic Operations
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
01.2010 - 09.2011
Senior Manager, Clinic Operations
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
01.2003 - 12.2009
Assistant Manager, Materials Management
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
01.1999 - 12.2003
Materials Manager
The Emory Clinic, Inc.
01.1996 - 12.1999
Operations Manager, Inpatient Operating Room
Emory University Hospital
01.1991 - 12.1996