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Michael Blair

Grants Pass,OR

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Administrator

Southern Oregon In-Home Care, LLC
Grants Pass , Oregon
10.2013 - 12.2021
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with statutory, regulatory and local, state and federal guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Motivated and supervised caregivers in delivering quality client care.
  • Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within community partners and referral sources to promote growth and retention.

Owner/Administrator

Riverside Home Health Care
Grants Pass , Oregon
07.2007 - 10.2013
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.

Project Manager

BAE Systems Inc.
Wahiawa , HI
01.2003 - 07.2007
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Provided management for internal personnel, contractors and vendors.
  • Identified, reviewed and applied policies and procedures.
  • Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
  • Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.

Project Manager

Northrop Grumman
Ewa Beach , HI
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Managed projects from procurement to commission.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
  • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
  • Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.

Maintenance Manager

Submarines Hawaii
Honolulu , HI
03.1995 - 01.2000
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.

Electronics Technician

US Navy
Various , Various
09.1988 - 09.1994
  • Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams and testing instruments.
  • Reviewed and interpreted service manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams and blueprints.
  • Used diagnostic and testing processes in collaboration with product engineers to identify, define and solve development issues.
  • Assembled electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data and knowledge of electrical principles, using hand tools and measuring instruments.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Valley High School
Grants Pass, OR

No Degree - Electronics Theory

US Navy Electronics Technician
Various

Skills

  • Industry Expertise
  • Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
  • Operational Analysis
  • Change and Growth Management
  • Board Oversight
  • Strategic Planning
  • Employee Motivation and Performance
  • Executive Leadership
  • Operational Efficiency and Safety
  • Business Development

Affiliations


  • Oregon Association of Home Care (OAHC) - President
  • National Association of Home Care (NAHC) - Member
  • Grants Pass Rotary - Member


Timeline

Owner/Administrator

Southern Oregon In-Home Care, LLC
10.2013 - 12.2021

Owner/Administrator

Riverside Home Health Care
07.2007 - 10.2013

Project Manager

BAE Systems Inc.
01.2003 - 07.2007

Project Manager

Northrop Grumman
01.2000 - 01.2003

Maintenance Manager

Submarines Hawaii
03.1995 - 01.2000

Electronics Technician

US Navy
09.1988 - 09.1994

High School Diploma -

North Valley High School

No Degree - Electronics Theory

US Navy Electronics Technician
Michael Blair