Patricia Dixon
Mead
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in project coordination and management, adept at navigating complex challenges. Strong problem-solving skills complement a proactive approach to new tasks, ensuring efficient project execution. Recognized for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset, consistently driving initiatives forward. Committed to making meaningful contributions that advance organizational goals and foster team success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator V
Medtronic
04.2013 - Current
- Streamlined communication channels between departments to enhance collaboration and keep stakeholders informed on project status.
- Ensured timely project delivery by effectively managing deadlines and adjusting workflows as necessary.
- Managed project lifecycles from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and effective delegation of responsibilities.
- Processed requests for information from interested parties, ensuring clarity and relevance in responses.
- Executed regular updates and audits of inventory databases and spreadsheets to uphold data accuracy and integrity.
- Developed and maintained rapport with stakeholders to support effective communication and collaboration.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive project files, ensuring up-to-date data accuracy and accessibility.
- Streamlined project documentation practices to enhance collaboration and efficiency in Agile project management.
- Maintained data integrity and security by safeguarding corporate and client information in compliance with established safety protocols.
- Presented timely project status reports to customers, fostering trust and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
- Facilitated discussions between project stakeholders to ensure alignment on deliverables timelines and mitigate possible conflicts.
- Collaborated with project managers to create comprehensive project plans, defining scope, schedules, and budgets for effective project delivery.
- Established and maintained organizational SOP guidelines and best practices.
- Organized and prioritized projects to ensure timely releases and streamline workflow processes.
- Coordinated training sessions for new hires, equipping them with essential skills for successful job execution.
- Coordinated efforts with team to implement Windchill system, enhancing operational efficiency across all GBU within Surgical Medtronic.
Race Director
Without Limits
05.2017 - Current
- Developed comprehensive event plans and organized resources for successful race execution.
- Directed staffing and volunteer operations, ensuring effective team performance for race events involving four to fifteen employees and up to 100 volunteers.
- Outlined staff roles and responsibilities to ensure task alignment and operational efficiency.
- Established and enforced safety policies to mitigate incident risks.
- Developed and delivered instructional programs for staff and volunteers, emphasizing teamwork to optimize shift performance.
- Exhibited problem-solving skills to navigate unexpected challenges and ensure operational continuity.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills to foster positive interactions with team and clients.
- Drove profit growth by enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering referrals through targeted social media advertising.
- Developed innovative strategies to attract and recruit new athletes into the sport.
- Facilitated improved productivity by guiding team in the most effective methods for completing responsibilities.
- Identified cost control improvement areas and implemented strategic changes.
Clinical Affairs Assistant
Respiratory Monitoring Solutions (Covidien)
02.2012 - 04.2013
- Created user-friendly Pace Pulse Connect and RMS Pace CE sites, facilitating comprehensive clinical training resources.
- Managed and tracked project workflows within medical and clinical affairs department, guaranteeing timely execution of Zinc/Map Agile approvals.
- Coordinated scheduling and execution of live courses for regional product specialists (RPS) and care area specialists (CAS) to ensure comprehensive training delivery.
- Authorized all course requests, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines.
- Supplied necessary documentation to RPS and CAS teams.
- Facilitated collection of required documentation following course sessions to ensure compliance.
- Coordinated the design and delivery of continuing education (CE) certificates for all participants to validate their educational achievements.
- Assisted in submitting required documents and information to AARC for RN/CBRN CE. Supported billing processes to ensure timely payments.
- Generated comprehensive monthly reports to facilitate Pace spend, Map Agile approvals and monitor departmental budget allocations.
Health Care Providers Coordinator IV
Covidien
11.2010 - 01.2012
- Structured, implemented and maintain all compliance with HCP/Institutions and the Covidien team.
- Collaborated in establishing HCP Coordinator role and streamlined processes to enhance operational efficiency across two General Business Units.
- Managed the relationship between legal department and healthcare providers, overseeing the execution of legal agreement contracts.
- Designed and delivered comprehensive training on HCP process and procedures for all EBD staff members.
- Designed and refined compliance processes, resulting in consistent success during internal and external audit evaluations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, COSkills
- Effective team leadership
- Team inspiration
- Proficient in technical skills
- System configuration analysis
- Data-driven decision making
- Risk management compliance
- Expertise in data processing
- Analytical data insights
- Workflow optimization
- Data monitoring
- Skilled in Microsoft Office tools
- IT system administration
Timeline
Race Director
Without Limits
05.2017 - Current
Project Coordinator V
Medtronic
04.2013 - Current
Clinical Affairs Assistant
Respiratory Monitoring Solutions (Covidien)
02.2012 - 04.2013
Health Care Providers Coordinator IV
Covidien
11.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Northern Colorado