Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
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Tonya Yoder

Middlebury,Indiana

Summary

Dynamic IT Project Management professional with a proven track record at Goshen Health, adept in project planning and resource allocation. Expert in LEAN techniques, I enhance workflow efficiency while leading cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives. Strong communicator and problem solver, committed to delivering impactful results in complex environments.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Goshen Health
Goshen, Indiana
02.2023 - Current
  • Led extensive technology projects at Goshen Health Organization.
  • Administered forecasting processes for optimal resource allocation.
  • Organized and implemented the setup of project management and resource management in ServiceNow.
  • Facilitated and chaired monthly IT Governance meetings.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
  • Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
  • Enhanced workflow efficiency through the implementation of LEAN techniques in project management office.
  • Coordinated efforts with IT departments to deliver projects as scheduled and budgeted.
  • Led Report Writer team to guarantee access to critical data and reports organization-wide.

IT Project Manager

Goshen HealtH
Goshen, Indiana
06.2022 - 02.2023
  • Assisted in implementation of MEDITECH Ambulatory EMR system across 31 ambulatory offices.
  • Led project teams to achieve timely completion of objectives.
  • Streamlined information exchange processes between IT teams and Administration.
  • Supervised project progress with Organizational Project Management software.
  • Oversaw and communicated critical project information to key stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with consultants during the implementation process.
  • Communicated regularly with stakeholders about project objectives, scope changes, timeline updates, resource allocation adjustments.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Kept project teams on-task with proactive control of budgets, schedules and scopes.
  • Updated project plans based on changing objectives, specifications, and staff availability.
  • Monitored milestones and deliverables to stay ahead of schedules and proactively spot potential roadblocks.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments in order to ensure timely resolution of any conflicts or problems encountered during the course of the project.

Process Improvement Specialist

Goshen Health
Goshen, Indiana
11.2018 - 06.2022
  • Conducted Rapid Improvement Events to drive efficiency within the organization.
  • Proven capability with basic and advanced methodologies for quality enhancement.
  • Supported annual strategic planning and tactical program development.
  • Conducted process improvement training for new colleagues.
  • Decreased waste by employing lean principles throughout the organization.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to identify underlying issues related to non-conformance or inefficiencies in processes.
  • Improved methods and procedures for processes, measurement, documenting and workflow techniques.
  • Facilitated process improvement workshops with cross-functional teams to identify areas of opportunity.
  • Maintained records of all process improvement projects and tracked progress against established goals.
  • Created process documentation including flowcharts, standard work, and visual aids to support team understanding of changes.

Oncology Information Specialist

Goshen HealtH
Goshen, Indiana
08.2013 - 11.2018
  • Presented Oncology program and services to referring physicians to increase awareness.
  • Collaborated effectively with various stakeholders to enhance patient referral processes for the Oncology program.
  • Prepared a comprehensive written summary of patients for physician review.
  • Reported monthly data and statistics for the Cancer Center to administration and marketing.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.

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Optical Technician

ON Healthcare
South Bend, Indiana
04.2012 - 08.2013
  • Delivered clinical support to optometrists in long term care setting.
  • Captured assessment results and shared them with relevant parties.
  • Provided support and training for new employees
  • Administered refraction services to eligible patients.
  • Read new patient glasses prescriptions with lensometer and noted results for treating physician.
  • Created detailed reports summarizing test results and analysis findings.

Territory Sales Manager

Coram Specialty Infusion Pharmacy
Crown Point, Indiana
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Developed and executed businesses plans to grow home infusion referrals for new and existing key accounts
  • Facilitated regular meetings between Sales and Pharmacy Operations to review budget, P&L, monthly referral status and projections
  • Maintained knowledge of private and government insurance benefits and coverage
  • Responsibility of calling on physicians in a 53 counties in Indiana on a routine basis, including Family/Internal Medicine, Oncologists, Gastroenterologists, Oncology, Surgeons, Pulmonologists and Orthopedic Surgeons

Professional Sales Representative II

Merck & Co, Inc
South Bend, Indiana
01.2002 - 01.2007
  • Executed persuasive presentations of pharmaceutical data within the framework of regulatory practices.
  • Optimized brand strategies by assessing product and formulary conditions.
  • Engaged consistently in leadership and product training.
  • Demonstrated product features and benefits to potential customers.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies related to pricing, discounts, returns.
  • Followed up with customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction and address any issues.

Skills

  • Project management
  • ServiceNow administration
  • LEAN techniques
  • Resource allocation
  • Risk assessment
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Problem solving
  • Project planning

Certification

  • Bronze Certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Goshen Health
02.2023 - Current

IT Project Manager

Goshen HealtH
06.2022 - 02.2023

Process Improvement Specialist

Goshen Health
11.2018 - 06.2022

Oncology Information Specialist

Goshen HealtH
08.2013 - 11.2018

Optical Technician

ON Healthcare
04.2012 - 08.2013

Territory Sales Manager

Coram Specialty Infusion Pharmacy
01.2007 - 01.2012

Professional Sales Representative II

Merck & Co, Inc
01.2002 - 01.2007
Tonya Yoder