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Led healthcare operations and population health initiatives supporting 78,000+ beneficiaries across multiple clinical units within a complex, multi-site healthcare system. Directed access-to-care programs, performance improvement initiatives, and cross-functional care delivery operations to improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and system-wide healthcare performance.Utilized healthcare data and analytics to identify care gaps, evaluate utilization trends, and implement targeted interventions that improved access to care by 43% and reduced patient response times by 89%. Developed and monitored performance metrics and dashboards to track program effectiveness, patient satisfaction, and operational outcomes for leadership decision-making.Managed and coordinated cross-functional teams of 50+ providers and healthcare staff across 3 wings and 52 units, aligning clinical operations with population health goals, readiness requirements, and quality performance standards. Supported healthcare delivery systems serving 321,000 beneficiaries, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and care delivery objectives.Led patient advocacy and care coordination initiatives, resolving 95 complex cases and improving patient engagement and continuity of care. Collaborated with clinical leadership on performance improvement initiatives informed by healthcare quality measures (including HEDIS-related benchmarks and preventive care indicators).Directed continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance workflow efficiency, reduce delays in care delivery, and improve overall healthcare system performance.

Provided emergency medical care, clinical support, and patient coordination across ambulance services and family medicine clinics within a military healthcare system. Served as senior medic on shift and acted as interim Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) for family medicine operations, supporting clinical workflow management, patient care delivery, and team coordination.Delivered pre-hospital emergency care, triage, and patient stabilization for diverse populations, ensuring timely treatment and continuity of care across emergency and outpatient settings. Supported both acute care and preventive care functions, contributing to improved patient outcomes and readiness.Led updates and implementation of medical procedures, clinical protocols, and care policies to ensure compliance with evolving healthcare standards and improve operational efficiency. Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to enhance patient flow, safety, and care quality across family medicine operations.Supported preventive health initiatives, patient screenings, and care coordination efforts, strengthening early identification of health risks and improving long-term health outcomes. Trained and mentored junior personnel on clinical procedures, emergency response protocols, and patient care standards to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality care.

Provided clinical oversight and medical readiness support for personnel enrolled in the Personnel Reliability and Accountability Program (PRAP), including individuals in flight status and nuclear operational assignments. Ensured ongoing medical qualification, readiness compliance, and accurate health status tracking for mission-critical personnel within a highly regulated healthcare environment.Conducted medical record reviews, health screenings, and readiness evaluations to ensure compliance with strict medical standards and regulatory requirements. Identified discrepancies and risk factors impacting duty eligibility, supporting timely intervention and ensuring continuous operational readiness.Served as Infection Control Monitor, responsible for implementing and overseeing infection prevention protocols across clinical environments. Supported facility-wide compliance efforts that contributed to “Excellent” accreditation ratings, ensuring adherence to healthcare safety and quality standards.Maintained accurate medical documentation and contributed to updates of clinical procedures, policies, and operational protocols to improve compliance, efficiency, and patient safety. Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure alignment between clinical operations, regulatory requirements, and mission readiness standards.Supported continuous quality improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps, recommending corrective actions, and contributing to enhanced healthcare delivery performance and patient safety outcomes.