Chris Blake

Background

About Chris Blake

Experienced Executive with a demonstrated history of leading Healthcare inpatient operations and physician practices, in the acute care and ambulatory settings. Accomplished Senior Director of Operations who oversees hospital and departmental operations/management of 20 inpatient and ambulatory practices and reports all departmental activates to Executive Leadership. I have a proven track record of developing and implementing proactive strategic initiatives and integrated approaches to ensure positive clinical and operational outcomes as measured by key performance indicators. I have a proven capacity for building credibility, developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and role modeling collegiality, including physicians and executives. I am detail-oriented and manage the budgetary needs of numerous areas in collaboration with my financial colleagues. Directs business planning and participates in strategic planning to optimize throughput and practice operations to include the development and implementation of new services and technology. Evaluates and maintains financial, Quality, Safety, and Operational standards within the inpatient and ambulatory settings. Responsible for the oversight of health care administration, operations, leadership, human resources, employee relations, marketing, and physician contract /relations. Develops, implements departmental budgets and operational goals that align with organizational goals, while ensuring optimal patient care and satisfaction rates. A proactive and trusted leader with a reputation for working collaboratively with cross-cultural and cross-functional healthcare teams, senior leadership, physicians, clinical staff, vendors, and patients.