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Krystal Barker

@krystalbarker

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Passionate healthcare leader optimizing systems with tech and strategy for better patient outcomes.

United States

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a leadership role to oversee projects that achieve operational excellence and prioritize stakeholder satisfaction in an organization focused on innovation and technology to enhance care quality.

As a seasoned healthcare administration leader, I leverage my expertise in process optimization, compliance, and cross-functional leadership to drive operational excellence and prioritize stakeholder satisfaction. With a proven track record in optimizing resources, removing obstacles, and empowering teams through a patient-centered approach, I am well-suited for organizations focused on innovation and technology to enhance care quality.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led projects that achieve operational excellence, managed technical and operational teams, and developed and implemented healthcare credentials management applications. I am passionate about leveraging technology and innovation in healthcare to improve care quality and patient outcomes.

I possess a strong background in healthcare operations management, leadership and team management, project and program management, and quality improvement and assurance. I am committed to delivering high-quality results, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of excellence in healthcare organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Healthcare Credentialing Product Manager

ProCredEx

Apr 2020 - May 2024 (4 years 1 month)

Led the development and implementation of a healthcare credentials management application. Managed technical and operational teams through the software development lifecycle (SDLC) using Agile development methodologies. Led data integration projects involving the secure automated transfer of healthcare data. Managed client onboarding and training. Supported new employee onboarding. Worked on lever

Product Management Operational Management Data Agile Development Confluence Data Integration User Acceptance Testing Employee Onboarding Training Background Checks Healthcare

Data Analytics Consultant

ARDX

Oct 2017 - May 2020 (2 years 7 months)

Managed program evaluation and data analysis projects for federal CMS contracts. Worked with large datasets to support population health initiatives and improve healthcare quality. Led teams to achieve project objectives. Championed initiatives to achieve ISO 9001:2015 certification.

Data Analysis Datasets Regulatory Compliance Leadership Team Management Project Management ISO 9001

Project Coordinator

Garretson Resolution Group

Jun 2016 - Feb 2017 (8 months)

Coordinated healthcare claims administration record review projects. Conducted quality assurance checks for data accuracy. Managed project tasks and team assignments. Participated as a project team lead in a Medical Consulting and Data Analytics Incubator.

Quality Assurance Healthcare Management Process Improvement Strategic Planning Project Management

Credentialing & Compliance Specialist

Accountable Healthcare Staffing

Jul 2015 - Jun 2016 (11 months)

Oversaw healthcare credentialing processes to meet The Joint Commission compliance standards. Developed and executed a process improvement plan. Improved operational efficiency with new credentialing process.

Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Process Optimization

Data Coordinator - Accountable Care

Palmetto Health Quality Collaborative

Oct 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 2 months)

Developed and managed database user guides to support regulatory reporting and provider training. Coordinated data collection and reporting for clinical initiatives. Facilitated compliance training and implementation of clinical initiatives.

Data Collection

Data Coordinator - Quality Assurance

Mountain View Clinical Research

May 2013 - Oct 2014 (1 year 5 months)

Supported the study of clinical trials for a private healthcare organization. Collected and entered data for phase III clinical trials. Introduced a new method for managing medical records, improving multiple staff workflows.

Clinical Research Quality Assurance