• Developed and oversaw the operations of the Clinical Value Analysis program.• Facilitated the development of clinical product evaluation criteria and a product evaluation process through the Value Analysis Committee. • Planned for and facilitate Value Analysis team meetings. • Interacted with and present to NYU C-Suite, including Supply Chain executives, CMOs', CNOs', and Physicians.• Performed independent clinical research, develop clinical evaluation tools and clinical communication plans, develop clinical implementation plans, develop graphics, presentations and reports as appropriate to assist the Value Analysis Committee members in understanding methods and processes required to achieve measurable results.• Provided clinical subject matter expertise as well as an in-depth understanding of hospital operations.• Assisted the Value Analysis Committees in fully understanding the clinical implications, the appropriate stakeholders, the ease of conversion, the product evaluation criteria/process, and the clinical implementation considerations of the product/service category under review.• Established a streamlined method for evaluating clinical products, including physician preference products, with a goal of high levels of standardization and quality related to product/service selection and ultimately high levels of compliance with the resulting clinical and financial recommendation.• Provided educational programs to physicians and staff regarding supply reduction principles. • Researched and remained abreast of new products/technology, including cost and outcomes. • Compiled and analyzed financial, clinical, and operational data to present to the Value Analysis teams in the selection and implementation of cost-effective products, services and processes across the health system.

• Identified and quantified opportunities for the Cath Lab, EP Lab, Clinical Labs and Radiology.• On boarded Faculty Group Practices (FGPs) monthly, handled the transfer of capital assets and procurement of commodity and specialty products.• Worked closely with Clinical Engineering to source and benchmark items for capital purchases.• Established and maintained relationships with high level physicians in order to facilitate data driven initiatives. • Initiated sourcing projects by assessing clinical and financial needs.• Initiated new projects based on high spend product categories, potential for savings, upcoming contract expirations, supplier impacts and capital requests. • Validated policies and practices to drive compliance among hospital departments.• Defined sourcing strategies that optimized value in light of end user needs and market conditions.

Served as VP of Membership from 2012-2015

• Developed and sold customized solutions to senior level/C-suite executives at various healthcare institutions.• Participated in members’ departmental meetings and strategic planning sessions.• Identified and presented opportunities to members/clients to enhance usage of Intalere contracts to achieve their cost reduction and standardization goals.• Utilized Intalere’s analytical tools to conduct analyses of members’ current spend down to the item level detail.• Captured data pertaining to but not limited to number of new contracts, financial impacts, challenges, barriers to success, status of audits being performed, etc.• Communicated with distributors and suppliers on regular basis to address new opportunities, pricing issues, delivery issues, etc.• Prepared data for Business Reviews and presented to members.

• Established Value Analysis process and built 5 committees by working directly with physicians, nurses and administration.• Validated and documented savings from Value Analysis initiatives, contract negotiations and rebates.• Managed and ensured adherence of pipeline document of initiatives and savings.• Evaluated product selection and utilization focused on evidence-based clinical outcomes, quality, service, reimbursement, and total cost resulting from the collaboration of high engaged physicians, care givers and management. • Performed data analytics to identify initiatives based on best practice clinical and financial goals, alongside teams of nurse managers and analysts. • Increased physician participation and accountability in the supply chain process of decision making by directly establishing relationships with physicians, nurses, surgeons and hospital administration.

• Managed Value Analysis projects and operational functions for the Supply Chain Department covering 14,000 acute-care beds resulting in savings of $24MM in 2 years on a spend of $540MM annually.• Evaluated product selection and utilization focused on evidence-based clinical outcomes, quality, service, reimbursement, and total cost resulting from the collaboration of high engaged physicians, care givers and management. • Performed data analytics to identify initiatives based on best practice clinical and financial goals, alongside teams of nurse managers and analysts. • Increased physician participation and accountability in the supply chain process of decision making by establishing relationships with physicians, nurses, surgeons and hospital administration. • Areas of expertise include: CRM devices, Peripheral Stents, Mesh, Spine, Trauma, and Instrument Repair. • Project Lead on the Product Implementation Team, generated and monitored the progress of goals and deadlines through completion. Coordinated and conducted vendor fairs and trials, evaluations and education. • Sourcing experience with all play negotiations, RFPs, Group Buys, Reverse Auctions, Industry Benchmarking and Standardization of products. • Designed, implemented and launched Continuum’s first intranet page for the Procurement department.• Developed a Product Request form allowing hospital personnel to request products through Value Analysis.

•Communicated and executed all order processing functions for Operating Room and Cath Labs•Composed purchase orders with Oracle database system and transmitted via phone, GHX, email and fax.•Reviewed and inputted capital requisitions accordingly with continuous vendor compliance. •Remained informed of all new developments relative to materials and supplies in the OR and Cath Lab and made recommendations designed to reduce costs and improve processes. •In conjunction with the Contract Administrator, communicated with suppliers for quotations, handled negotiations with suppliers on conflicts or questions on price, and specifications.•Designed and implemented template used by buyers to organize their confirmation of orders.

•An active participant in C-suite operational meetings including, interviews and conferences. •Researched and compiled prospective client’s data into briefs for executive employee’s reference.

•Was responsible for assuring that patient’s dietary needs are met both calorically and nutritionally to provide patient satisfaction and dietary efficiency. •Performed meal preparation and delivery; ensuring a more positive dining experience for the patient by demonstrating timeliness and individualized care.

•Monitored the compliance for vendor registration and meetings through a program called Vendormate (provides credentialing and compliance solutions for hospitals, which gives them the control and insight they need). •Executed improving the compliance rate of vendors entering the hospital through Vendormate.

•Prepped, scanned, indexed and performed quality control and assurance production on client’s documents which aided them in implementing their EMR systems.