Laura Rodriguez
Primary Care Physician
Executive Summary & Candidate Overview
Laura is a trusted leader with extensive clinical experience and expertise in executive healthcare administration. With a Master of Public Administration complementing her medical background, she brings a unique blend of clinical insight and strategic acumen to her roles. Laura's leadership capabilities have been instrumental in overseeing large teams, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance in healthcare settings. Known for her ability to streamline processes and optimize efficiency, Laura is committed to driving organizational success and delivering exceptional patient care.
Accomplishments & KPIs
Laura has achieved significant milestones throughout her career, including:
Successfully administering multimillion-dollar budgets and leading more than 300 employees.
Overseeing healthcare services for United States Military Entrance Processing Command units, achieving standardization and compliance across the nation.
Implementing innovative processes to increase operational efficiency and reduce overhead costs.
Facilitating training sessions and professional development initiatives, enhancing employee morale and cohesion.
Work Experience
Primary Care Physician, Island Doctors - Florida (January 2023 to Present)
Provides clinical care and management of chronic disorders.
Offers preventive care services in a small-town clinic setting.
Senior Medical Officer, USMEPCOM (January 2017 to January 2023)
Oversaw evaluation and assessment of medical units.
Provided guidance to physicians and supervised over 300 employees.
Managed department budget and ensured compliance with regulations.
Chief Medical Officer, USMEPCOM - Miami, FL (January 2015 to December 2017)
Transformed office from non-compliance to compliance status.
Conducted training sessions for physicians and facilitated standardization of processes.
Chief Medical Officer, USMEPCOM - San Juan, PR (January 2013 to December 2015)
Conducted medical examinations for applicants from Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands.
Received MEPS award for Excellence of the year.
Primary Care Physician, Healthcare Ambulatory Services - Caguas, PR (January 2010 to December 2013)
Delivered urgent care services and managed acute and chronic illnesses.
Implemented cost-effective processes and ensured high-quality patient care.
Location and Travel
Open to: On-Site, Hybrid, and Remote Roles.
Remote Roles: Open to discussing remote opportunities based on the specific position and requirements.
Compensation Seeking: Open to Review Upon Booked Meeting.
Position Seeking: Executive healthcare administration roles, leadership positions in healthcare organizations, and faculty positions in medical education.
Education
Master of Public Administration in Healthcare Management, DeVry University/Keller Graduate School of Management
Doctor of Medicine, San Juan Bautista School of Medicine - Caguas, PR
Bachelor of Arts in Natural Sciences, University of Puerto Rico - Cayey, PR, US
