Bradley Lowery
Cookeville
Summary
Talented Healthcare Executive highly successful at motivating teams and streamlining operations. Analytical problem solver with talent for thinking outside of the box for creative solutions. Dynamic communicator passionate about establishing culture that promotes high-level patient care that is both financially viable and quality driven in an ever-changing healthcare environment. Quick learner with an innate ability in job completion and task orientation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Administrative Officer
Ascension Saint Thomas
Sparta, TN
12.2024 - Current
- Oversaw budget preparation and resource allocation to support departmental priorities effectively.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas ensuring operational rigor and resource optimization.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop long-term strategies for sustained growth and success.
- Developed and nurtured strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including physicians, board members, community members, and government agencies, fostering a supportive network for organizational growth.
- Implemented and monitored organizational plans and developed goals and strategies to address prioritized issues.
- Improved employee engagement levels by fostering a positive work environment through effective leadership practices.
Administrator
Atmore Community Hospital
Atmore, AL
05.2021 - 12.2024
- Organized, directed, and coordinated medical and health services according to organizational policies and goals.
- Recruited and hired a variety of provider staff including a primary physician, several nurse practitioners, a CRNA, and a general surgeon.
- Operated as primary contact during the planning, design, and construction of a fully functioning urgent care.
- Implemented innovative healthcare initiatives including tele-specialty program in collaboration with large academic health system to improve financial performance, enhance quality of care, and improve community/patient perception.
- Developed and nurtured strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including physicians, board members, community members, and government agencies, fostering a supportive network for organizational growth.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and financial management within the healthcare industry, resulting in improved operational efficiency and cost savings
- Sourced and wrote grants totaling nearly $4 million in capital in conjunction with local counsel and congressional representation.
- Overall executive and operational management of 230 employees spanning a 49-bed acute care hospital, 3 pr
Director of Operations
Atmore Community Hospital
Atmore, AL
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Operation and administrative management of all physician clinics and all non clinical hospital departments.
- Served as the primary liaison with both employed and contracted Medical Staff.
- Coordinated physician recruitment and retention strategies.
- Promoted financial management and offer operational insight of the hospital in coordination with the Chief Financial Officer.
- Initiated, developed, and maintained cooperative relationships with the business community and regional healthcare providers.
- Navigated a transition from a management agreement with a tertiary health system, converting to a new EMR, and the COVID-19 pandemic
Physician Practice Manager II
Atmore Community Hospital, Infirmary Health System
Atmore, AL
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to ensure clinic efficiency that operates within budget.
- Actively sought revenue boosting opportunities that are fiscally responsible to the clinic and develop a workflow that efficiently implements them.
- Collaborated with physicians and mid-levels to understand clinical style in order to better execute workflow strategies that meet expectations.
- Acted as a physician liaison to senior level management to ensure that senior executives are aware of relevant clinician concerns.
- Collaborated with senior level management to analyze financials, identifying areas of improvement and trends that may arise to lead to a more informed budget and catch/mitigate areas of concern early.
Teacher /Assistant Coach
Northview High School
Bratt, FL
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Collaborated with the math department team to develop strategies that most effectively create an atmosphere for student growth and learning.
- Developed an educational plan that efficiently teaches standards necessary for student success on standardized testing.
- Developed fundamental algebraic skills critical to success in future mathematics courses.
- Collaborated with administration on educational strategies that embody rigor, necessary for a continued high level of student engagement.
- Established opportunity for parent engagement in their student’s coursework through technological avenues such as Google Classroom.
Teacher /Assistant Coach
Escambia County High School
Atmore, AL
11.2015 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to discuss student interest as it pertains to academia.
- Monitored student behavior and redirect students to allow for most efficient learning environment.
- Frequently discussed grades and school behavior with parents in an attempt to direct students on a successful path.
- Calculated grades based on varying weights for each student.
- Set examples of how to most effectively operate in society by developing classroom and field regulations and abiding by them in an unbiased manner.
Education
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Physical Activity And Health
Auburn University
Auburn, AL08-2014
Skills
- Physician Engagement
- Financial Analytics
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Microsoft and Google Applications
Timeline
Chief Administrative Officer
Ascension Saint Thomas
12.2024 - Current
Administrator
Atmore Community Hospital
05.2021 - 12.2024
Director of Operations
Atmore Community Hospital
12.2019 - 05.2021
Physician Practice Manager II
Atmore Community Hospital, Infirmary Health System
10.2018 - 12.2019
Teacher /Assistant Coach
Northview High School
08.2016 - 10.2018
Teacher /Assistant Coach
Escambia County High School
11.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Health Care Administration
The University of West Florida
Bachelor of Science - Physical Activity And Health
Auburn University
Expertise
- Change Management - experience navigating a variety of organizational changes, including management agreements, EMR transitions, and new facilities.
- Financial Analytics - ability to not only analyze current operations, but also to conduct in depth, accurate analysis on new service lines.
- Revenue Cycle - significant knowledge of healthcare revenue cycle, specifically with acute care hospitals and provider based rural health clinics.
- Physician Recruitment and Retention - proven success at multi specialty recruitment and physician alignment.
- Culture Development - ability to develop cultures of safety and team driven patient-centered care.