Chelsea Fielding
Manager, Service Line Finance | Ochsner Health | New Orleans, Louisiana
Professional Overview
Chelsea Fielding is an accomplished financial professional with over 8 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Manager of Service Line Finance at Ochsner Health, she oversees the financial management and reporting for multiple healthcare service lines, leveraging her expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, and strategic decision-making to drive operational efficiency and support the organization's growth.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Manager of Service Line Finance at Ochsner Health, Chelsea is responsible for the financial oversight and reporting of several key service lines within the organization. In this role, she collaborates closely with clinical and operational leaders to analyze financial performance, identify cost-savings opportunities, and implement strategies to improve the profitability and sustainability of the service lines. Chelsea has a demonstrated track record of driving positive financial outcomes, with her efforts contributing to a 12% increase in the overall operating margin of the service lines under her management over the past two years.
Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Chelsea held several progressive roles within Ochsner Health, starting as a Financial Analyst and then advancing to the role of Senior Financial Analyst. In these positions, she honed her skills in financial modeling, budgeting, and strategic planning, contributing to the implementation of a new budgeting system that improved the organization's financial forecasting and decision-making processes.
Before joining Ochsner Health, Chelsea gained valuable experience in the logistics and international trade industries, working as a Logistics Analyst and Account Manager at Livingston International. During this time, she developed a strong understanding of supply chain operations and financial management, skills that have proven invaluable in her current role in the healthcare sector.
Academic Background
Chelsea holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Loyola University New Orleans, with a concentration in Finance and Marketing. She is known for her academic excellence, having graduated summa cum laude and been recognized as a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.
Areas of Expertise
- Healthcare financial management and reporting
- Service line financial analysis and optimization
- Budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning
- Financial modeling and data visualization
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
- Process improvement and operational efficiency
Professional Impact
Chelsea's contributions have had a significant impact on the financial performance and strategic direction of Ochsner Health's service lines. Her leadership in implementing a new budgeting system has streamlined the organization's financial planning and reporting processes, enabling more informed decision-making and resource allocation. Additionally, her data-driven approach to financial analysis has led to the identification of cost-saving opportunities and the implementation of strategies that have resulted in a 10% reduction in operating expenses for the service lines under her management.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience in healthcare finance, proven track record of driving operational and financial improvements, and a strong commitment to collaboration and innovation, Chelsea Fielding is well-positioned to continue making valuable contributions to Ochsner Health's success. She is a strategic and results-oriented financial professional who is dedicated to supporting the organization's mission of providing high-quality, cost-effective healthcare to the communities it serves.
