Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Emily Behar is an experienced healthcare executive with a strong background in clinical operations and substance use/harm reduction programs. As the Vice President of Clinical Operations at Ophelia, she oversees the company's clinical service delivery, patient experience, and operational efficiency initiatives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Emily currently serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations at Ophelia, a leading provider of evidence-based addiction treatment services. In this role, she is responsible for managing the company's clinical operations, ensuring patient safety and optimal care delivery, and driving continuous process improvements to enhance the overall patient experience. Under her leadership, Ophelia has expanded its service offerings and achieved significant improvements in patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Emily held various leadership positions in the public health and non-profit sectors. As the Director of Clinical Operations at Ophelia, she played a pivotal role in streamlining the company's clinical workflows, implementing data-driven decision-making, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Earlier in her career, she served as the Deputy Director and Research Study Coordinator at the Center on Substance Use and Health, San Francisco Department of Public Health, where she contributed to the development and implementation of innovative harm reduction programs. Emily also gained valuable experience in program management and global health initiatives through her roles at Housing Works and the Open Society Foundations.
Academic Background
Emily holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of Pennsylvania, where she specialized in Health Behavior and Health Education. During her time at the university, she completed several research internships, including a field research project with the Guatemala Health Initiative, and a teaching role at the Riverside Correctional Facility.
Areas of Expertise
- Clinical operations management
- Substance use and harm reduction program design
- Healthcare quality improvement and patient experience optimization
- Data-driven decision-making and performance monitoring
- Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Emily has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive positive change in the healthcare industry. At Ophelia, she has overseen the expansion of the company's clinical services, leading to a 25% increase in patient enrollment and an 18% improvement in treatment completion rates. Additionally, she has spearheaded the implementation of a comprehensive patient feedback system, which has resulted in a 30% increase in patient satisfaction scores.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience in clinical operations, public health, and harm reduction, Emily Behar is a valuable asset to Ophelia and the healthcare industry as a whole. Her leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to evidence-based practices have positioned her as a respected expert in the field of addiction treatment and recovery.
