Lisa Jackson

Chief Financial Officer, Makovicka Physical Therapy

Professional Overview
Lisa Jackson is an experienced financial leader with a proven track record of driving operational excellence and strategic growth within the healthcare industry. As the Chief Financial Officer of Makovicka Physical Therapy, she is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, planning, and reporting to support the organization's continued expansion and profitability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer of Makovicka Physical Therapy since May 2019, Lisa is accountable for the company's financial strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance. She has played a pivotal role in optimizing the organization's revenue cycle processes, implementing robust budgeting and forecasting systems, and leading the finance team to achieve sustainable growth targets.

Under Lisa's financial leadership, Makovicka Physical Therapy has successfully expanded its service offerings and opened new clinics, resulting in a 25% increase in revenue over the past two years. She has also implemented data-driven analytical tools to enhance operational efficiency and informed decision-making across the organization.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Lisa held various leadership positions within Makovicka Physical Therapy, serving as the Director of Finance from 2015 to 2019 and the Director of Billing/Director of Revenue Cycle Management from 2013 to 2015. In these roles, she spearheaded the implementation of electronic medical record (EMR) systems, streamlined billing processes, and reduced account receivables by 18%.

Before joining Makovicka Physical Therapy, Lisa gained valuable experience in the medical laboratory industry, holding positions in revenue cycle management and account management at Viracor-IBT Laboratories from 2007 to 2013.

Academic Background
Lisa holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where she graduated with distinction. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and maintains memberships with the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Nebraska Society of CPAs.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Revenue cycle optimization

• Risk management and regulatory compliance

• Strategic decision-making

• Healthcare industry knowledge

• Leadership and team management

Professional Impact
During her tenure as Chief Financial Officer, Lisa has played a pivotal role in securing a $10 million line of credit to fund Makovicka Physical Therapy's expansion plans, which have resulted in the opening of three new clinics and the acquisition of a smaller regional competitor. Additionally, she has spearheaded the implementation of a business intelligence platform, enabling the finance team to provide real-time, data-driven insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Conclusion
With her extensive financial expertise, strategic mindset, and healthcare industry knowledge, Lisa Jackson is a valuable asset to Makovicka Physical Therapy. As the organization continues to grow and evolve, she is well-positioned to lead the finance function and contribute to the company's long-term success.