Jessica Addison
About Jessica Addison
Jessica Addison serves as the Outreach Operations Manager of Specimen Processing and Phlebotomy at Atlantic Health System, where she has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in healthcare management and phlebotomy, she oversees a large team and leads various community initiatives.
Work at Atlantic Health System
Jessica Addison has held multiple positions at Atlantic Health System since 2014. She currently serves as the Outreach Operations Manager of Specimen Processing and Phlebotomy, a role she has occupied since 2019. In this capacity, she oversees over 100 direct reports, including 6 Leads, 85 Phlebotomists, and 25 Clinical Lab Assistants. Prior to this, she worked as the Coordinator of Central Receiving and Pathology from 2017 to 2023 and as the Lead Phlebotomy Outreach Team from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she served as the Outreach Phlebotomy Supervisor for one year in 2016-2017.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Addison holds a Bachelor's degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from California State University - East Bay. She furthered her education by earning a Master's degree in the same field from the University of Scranton, which she completed in 2020. Additionally, she has an Associate's degree in Health Science from Merritt College. Her expertise includes Phlebotomy, Diagnostics, Oncology, and Anatomic Pathology.
Background
Before joining Atlantic Health System, Jessica Addison worked as a phlebotomist at John Muir Health from 2009 to 2013 and at Aerotek from 2007 to 2009. Her extensive background in phlebotomy and health care administration has equipped her with the skills necessary to manage large teams and oversee operational processes effectively.
Achievements
In her current role, Jessica Addison defines and implements marketing and communications initiatives that enhance the corporate identity and brand of Atlantic Health System. She leads community-based campaigns aimed at supporting diverse populations, including patients with autism, and has played a significant role in implementing COVID-19 response plans. Additionally, she guides collaborations with industry partners to explore emerging technologies and develops business models to strengthen relationships and partnerships.