Alison Mason
About Alison Mason
Alison Mason serves as the System Director of Professional Practice at CommonSpirit Health, bringing over 15 years of experience in clinical informatics. She has held various leadership roles in healthcare informatics and has been a national and international speaker on related topics.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Alison Mason has served as the System Director of Professional Practice at CommonSpirit Health since 2019. In this role, she provides leadership for the implementation of nursing post-acute models of care. Her focus is on promoting care transformation to enhance clinical efficiency, quality, and standardization within the organization. CommonSpirit Health operates with a mission to improve the health of the communities it serves, and Mason's contributions align with this goal.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Informatics
Prior to her current role, Alison Mason held several positions at Catholic Health Initiatives. She worked as the National Director of Quality Informatics from 2015 to 2019, where she oversaw quality initiatives across the organization. Additionally, she served as the Director of Care Continuum and Director of Clinical Quality Informatics during her tenure from 2013 to 2019. Earlier in her career, she was a Clinical Coordinator for Information Systems at Sky Ridge Medical Center from 2001 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Alison Mason holds a Master of Science in Healthcare Information Systems from the University of Colorado at Denver, which she completed from 2010 to 2012. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center between 1990 and 1992. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts from Trinity University, where she studied Art from 1973 to 1976. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in clinical informatics, which spans over 15 years.
Speaking Engagements and Contributions
Alison Mason is recognized as a national and international speaker on topics related to healthcare informatics and care model innovation. Her expertise in these areas allows her to share valuable insights and knowledge with peers in the healthcare industry. Through her speaking engagements, she contributes to the ongoing dialogue about advancements in healthcare practices and technology.