Katrina Sanford
About Katrina Sanford
Katrina Sanford is an Executive Leader of Population Health Technology Operations at CommonSpirit Health, where she has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in business analysis and project management, she has held various roles in organizations such as American Express and Dignity Health.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Katrina Sanford has served as the Executive Leader of Population Health Technology Operations at CommonSpirit Health since 2019. In this role, she designs and implements business strategies, plans, and procedures that align with the organization's objectives. She oversees customer support processes to enhance customer satisfaction and manages a team of Business/Data Analysts focused on clinical quality networks and data management. Her leadership in this position reflects her commitment to improving health outcomes through effective technology operations.
Previous Experience in Healthcare and Business Analysis
Before her current role, Katrina Sanford worked at Dignity Health as a Program Manager in Cybersecurity from 2017 to 2018. She also held the position of Lead Business Solutions Analyst IV at Dignity Health from 2013 to 2019. Her earlier experience includes working as a Lead Business Systems Analyst at McKesson from 2010 to 2012 and as a Senior Business Analyst at Republic Services from 2012 to 2013. These roles contributed to her extensive background in business analysis and healthcare operations.
Technical Skills and Development Experience
Katrina Sanford possesses hands-on development experience in various programming languages, including Java, HTML, C, C++, SQL, SQL Plus, and ASP. This technical expertise complements her analytical skills and enhances her ability to mentor and develop team skills in eliciting and documenting quality business requirements and user stories. Her extensive experience in the Business System Analyst role exceeds 15,000 hours, showcasing her proficiency in this field.
Education and Academic Background
Katrina Sanford earned her Master of Science in Computer Science from Arizona State University, where she studied from 1992 to 1993. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics from Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge, studying from 1985 to 1991. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in technology and business analysis.
Project Management Experience
In addition to her business analysis skills, Katrina Sanford has accumulated over 9,600 hours of experience in Project Management. This experience has equipped her with the ability to lead projects effectively and ensure that they align with organizational goals. Her project management skills are integral to her roles in various organizations, particularly in the healthcare sector.