Shameka Grant
About Shameka Grant
Shameka Grant serves as the Director of Vendor Performance Management at EmblemHealth, where she has worked since 2021. With over a decade of experience in healthcare administration and a strong background in vendor management, she has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations.
Work at EmblemHealth
Shameka Grant currently holds the position of Director of Vendor Performance Management at EmblemHealth, a role she has occupied since 2021. Prior to this, she served as Manager of Vendor Contracts from 2011 to 2017, contributing to the organization's vendor management strategies for six years. Her experience at EmblemHealth highlights her expertise in overseeing vendor performance and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
Education and Expertise
Shameka Grant earned her Bachelor's degree in Health Services Administration from Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale, completing her studies from 2008 to 2011. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Health Service Administration from Walden University, studying from 2012 to 2014. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her extensive experience in healthcare administration and vendor management.
Background
Shameka Grant has over a decade of experience in the healthcare administration sector, with a focus on vendor management and performance. Her career includes various leadership roles across multiple healthcare organizations, showcasing her strategic planning skills and ability to manage vendor relationships effectively. She has transitioned from managerial positions to director-level roles, indicating significant career progression.
Previous Roles in Vendor Management
Before her current role at EmblemHealth, Shameka Grant held several key positions in vendor management. She worked as Director of Delegated Vendor Management at Elderplan Inc from 2017 to 2019, and as Director of Vendor Collections Management at Parallon from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she began her career in healthcare as a Claims Supervisor at Healthfirst from 2010 to 2011.
Leadership and Strategic Planning Skills
Throughout her career, Shameka Grant has demonstrated strong leadership and strategic planning skills in vendor management. Her roles have required her to oversee vendor performance, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations. This extensive experience positions her as a knowledgeable leader in the field of healthcare administration.