Kristen Kaps
About Kristen Kaps
Kristen Kaps serves as the Analytics Director at Health Catalyst, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in healthcare analytics, having previously held positions at various organizations, and holds dual degrees in business and healthcare administration from the University of Utah.
Current Role at Health Catalyst
Kristen Kaps serves as the Analytics Director at Health Catalyst, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees analytics initiatives aimed at improving healthcare outcomes. Her responsibilities include leading data-driven projects and collaborating with various teams to enhance the efficiency of healthcare systems. Kristen's experience in analytics is pivotal to her current role, as she applies her background in data analysis to identify and address inefficiencies within healthcare.
Previous Experience at Health Catalyst
Before her current position, Kristen worked at Health Catalyst as a Senior Analytics Engineer from 2018 to 2020. During her tenure, she contributed to the development of analytical solutions that support healthcare providers in making informed decisions. Her work involved utilizing her analytical skills to enhance data interpretation and reporting processes, which are essential for improving healthcare delivery.
Educational Background
Kristen Kaps holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) and a Master's Degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from the University of Utah, where she studied from 2015 to 2017. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Health Services Administration from Clemson University, completing her studies from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, she studied Spanish Language and Literature at Universidad San Ignacio de Loyola in 2012. Currently, she is pursuing dual degrees as an MBA/MHA candidate at the University of Utah, focusing on integrating various layers of healthcare.
Diverse Healthcare Experience
Kristen has a broad background in the healthcare industry, having worked in various roles that include research, public policy, and hospital departments. Her previous positions include working as a Research Assistant at the University of Utah and as a Business Intelligence Intern at University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics. She also served as a Consultant at nThrive and held administrative roles at AnMed Health and Sutter Physician Services. This diverse experience equips her with a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare landscape.
Inspiration for Healthcare Career
Kristen's decision to pursue a career in healthcare was influenced by her personal experiences with inefficient and impersonal healthcare systems during her youth. This motivation drives her commitment to improving healthcare delivery and patient experiences through data analysis and strategic initiatives. Her focus on identifying inefficiencies in the healthcare system is rooted in her belief that both qualitative and quantitative data analysis are essential for driving meaningful change.