Sarah Hodgson
About Sarah Hodgson
Sarah Hodgson is a Safety Management Professional specializing in caregiver safety and the environment of care. With extensive experience in healthcare and project management, she has held various roles in organizations such as SCL Health and Intermountain Health, and has a strong academic background in biomedical sciences and education.
Current Role at Intermountain Health
Sarah Hodgson currently works at Intermountain Health as a Safety Management Professional, focusing on Caregiver Safety and the Environment of Care. She has held this position since 2024 and is based in Wheat Ridge. In her role, she is responsible for ensuring safety protocols are effectively implemented and maintained within the organization.
Previous Experience at SCL Health
Prior to her current role, Hodgson worked at SCL Health in various capacities. She served as a Performance Improvement Specialist and Project Manager at Lutheran Medical Center from 2017 to 2019. Following that, she was a Program Manager for Quality and Safety Resources from 2019 to 2021. Her experiences at SCL Health contributed to her expertise in safety management and performance improvement.
Educational Background
Hodgson has a solid educational background in the sciences and education. She earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change Specialization from Colorado State University from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences with a focus on Human and Molecular Genetics from The University of Texas Health Science Center, completed between 2009 and 2011. She also obtained a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Bioengineering, and Life Sciences from Colorado School of Mines from 2004 to 2009.
Volunteer Experience and Community Involvement
Hodgson has a history of community involvement and volunteer work. She volunteered with the American Cancer Society for 14 years, participating in the Relay for Life of West Metro Denver. Additionally, she held a volunteer role as Director of the PMI Mile Hi Mentoring Program from 2018 to 2019. Her commitment to helping others extends to her interests in event management and planning.
Professional Interests and Skills
Hodgson has a keen interest in healthcare innovation and improvement, particularly in the areas of employee health and well-being. She identifies as a 'project management nerd' and is enthusiastic about utilizing spreadsheets for organizational tasks. Her passion for helping people navigate organizational change is complemented by her desire to foster joy, humor, and creativity in the workplace.