Teresa Watson
About Teresa Watson
Teresa Watson serves as the Director of Operations at Intermountain Health, where she focuses on enhancing caregiver effectiveness and driving community engagement. With a background in operations management at the United States Department of the Army, she brings extensive experience in strategic guidance and financial oversight within healthcare settings.
Work at Intermountain Healthcare
Teresa Watson has served as the Director of Operations at Intermountain Healthcare since 2022. In this role, she manages capacity strategy to enhance caregiver effectiveness across healthcare facilities. She oversees budgetary planning and financial oversight, ensuring that operations align with organizational goals. Watson utilizes key performance indicators (KPIs) and data reports to inform decision-making and measure performance. Her responsibilities also include implementing quality initiatives in collaboration with healthcare partners to improve service delivery.
Previous Experience at United States Department of the Army
Before joining Intermountain Healthcare, Teresa Watson worked at the United States Department of the Army for nine years as an Operations Manager and Senior Advisor from 2005 to 2014. She then transitioned to the role of Personnel Manager, where she served from 2014 to 2016. During her tenure, she focused on operational management and personnel strategies, contributing to the effectiveness of the department's operations.
Community Engagement and Revenue Growth
In her current role, Teresa Watson drives community engagement and revenue growth by prioritizing quality and efficiency in healthcare services. She collaborates closely with CEOs, Boards of Trustees, and senior managers to ensure that the operational strategies align with the strategic objectives of the organization. Her efforts are directed towards enhancing the overall effectiveness of healthcare delivery.
Operational Excellence and Staff Mentorship
Teresa Watson provides strategic guidance to a network of dispersed health clinics, focusing on achieving operational excellence. She emphasizes staff mentorship and the implementation of robust systems to improve healthcare operations. Her leadership aims to foster an environment where healthcare professionals can thrive and deliver high-quality care.
Facilities and IT Management in Healthcare
In her role as Director of Operations, Teresa Watson handles facilities and IT management to ensure seamless operations within healthcare settings. This includes overseeing the integration of technology and infrastructure that supports effective healthcare delivery. Her focus on operational efficiency contributes to the overall success of the healthcare facilities under her management.