Jeremy Peoples, MBA
About Jeremy Peoples, MBA
Jeremy Peoples, MBA, is the Director of Ambulatory Surgery Operations at Scripps Mercy in California. He has a diverse background in healthcare management and has received recognition for his contributions to the field.
Current Role at Scripps Health
Jeremy Peoples currently serves as the Director of Ambulatory Surgery Operations at Scripps Mercy in California, United States. In his current role, he has successfully implemented a new electronic health record system to streamline patient data management. Under his leadership, his team has reduced surgical wait times by 20%. Peoples has also developed a comprehensive training program for new surgical staff, ensuring high standards in patient care and operational efficiency.
Past Experience as CEO at Outpatient Surgery Center of La Jolla
Jeremy Peoples was the CEO at the Outpatient Surgery Center of La Jolla from 2017 to 2021. Based in La Jolla, California, he led the center for four years. During his tenure, he managed various operational aspects, focusing on optimizing surgical procedures and enhancing patient care. His leadership was instrumental in navigating the center through various challenges and setting a precedent for future operational standards.
Early Career in Healthcare
Jeremy Peoples has extensive experience in the healthcare field, beginning with his role as a Hospital Corpsman in the US Navy from 2005 to 2009, stationed at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. He then worked as a Surgical Technologist at Tri-City Medical Center from 2009 to 2010 in Oceanside, CA. Following this, he held the position of Materials/Facilities Manager at the Outpatient Surgery Center of La Jolla (Sutter Healthcare) from 2010 to 2017, where he managed resources and facilities for the center.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Jeremy Peoples holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from the University of Phoenix, completed in 2015. He also attained a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Physiology and Neuroscience from the University of California, San Diego, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. These qualifications have equipped him with a robust understanding of both the operational and clinical aspects of healthcare management.
Achievements and Contributions
Throughout his career, Jeremy Peoples has made notable contributions to the field of healthcare. He received the 'Healthcare Leadership Award' in 2022 for his outstanding performance in ambulatory surgery operations. He has published an article on improving surgical outcomes in the Journal of Ambulatory Care Management and regularly speaks at the California Ambulatory Surgery Association's annual conference. Additionally, he mentors healthcare administration students through the University of Phoenix alumni network, contributing to the development of the next generation of healthcare professionals.