Joanna Gerlt, Mha, Otr/L, Cphq
About Joanna Gerlt, Mha, Otr/L, Cphq
Joanna Gerlt, MHA, OTR/L, CPHQ, is the Corporate Director of Regulatory Readiness at Scripps Health, with over 25 years of experience in healthcare and regulatory landscapes.
Title
Joanna Gerlt serves as the Corporate Director, Regulatory Readiness at Scripps Health. In this role, she oversees regulatory compliance and ensures continuous readiness across the healthcare system.
Professional Experience
Joanna Gerlt has over 25 years of experience in the healthcare and regulatory landscape. She started her career as a Senior Occupational Therapist / Advanced Clinician at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, where she worked from 1999 to 2006. She then held various leadership roles at the same organization, including Manager of Education Services and Staff Development, Manager of Patient Safety and Regulatory Accreditation - Quality, Director of Regulatory Accreditation/Readiness - Quality, and Clinical Educator of Ancillary Services.
SCRIPPS HOME HEALTH CARE
From 2017 to 2020, Joanna Gerlt served as the Director of Performance Outcomes and Risk at Scripps Home Health Care in the Greater San Diego Area. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing performance outcomes and managing risks within the home health care setting.
Educational Background
Joanna Gerlt earned her Master's Degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from Capella University, where she studied from 2010 to 2014. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Allied Health, Occupational Therapy from The University of Kansas, completed between 1991 and 1995.
Advocacy and Leadership
Known for her advocacy for kindness, equity, and inclusion in healthcare settings, Joanna Gerlt consistently strives to integrate quality of care, information management, and clinical practice. She is recognized for her ability to achieve unparalleled results by leading cross-functional teams and ensuring organizations meet high reliability standards set by regulatory bodies like TJC, CMS, and CDPH.