R.J. Salus
About R.J. Salus
R.J. Salus serves as the Senior Director of Employee Experience at Synaptics Incorporated, bringing over fifteen years of expertise in enhancing organizational resiliency and fostering a culture of belonging. Previously, he held various leadership roles in employee and patient experience at organizations such as Vocera Communications and Scripps Health.
Current Role at Synaptics
R.J. Salus serves as the Senior Director of Employee Experience at Synaptics Incorporated. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the overall employee experience within the organization. His responsibilities include developing strategies and programs that foster a culture of belonging and support employee engagement. Salus has been with Synaptics since 2022 and continues to contribute to the company's mission of creating a positive workplace environment.
Previous Experience at Vocera Communications
Prior to his current position, R.J. Salus worked at Vocera Communications as the Director of Employee Experience from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure, he was responsible for implementing initiatives aimed at improving employee satisfaction and engagement. He also held the position of Executive Director of the Experience Innovation Network at Vocera from 2016 to 2021, where he focused on enhancing organizational practices related to employee experience.
Background in Patient Experience
R.J. Salus has a significant background in patient experience, having held various leadership roles at Scripps Health. He served as the Director of Patient Experience from 2012 to 2014 and as the Director of Quality Data Analysis from 2011 to 2012. Additionally, he was the Director of Patient Experience at El Camino Hospital from 2014 to 2016. His work in these roles involved developing programs to improve patient satisfaction and care quality.
Educational Qualifications
R.J. Salus holds multiple advanced degrees. He earned a Master of Public Health and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from San Diego State University, where he studied from 2000 to 2003. He also obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completing his studies from 1994 to 1997. His educational background supports his expertise in employee and patient experience.
Expertise in Organizational Development
With over fifteen years of experience, R.J. Salus specializes in enhancing organizational resiliency through insight generation and strategic program development. He is adept at creating structures that allow both employees and patients to thrive. His focus on restoring the human connection at work is a central theme in his career, reflecting his commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging environment.