Melissa Picone
About Melissa Picone
Melissa Picone serves as the Director of Financial Planning & Analysis at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, where she has worked since 2019. With extensive experience in healthcare finance, she has held various roles in financial management and analysis since 2005.
Work at The MetroHealth System
Melissa Picone has held multiple roles at The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio. She has served as the Finance Director for Hospital Operations and Ambulatory Operations since 2015, accumulating nine years of experience in this position. In 2019, she transitioned to the role of Director of Financial Planning & Analysis, where she has worked for five years. Her responsibilities include overseeing financial strategies and ensuring effective financial management within the organization.
Previous Experience in Healthcare Finance
Prior to her current roles at The MetroHealth System, Melissa Picone worked at Cleveland Clinic. She served as a Department Manager IV for five months in 2015 and as a Finance Manager from 2011 to 2015, totaling four years in that capacity. Additionally, she was a Senior Financial Analyst at Cleveland Clinic from 2008 to 2011 for three years. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Business Analyst at The MetroHealth System from 2006 to 2008 and as an Accountant from 2005 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Melissa Picone holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Cleveland State University, which she completed from 2001 to 2002. She also earned a Master’s Degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from Strayer University between 2004 and 2006. Her undergraduate education includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance from Providence College, completed from 1997 to 2001. She possesses expertise in data analysis specifically tailored to healthcare management and has a strong background in business process improvement within the healthcare industry.
Demonstrated History in Healthcare Industry
Melissa Picone has a demonstrated history of working in the hospital and healthcare industry, focusing on financial planning and analysis. Her extensive experience spans various roles that have contributed to her understanding of financial operations within healthcare settings. This background equips her with the knowledge necessary to implement effective financial strategies and improve business processes in healthcare management.