Jamie L. Scarano
About Jamie L. Scarano
Jamie L. Scarano serves as the Human Resources Director at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, where she has worked since 2017. With a strong background in human resources and organizational change, she has held various leadership roles in the Greater Pittsburgh Area, including positions at UPMC and Wexford Health Sources.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Jamie L. Scarano has served as the Human Resources Director at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2017. In this role, Scarano focuses on enhancing the organizational culture through collaboration and team building. Scarano has implemented change management strategies aimed at improving the overall workplace environment. This position builds on previous experience in various human resources roles, allowing Scarano to leverage extensive knowledge in both division and shared service functions.
Previous Experience at UPMC
Before joining UPMC Children's Hospital, Scarano held multiple positions at UPMC. From 2005 to 2008, Scarano was the Director of Human Resources at UPMC CancerCenter. Following this role, Scarano served as the Director of Inclusion Strategy and Operations from 2008 to 2014. These positions contributed to Scarano's expertise in human resources and organizational development within the healthcare sector.
Education and Expertise
Scarano's educational background includes a Master's degree in Human Resource Management from St. Francis University. Additionally, Scarano earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Robert Morris University. Scarano also completed a Business Certificate in Leading Organizational Change from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania in 2012. This diverse educational foundation supports Scarano's expertise in human resources and organizational culture.
Consulting and Other Roles
In addition to roles at UPMC, Scarano worked as an Independent HR Consultant for a brief period in 2014. Prior to this, Scarano spent 13 years at Apria Healthcare as a Senior HR Representative and Human Resource Business Partner from 1992 to 2005. Scarano also held the position of Vice President of Human Resources at Wexford Health Sources from 2014 to 2017. These experiences have contributed to a well-rounded understanding of human resources across various organizations.
Focus on Organizational Culture
Scarano has a strong commitment to improving organizational culture through effective collaboration and team-building initiatives. This focus is evident in Scarano's roles, where implementing change management strategies has been a priority. Scarano's approach aims to foster a positive work environment that enhances employee engagement and overall organizational effectiveness.