Kristen Esposito
About Kristen Esposito
Kristen Esposito serves as the Director of Operations for Pediatric Ophthalmology at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, a position she has held since 2022. She has a background in health policy and administration, with previous roles at Cerner Corporation and St. Clair Hospital.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Kristen Esposito has served as the Director of Operations for Pediatric Ophthalmology at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2022. In this role, she oversees the operational aspects of the pediatric ophthalmology department, ensuring efficient processes and high-quality patient care. Her position is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she has contributed to the hospital's mission of providing specialized medical services to children.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Esposito holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Policy and Administration from Penn State University, which she completed from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Duquesne University Palumbo Donahue School of Business, graduating in 2022. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in healthcare management and policy.
Professional Background
Before her current role, Kristen Esposito gained diverse experience in healthcare operations. She worked as a Senior Configuration Analyst at Cerner Corporation from 2014 to 2018. She also held various positions, including Office Manager and Physician Practice Manager at St. Clair Hospital, and completed internships at UPMC and Sentara Healthcare. These roles have contributed to her expertise in healthcare administration and operations.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Kristen Esposito's career in healthcare began with internships, including a position as an Administrative Intern at BLAIR MEDICAL ASSOCIATES and as a Renal-Electrolyte Administrative Intern at UPMC. These early experiences provided her with foundational knowledge in healthcare operations. Following her internships, she transitioned to more senior roles, including her tenure as Office Manager and Physician Practice Manager at St. Clair Hospital.