Eric (Rick) Zehr
About Eric (Rick) Zehr
Eric (Rick) Zehr serves as the Vice President of Government Relations at VirtuSense, where he focuses on enhancing clinical and financial performance. He has extensive experience in healthcare management and education, having held various leadership roles over a career spanning several decades.
Current Role at VirtuSense
Eric Zehr currently serves as the Vice President of Government Relations at VirtuSense, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing strategies that align with government policies and regulations. His work aims to enhance the company's standing in the healthcare sector and improve its interactions with government entities.
Previous Experience at VirtuSense
Before his current role, Eric Zehr worked as the General Manager for Long Term Care at VirtuSense from 2019 to 2022. During this time, he was responsible for overseeing operations and implementing strategic business plans that improved both clinical and financial outcomes for the organization.
Education and Expertise
Eric Zehr holds a Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Psychology from Illinois State University, where he studied from 1984 to 1987. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University, completing his studies from 1980 to 1984. His educational background supports his expertise in healthcare management and strategic planning.
Long-Term Academic Involvement
Eric Zehr served as Adjunct Faculty at Bradley University from 2002 to 2020. In this capacity, he contributed to the education of students in the Peoria, Illinois area, sharing his knowledge and experience in psychology and healthcare management over an 18-year period.
Leadership in Healthcare Organizations
Throughout his career, Eric Zehr has established a reputation for transforming nonprofit healthcare organizations into national thought leaders. He emphasizes transparent and accountable leadership, which has contributed to the success and recognition of the organizations he has been involved with.