Kara Reynolds
About Kara Reynolds
Kara Reynolds is a Project Manager with extensive experience in healthcare management and clinical operations. She currently works at Yale University, having previously held various roles at Bridgeport Hospital and Yale-New Haven Hospital.
Current Role at Yale University
Kara Reynolds has been serving as a Project Manager at Yale University since 2023. In this role, she is involved in managing various projects within the institution, leveraging her expertise in healthcare management. Her position allows her to work remotely, providing her with flexibility while contributing to the university's objectives.
Experience in Healthcare Management
Reynolds has a comprehensive background in healthcare management, having worked in various roles at Bridgeport Hospital and Yale-New Haven Hospital. Her positions included Central Scheduling Coordinator, Administrative Assistant to the Director of Clinical Services, and Manager of Outpatient Registration. This experience has equipped her with strong skills in business process improvement and software documentation related to healthcare.
Educational Background
Kara Reynolds holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Interpersonal and Relational Communication from Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied from 2005 to 2008. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Communication from Fairfield University, completing her studies from 2010 to 2012. This academic foundation supports her professional roles in communication and project management.
Clinical Operations Management
Since 2016, Reynolds has worked as a Clinical Operations Manager at Yale School of Medicine. In this capacity, she oversees clinical operations, ensuring efficient processes and effective communication within the healthcare setting. Her previous experience as a Consultant at Yale School of Medicine from 2017 to 2023 has further strengthened her expertise in clinical operations.
Internship and Early Career
Kara Reynolds began her career in healthcare with an internship at Bridgeport Hospital as a Patient Relations Intern in 2007. Following this, she held various positions at the hospital, including Central Scheduling Coordinator and Administrative Assistant. These early roles provided her with foundational experience in patient relations and healthcare operations.