Jigar Patel
About Jigar Patel
Jigar Patel serves as the Director of Business Development at Aya Locums, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in healthcare business development, having previously worked at Quest Healthcare Solutions and Jackson Healthcare, among others.
Current Role at Aya Locums
Jigar Patel serves as the Director of Business Development at Aya Locums, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships within the healthcare staffing industry. His experience in business development is instrumental in enhancing Aya Locums' market presence and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Quest Healthcare Solutions
Prior to joining Aya Locums, Jigar Patel worked at Quest Healthcare Solutions as the Managing Director from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure, he focused on improving business strategies and operational processes in the Greater Atlanta Area. His leadership contributed to the company's growth and success in the competitive healthcare market.
Experience at Jackson Healthcare
Jigar Patel was a Business Consultant at Jackson Healthcare from 2014 to 2019. In this role, he provided insights and strategies to optimize business operations. His work in the Greater Atlanta Area helped enhance the company's service offerings and client relationships.
Educational Background
Jigar Patel studied at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on finance and marketing from 1994 to 1998. His education provided a strong foundation in business principles, which he has applied throughout his career in healthcare and business development.
Early Career in Physician Recruitment
Jigar Patel began his career in healthcare recruitment as a Physician Recruiter at Merritt Hawkins from 2004 to 2006 and later at Resurrection Health Care from 2011 to 2013. These roles allowed him to develop expertise in talent acquisition and workforce planning within the healthcare sector.