Karin (Needham) Jay

Experience

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  The University of Michigan Hospitals

  Sept 1985 - Apr 1989

  Assistant to the Administrator, Department of Hematology/Oncologyy

  Investigated the clinical responsibilities of the department in the context of the division of internal medicine. Compiled and analyzed oncology protocol information. Supported Division Administrator.

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  The Joint Commission

  Apr 1989 - Oct 1994

  Manager, Survey Validation

  Built a highly effective team of 14 accreditation analysts. Responsible for production of The Joint Commission’s accreditation decisions. Led multi-departmental improvement teams to improve the clinical review process for accreditation decisions. Hired and trained new analysts. Contributed to publications related to accreditation process.

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  Joint Commission Resources/Joint Commission International

  Apr 1994 - Jun 2011

  Identified and prioritized strategic opportunities and alliances, especially in the international arena with Joint Commission International. Established and cultivated relationships with key international health care leaders and stakeholders. Facilitated mutidisciplinary meetings, presented to executive level health care leaders and board members. Managed Regional Advisory Councils in Europe, the Middle East and North–Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions. Managed a number of Joint Commission International long term projects, such as contracts with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the United States Peace Corps, and most recently leading JCI’s work with the World Health Organization as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Patient Safety. Show less

  • Director, Strategic Initiatives

    Feb 2009 - Jun 2011

  • Director, Corporate Development

    Mar 2007 - Feb 2009

  • Special Assistant to the CEO

    Mar 2006 - Feb 2009

  • International Project Manager

    Apr 1994 - Mar 2006
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  Planetree International

  Jun 2011 - Oct 2023

  Directs all international activities for Planetree, including interface with partner offices located in The Netherlands, Brazil, Quebec, Chile and Germany. Supports the expanding network of Planetree Affiliates internationally, located in 23 different countries. Provides consultation to key stakeholders on the implementation of Planetree’s relationship-centered model of care and international designation and recognition programs.

  • Senior Vice President, Global Services

    Apr 2019 - Oct 2023

  • Vice President, Global Services

    Jul 2018 - Oct 2023

  • Senior Director, International Business Development and Operations

    Jun 2011 - Jul 2018
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  Global Healthcare Accreditation

  Oct 2023 - now

  President of Global Strategy