Camille Rapaport

Experience

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  Long Marine Laboratory

  May 2001 - Jan 2004

  Animal Trainer

  • Implementation of operant training techniques in the conditioning and maintenance of medical, research and exercise behaviors.• Husbandry, handling and environmental enrichment for exotic birds.• Participation in the collection of voluntary blood samples, metabolic and morphometrics measurements, and sonogram images for a research project comparing the reproductive physiologies of California sea lions and Steller sea lions.• Provision of environment enrichment for all animals.• Preparation of animals diets as well as the administration of vitamins and medication.• Analysis of water samples for determination of chlorine, pH and coliform levels.• Processing of blood and gastric samples for laboratory analysis.• Participation in formal and informal demonstrations of animal behavior for public tours and school groups.• Participation in summer marine science programs, where children ages 9-14 learn how animals are trained to voluntarily participate in the data collection process to provide critical information concerning the conservation of wild species.• Training of new staff on animal husbandry techniques.• Management of junior staff in terms of completion of daily tasks and initiation of new projects.• Supervision of junior trainers during training sessions and provision of critical feedback after sessions.• Completion of a lecture series concerning the physiological principles driving operant training techniques.• Completion of a senior thesis entitled Caloric Intake and Corresponding Weight Changes of Lactating and Pregnant California Sea Lions, Zalophus californianus.• Experience in herding and restraining wild animals for medical procedures. Show less

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  Medical Imaging Center of Southern California

  Aug 2004 - Jul 2008

  Administrator

  • Overseeing multiple departments and managing over 20 employees.• Ensuring quality control of electronic medical records.• Scheduling multiple-modality radiology procedures with patients and doctors.• Preparing weekly reports on modality efficiency and turn-around time.• Creation of protocols to reduce scan time for all MRI exams.• Managing both technologists and radiologists by creating schedules and various job duties.• Creating collateral material to be distributed to referring doctors and patients.• Assisting patients with scheduling, confirming appointments, verifying insurance benefits and greeting patients on arrival.• Development of budget and timelines for the creation of a highly successful Women’s Imaging Department.• Increased revenues for breast MRI by over 300% in 2007 through directed marketing and patient education.• Created protocols all aspects of surgery from scheduling of patient, recovery and handling of specimens for pathology. Show less

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  Westside Health Enterprises

  Jul 2008 - Jan 2014

  Clinic Administrator

  • Developed comprehensive Procedure and Policy manual.• Creation and implementation of focused marketing plan for referring physicians.• Creation and maintenance of inventory and Cost of Goods Sold Analysis.• Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly profit and loss statements.• Managing schedules of patients, doctors and technologists.• Creating collateral material to be distributed to referring doctors and patients.• Reviewing testing instructions and interpreting results with patients.• Contracting with vendors and insurance companies.• Licensing of x-ray equipment (shielding applications, fluoroscopic registration, licensing)Implementing new lead generation tracking program, InfusionSoft.• Tracking of all investment costs and Return on Investments of targeted marketing campaigns Show less

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  California Science Center

  Jun 2010 - Jan 2015

  Volunteer Scuba Diver

  • Educating guests about kelp forest ecosystems and marine ecology • Underwater presentations while on scuba utilizing OTS communication systems• Animal husbandry including target and broadcast feeding, monitoring fish health, food preparation, veterinary assistant work• Scuba equipment care and maintenance• Operate scuba air fill station and compressor• Fish, invertebrate and algae identification• Kelp measurement using underwater equipment• Cleaning and maintenance of aquarium and holding tanks using pneumatic tools• Experience with a hookah system both underwater and as a topside safety tender Show less

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  ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH BAY PLASTIC SURGEONS MEDICAL GROUP INC

  Feb 2014 - now

  Director Of Operations

  Results-Driven Healthcare COO | Optimizing Operations, Elevating Patient CareA seasoned healthcare executive with a proven track record in driving operational efficiency, enhancing patient experience, and maximizing organizational performance. Skilled in strategic planning, financial management, and team leadership, I am passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to achieve sustainable growth. My collaborative approach and commitment to excellence have consistently delivered positive outcomes for healthcare organizations.Quantifiable Achievements:Spearheaded a clinic expansion project that increased patient volume by 25% while maintaining operational efficiency.Implemented a new revenue cycle management system, reducing administrative costs by 15% and accelerating cash flow.Leadership Skills:Led a team of 40+ employees, fostering a culture of innovation and high performance.Successfully navigated complex regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.Patient-Centric Approach:Implemented patient-centered initiatives that improved patient satisfaction scores by 20%.Launched a new patient experience program which increased loyalty and patient satisfaction.Financial Acumen:Developed and executed a strategic financial plan, resulting in a 20% increase in annual revenue.Optimized resource allocation, reducing operational costs by 8%.Industry Knowledge:Stay abreast of emerging healthcare trends and technologies to drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.Leverage a deep understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance standards to mitigate risks Show less