UCSD CAMPUS NOTICE University of California, San Diego |
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OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR - HEALTH SCIENCES October 18, 1996 SUBJECT: Appointment of Michele L. Littrell Ambulatory Services Operations Administrator We are pleased to announce the appointment of Michele L. Littrell (nee Bennett) to the new position of Ambulatory Services Operations Administrator. This position will bring together the hospital clinics and Medical Group clinical departments and is an important step in effectively managing UCSD organizational units which have operated separately or with little coordination in the past. During her tenure as Manager of Clinical Operations for the Medical Group, Ms. Littrell was instrumental in upgrading hiring qualifications, developing and implementing appropriate policies and procedures, and instituting consistent and efficient staffing patterns. As Ambulatory Services Operations Administrator, Ms. Littrell will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of all ambulatory care service units within UCSD Healthcare including UCSD hospital clinics and Medical Group outpatient clinical services. Her specific responsibilities will include ensuring competent leadership in units; fostering partnerships with physician team leaders in units; monitoring budget performance; and developing systems to improve patient flow and satisfaction. Ms. Littrell will report to Tom DeMartino, Ambulatory Services Director, and work closely with Dr. Charles Mittman, Medical Director of the Medical Group, in carrying out her responsibilities. She is assisted by Ms. Juanita Casanova and can be reached at 657-8506. We are confident that Ms. Littrell's leadership skills and expertise will provide a positive catalyst in advancing the integration and enhancement of ambulatory services at UCSD. We ask that you join us in welcoming Ms. Littrell to this new position and extending your full support to her in this challenging and important new role. David Coats TomDeMartino Brian Goodell Charles Mittman |