Member Spotlight
Jamie Campbell
Quality Coordinator & Northern Nevada Market Liaison, Silver State ACO
Number of years in your position: 10+ years in the medical field
Hometown: Cobb Mountain, very small town located just north of the Napa Valley in California
Jamie Campbell started her career in the medical industry as a CNA in 2005 and continued her clinical career to become a Registered Medical Assistant and Registered Phlebotomy Technician. Prior to joining Silver State ACO as the designated Quality Coordinator and Market Liaison for Northern Nevada, she worked with in Northern Nevada Medical Group in both specialty and primary care for three years. Jamie continues to broaden her horizons as a current student studying towards her BHA. She believes in preventative care, quality care and advocacy for patients. Jamie is originally from Northern California, but moved to the Reno area six years ago to be closer to family. She is a loving wife and mom to 3 children, ages 12, 8 and 2.
Why did you join ACHE and how long have you been a member?
I joined ACHE for the great benefits in building local relationships, as well as, their continued and committed involvement in Northern Nevada Healthcare.
What would you tell other professionals who have not joined ACHE as to the benefits of membership?
ACHE provides great educational opportunities, alongside building relationships within our medical county. Additionally, ACHE has very knowledgeable and friendly board members that are kind, courteous and helpful with any and all questions.
What would your words of encouragement be to early careerists about pursuing healthcare leadership positions?
I would strongly encourage involvement with building relationships especially in our smaller medical community, attend any and all events or opportunities to learn our ever changing healthcare system and environment and learn as much as you can along the way!
Matthew Wadsworth
Vice President of Clinical Affairs, Nevada Donor Network
Number of years in your position: 3 years
Alma Mater(s): Wapakoneta High School in Wapakoneta, Ohio; Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio; University of Toledo in Toledo, Ohio; Ohio University in Athens, Ohio
Hometown: Wapakoneta, Ohio
Matthew Wadsworth began his career at Indiana Donor Network in Indianapolis, first as an Organ Recovery Coordinator for the organization, and eventually serving as Manager of Organ Services. With more than ten years of healthcare experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge specific to donation.
Wadsworth earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio; and a Masters of Business Administration from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. He holds a certificate in Health Care Management from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; and a Graduate Certificate in Human Donation Services from the University of Toledo, Health Science Campus in Toledo, Ohio. Matthew is an active member of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) Procurement Steering Committee and the North American Transplant Coordinators Organization (NATCO) Planning Committee.
He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Board of Directors, serves on the University of Toledo Human Donation Services Advisory Board, and serves on the Organ Donation and Preservation Advisory Board. Matthew also serves as a consultant for Transplant Logistics and Informatics (TLI), a Baltimore based company examining the use of drone technology to move human tissue, blood, and organs safely around the country. In his role as Nevada Donor Network’s V.P. of Clinical Affairs, he uses his extensive clinical knowledge and skill to lead Nevada Donor Network’s clinical departments to save and heal more lives.
Why did you join ACHE and how long have you been a member?
I was exposed to ACHE by my previous supervisor in Indiana. My COO had come from the hospital system, and recommended that I join in 2014. The primary reason for membership was the networking aspect, and the learning opportunity specifically at Congress.
What would you tell other professionals who have not joined ACHE as to the benefits of membership?
The major benefit for me has been the networking and the relationships that have come out of being a member. High level Executives in the Las Vegas valley are extremely accessible through the program, and willing to help grow young professionals.
What would your words of encouragement be to early careerists about pursuing healthcare leadership positions?
Get your foot in the door, and grind. Always stay professional and positive. Never forget where you came from, don’t get bigger than you are, and don’t create work for others. You should always have a mentor, a mentee, and somebody who is at the same stage of their professional career as you. Do not select these three individuals based on friendship, select them based on who is going to push you to be uncomfortable. In healthcare specifically it’s easy to always put the patient first, but remember that you can’t take care of anybody if you aren’t first taking care of yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally.