Yazlyen Alvarez

About

A strategic, results-driven healthcare leader with 18 years of experience driving operational excellence, patient-centered care, and team performance across diverse healthcare settings. My background includes leadership roles in diagnostic imaging, urgent care, primary care, sleep medicine, and multi-specialty practices—where I’ve led cross-functional teams, scaled operations, and implemented Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve quality, efficiency, and outcomes. Most recently, I served as Senior Director of Operations for Diagnostic Imaging at Sanitas Medical Centers, overseeing 20+ facilities and spearheading initiatives that reduced cycle times, improved patient satisfaction, and increased imaging volume by 150% in under three years. My leadership has consistently delivered measurable results in compliance, cost control, team development, and process improvement. I’m now seeking a new opportunity where I can apply my deep healthcare experience, operational expertise, and commitment to innovation to help organizations grow, scale, and deliver exceptional care. I’m especially passionate about mission-driven work that centers on patient outcomes and health equity. Let’s connect — I’m open to senior roles in healthcare operations, special projects, or strategic initiatives where I can make a lasting impact.

Experience

• Founder · CuraPath Leadership & Career Coaching2025-09-01 –

  At CuraPath Leadership & Career Coaching, I partner with healthcare professionals and executives to navigate the transition from clinical practice into leadership and executive roles. Through career strategy, personalized coaching, and leadership development, I equip clients with the tools and confidence to elevate their careers and lead with impact. Key Responsibilities & Services • Design and deliver resume building and optimization services, ensuring ATS compliance, measurable results, and executive-level positioning. • Provide 1:1 leadership coaching for clinicians, managers, and directors aspiring to move into higher-level leadership roles (Director, VP, C-suite). • Facilitate career transition strategies, guiding healthcare professionals from patient care to administrative and executive pathways. • Deliver training in leadership essentials, including executive presence, communication, and healthcare-specific dos & don’ts of leadership. • Conduct workshops on presentation skills and interview preparation, building confidence and influence for boardroom and executive interviews. • Develop customized career roadmaps with actionable steps for professional growth, succession planning, and long-term success.

• Healthcare Specialist - AI Trainer · micro12025-09-01 –

  • Curated, standardized, and annotated healthcare datasets—including patient intake forms, imaging protocols, and clinical documentation—to improve AI training accuracy and compliance. • Designed and tested healthcare queries simulating real-world use cases, ensuring AI model adaptability to diverse clinical workflows. • Reviewed AI outputs for accuracy, clinical relevance, and regulatory alignment (HIPAA, CMS, payer guidelines), ensuring models met industry standards. • Delivered actionable feedback to cross-functional AI and product teams, accelerating model refinement and adoption in healthcare applications. • Partnered with compliance and operations leaders to align AI solutions with evolving medical standards and payer requirements. • Advocated best practices in handling sensitive PHI and institutional data to safeguard security and privacy across all AI-driven initiatives.

• Senior Operations Director, Diagnostic Imaging · Sanitas Medical Center2021-03-01 – 2025-03-01
• Medical Center Manager · Sanitas Medical Center2018-02-01 – 2021-03-01
• Office Supervisor · Sanitas Medical Center2017-11-01 – 2018-02-01
• Lead Patient Financial Representative Supervisor · Baptist Health South Florida2013-12-01 – 2017-11-01
• Patient Financial Representative · Baptist Health South Florida2007-12-01 – 2013-11-01

Education

• Florida International University - College of BusinessMaster of Business Administration (MBA), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
• Florida International UniversityBachelor of Arts (BA), Public Administration

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