California hospital taps COO, 4 other leaders

Brian Smolskis has been appointed COO of Lompoc (Calif.) Valley Medical Center.

Advertisement

Mr. Smolskis brings more than three decades of healthcare experience to the role, according to a Sept. 9 news release from Lompoc Valley.

He previously served as system COO at Whittier, Calif.-based PIH Health, the release said.

Four other leadership changes were also recently made, according to the release.

  • Melinda DeHoyos, MSN, was named executive director of nursing.
  • Lindsey Arevalos was named senior director of operations.
  • Ellisa Valencia, RN, was named director of the medical-surgical department.
  • Angela Fichtner, RN, was named manager of the labor and delivery department.

At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in Executive Moves

  • Optum Rx has named Jon Bosland as its next chief financial officer. “The PBM space is at an inflection point…

  • Several women have recently stepped into new executive roles at hospitals and health systems — including through promotions, new appointments…

Advertisement

Comments are closed.