As senior vice president and CHRO at Maimonides Health, Mr. Pizarro oversees all aspects of people relations, processes and data within the organization. He is tasked with developing and implementing systemwide strategies for talent acquisition, employee engagement and customer service excellence, collaborating with senior leaders on change management initiatives. His responsibilities include aligning HR policies with the health system’s goals, managing compliance with labor standards, and overseeing recruitment, retention and organizational development efforts. Mr. Pizarro is also focused on diversity and inclusion initiatives, managing a $5.5 million annual grant to provide targeted training across the healthcare sector. Since joining Maimonides, he has led a comprehensive reorganization of the HR department to enhance strategic recruitment and initiated a three-year journey to improve employee engagement, aiming for Great Place to Work certification.
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Becker's Recognition
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Hispanic and Latino Leaders to Know
Diverse leadership in healthcare culminates in a more comprehensive, seamless experience for both patients and providers alike. The leaders honored in this list are transforming the patient journey, ushering in the new wave of healthcare providers and promoting DEI.
