Deborah Fogarty
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Summary
Recently retired after a successful career in business development and healthcare management, now seeking a part-time position in a welcoming environment. Dependable, hardworking, and personable, with exceptional communication skills and a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and reliability. Eager to contribute a strong work ethic and positive attitude while staying active and engaged.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Marketing & Business Development Director - NY and VT
National Health Care Associates
07.2009 - 04.2023
- Supervised and mentored admissions and clinical teams, fostering collaboration and high-quality service.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with hospitals, healthcare providers, and community partners.
- Recruited, trained, and supported new team members to ensure consistent performance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to support organizational goals and improve operations.
- Communicated regularly with leadership on team performance, priorities, and operational updates.
- Planned and facilitated weekly team meetings to review goals, share best practices, and address challenges.
- Recognized for strong leadership, organization, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Social Worker, Medical / Neuro ICU
Albany Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Member of multi-interdisciplinary medical team.
- Lead crisis intervention with family of all ICU patients.
- Member of the donor recovery team.
- Provided discharge planning services for alternate level of care.
Director of Admissions and Marketing
Brookdale Senior Living
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Planned and implemented marketing events to prospects and professionals.
- Conducted family tours and face-to-face consultative selling.
- Established and maintained relationships with Hospitals, Physicians, Geriatric Care Managers and Community Organizations to generate consistent referrals to the facility.
- Worked collaboratively with the staff and resident family to ensure a smooth transition to the facility.
- Negotiated contracts, complete required forms, and documents in accordance to company policy.
Territory Manager
Philips Lifeline, Inc.
Syracuse, Massachusetts, NY
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Designed and directed territorial sales initiatives.
- Conducted onsite training for sales force.
- Managed new and existing contracts with facilities selling lifeline products.
- Won ‘Wall of Fame’ award for achievement of company goals.
Marketing Director
St. Camillus Health and Rehabilitation Center
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Promoted and developed new business for a 300 bed skilled nursing facility, (2) home care facilities, an independent living and an outpatient facility.
- Created cohesive marketing plan, branding and identity for all facilities.
- Managed public relations and press releases.
- Devised customer care training programs that improved the service delivery within the rehab setting.
- Supervised staff, administered operational efficiencies and budgets.
Education
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling, Cum Laude
Syracuse University
SyracuseBachelor of Science - Social Work, Cum Laude
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NYTimeline
Regional Marketing & Business Development Director - NY and VT
National Health Care Associates
07.2009 - 04.2023
Social Worker, Medical / Neuro ICU
Albany Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2009
Director of Admissions and Marketing
Brookdale Senior Living
01.2005 - 01.2007
Territory Manager
Philips Lifeline, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2005
Marketing Director
St. Camillus Health and Rehabilitation Center
01.1996 - 01.2001
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Counseling, Cum Laude
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work, Cum Laude
Rochester Institute of Technology