SPHCC Announces Michele A. Hazelton as Operations Manager

Joseph H. Hollander, Chief Executive Officer of Scranton Primary Health Care Center (SPHCC), has announced the addition of Michele A. Hazelton, MBA, as Operations Manager for the Federally Qualified Health Center.

In her new role, Hazelton will work closely with SPHCC providers, clinical staff, and administrative leadership to ensure patients receive high-quality, efficient, and compassionate care. She will coordinate with the Center’s Chief Nursing Officer and focus on enhancing the overall patient experience and supporting the Center’s physicians and staff.

“We’re delighted to welcome Michele Hazelton to our Center,” said Hollander. “Her extensive experience in healthcare management, physician practice administration, strategic planning, and staff leadership will be a tremendous asset to our patients and our medical staff. Michele brings a strong understanding of healthcare operations and a commitment to improving the delivery of care. We look forward to the positive impact she will have at SPHCC.”

Hazelton is an experienced healthcare operations leader with more than 25 years of management experience. Her background includes healthcare management, physician practice operations, strategic planning, staff development, and organizational leadership.

“I am excited to join Scranton Primary Health Care Center and become part of an organization that is so committed to the health and well-being of the community,” said Hazelton. “I look forward to working with the providers, clinical teams and staff to build on the Center’s strengths, improve operational efficiencies and, most importantly, create an exceptional experience for every patient we serve.”