Michele Barker

Michele Barker is a seasoned professional in physician recruitment with extensive experience across various healthcare organizations. Currently serving as the Manager of Physician Recruitment at Lexington Clinic since December 2024, Michele previously held the position of Senior Manager of Physician Recruitment at Baptist Health System KY & IN from August 2020 to December 2024, after serving as Manager of Physician Recruitment. Prior experience includes roles as Senior Physician Recruiter at Mount Nittany Physician Group from June 2014 to August 2020 and Physician Recruiter at Penn Highlands - Elk from October 2012 to June 2014. Michele began a career in healthcare management as Physician Practice Manager at Elk Regional Health Center from January 1991 to October 2012, focusing on human resource management and regulatory oversight. Michele holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Policy and Administration from Penn State University, completed in 1991.