Samantha Hughes

Samantha Hughes has accumulated extensive experience in the healthcare sector, currently serving as the Director of Medical Academics at MultiCare Health System since March 2020, following roles as a Senior Operations Specialist and Practice Optimization Consultant. Prior experience includes management positions at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital, where responsibilities encompassed overseeing primary care, complex care, and integrated behavioral health, and at Valley Medical Center, serving as a Clinic Coordinator and Certified Medical Assistant. Samantha holds a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Capella University and a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration from Pima Medical Institute, complemented by a Certificate of Completion in Allied Health and Medical Assisting from Renton Technical College.