Fache Rick Smith

Rick Smith, FACHE has a comprehensive and diverse work experience in the healthcare industry. Rick is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer at Troy Regional Medical Center since December 2019. Prior to this, they held the role of Asst Vice President / Chief Operating Officer at Orlando Health Central from January 2014 to December 2019. At Orlando Health Central, they successfully streamlined the Operations Division and led talent acquisition of the Physician Practice Management group.

Before this, Rick held the position of VP Professional and Ancillary Services at Bay Medical -Sacred Heart from November 2009 to August 2013. Rick played a key role in pioneering the Operations Division with a significant budget. Rick also served as the Vice President Behavioral, OP and Support Services at Bay Medical Center from June 2006 to November 2009, overseeing the administrative responsibilities for a 90-bed IP Psychiatric Hospital and OP services. Additionally, they held the role of Executive Director at Bay Behavioral Health Center from June 2003 to May 2006.

Rick's earlier experience includes working as the Radiology Director at Bay Medical Center from April 1998 to June 2003 and as the Director of Radiology at Laurens County Health Care System from 1994 to 1997. Rick'scareer in healthcare started as a Radiologic Technologist at Baptist Hospital, Gadsden AL from 1982 to 1987. Overall, Rick Smith's work experience showcases their expertise in healthcare management, strategic planning, and team building.

Rick Smith, FACHE has a strong educational background in the field of health administration. Rick obtained a Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree from Warren National University from 2006 to 2008. Prior to that, they completed their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Health Administration at Kennedy Western University from 1999 to 2002. In addition, Smith engaged in healthcare studies at the University of South Alabama from 1979 to 1981.

Smith has also acquired additional certifications to further enhance their expertise. In December 2011, they earned the Fellow designation from the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE). Additionally, they obtained the IHI Open School Basic Certificate in Quality & Safety from the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), although specific dates of completion were not provided. Overall, Smith's education and certifications have solidified their knowledge and skills in the field of health administration.