Christine Zanfini Parker

Christine Zanfini Parker has a diverse work experience in the healthcare industry. Christine started their career as a Graduate Intern at the Rhode Island Department of Health in 2002. Christine then worked as the Director of Program Services at the March of Dimes, where they developed and marketed various services and programs. Afterwards, they served as the Director of Advocacy and State Alliances at the American Heart Association, representing the organization's interests in Vermont.

In 2006, Parker became the Director of Student Health Services at Assumption College, where they supervised personnel and implemented health promotion initiatives. Christine then transitioned to the Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, first as a Population Health Specialist and later as the Manager of Quality, Clinical Improvement. In these roles, they managed programs aimed at improving quality measures, reducing claims, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

In 2015, Parker became the Associate Director of Health Services at the University of Rhode Island, overseeing various administrative operations and creating a social and digital media strategy for the clinic. Christine then joined Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island again in 2016 as a Senior Quality Management Analyst, leading quality improvement activities for population health.

Christine'smost recent position was as the Manager of Provider Communications at Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island, where they developed and implemented a comprehensive communications strategy for the provider network.

Overall, Parker has a strong background in healthcare management, quality improvement, program development, and communications.

Christine Zanfini Parker obtained their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from the University of Rhode Island, where they studied from 1995 to 1999. Following their Bachelor's degree, they pursued further education at Emerson College, where they earned their Master's degree in Health Communication from 2001 to 2002.