Oregon HLA

OUR MISSION is simple: Connecting and supporting current and aspiring healthcare leaders.

Oregon HLA is comprised of a network of healthcare leaders who work in a variety of practice settings, specialties, rural and urban, from practices with one physician to over one hundred. Our member-led association prioritizes your needs, delivering timely and relevant tools while connecting you with healthcare leaders across Oregon. Don’t navigate the complexities of practice management alone—we welcome you to join our community and thrive together! Our state association, operating under a new name as of December 2024, continues in our rich history of offering local opportunities for education, networking, mentorship, advocacy and resources for current and future healthcare leaders and executives. Our active membership includes supervisors, managers, and administrators of small and large primary care and specialty groups, as well as full time students whose focus is healthcare administration. Our partner membership is comprised of vendor companies who partner with medical practices to provide comprehensive solutions, services and products to our members.

02/10/2026

OHLA Board of Directors Applications are Now Open!

This is a reminder that applications to serve on the OHLA Board of Directors are currently open.

Serving as a Director is a meaningful opportunity to deepen your engagement with OHLA, contribute your professional expertise, and help guide the organization as it continues to meet the evolving needs of our members. Directors play a vital role in governance, strategic planning, and advancing OHLA's mission.

OHLA values diverse perspectives, professional backgrounds, and leadership experiences, and we encourage all interested Active Members to consider applying.

Application Deadline:
Monday, March 2, 2026 at 11:59 PM

If you’ve been thinking about serving, now is the time to take the next step.

Additional details on available positions, terms, responsibilities, eligibility, and the application process can be found on the OHLA website.

Questions about Board service are welcome.
Apply here: https://www.oregonhla.com/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=7097&pk_association_webpage=27149

Thank you for your continued commitment to OHLA. We look forward to reviewing your application.

02/06/2026

If you’re navigating a career transition right now, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to do it without support.

The Washington State Healthcare Leaders Association (WSHLA) is offering a free virtual session designed to support job-seekers across Oregon & Washington during a challenging job market.

📅 Wednesday, February 18th at noon

🎤 Featuring Liz Moyer, experienced recruiter with TRA Medical Imaging, who will share an insider’s look at current healthcare hiring trends—what employers are really looking for and how candidates can stand out.

✔️ Free to attend
✔️ Open to members and non-members in Washington & Oregon
✔️ Built to support the broader healthcare leadership community

Whether you’re actively job searching, or exploring what’s next, we’d love to have you join us.

👉 Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/gJ0vB4-4TX295m17Le9_3w #/registration

02/05/2026

🌟 Welcome to Our New Members! 🌟
Please join us in welcoming our newest members to the Oregon Healthcare Leaders Association!
- Rachelle Boyce - Oregon Integrated Health
- Megan Chlebeck -North Fork Orthopedic Surgery
- Heather Dailey - Oregon Integrated Health
- Nichole Dotson -Compassion Care Family Practice
- Kira Falzone - Pediatric Associates of the Northwest
- Brittany Garza -WVP Health Authority
- Patricia Hernandez-Ortiz - WVP for Umpqua Health
- Nikki Himmel -Women's Care
- Michelle Kinz -The Children's Clinic
- Jacqueline Nelson - Oregon Integrated Health
- Julia Rask - Corvallis Pain and Spine
- Todd Salnas -Slocum Orthopedics, P.C.
- Lydia Williams -Siskiyou Pediatric Clinic
- Mark Williamson - Wavemark Consulting

We’re thrilled to have you as part of our community of healthcare leaders across Oregon. Your voice, ideas, and expertise make us stronger!

🔗 Learn more about how you can get involved at https://www.oregonhla.com/

01/30/2026

REMINDER: Session 1 Starts next Thursday, February 5th!

Oregon HLA is launching its virtual Payer Contracting Series with Session 1: Preparing for Contract Negotiations. The course is designed for healthcare leaders looking to strengthen their payer negotiation strategy.

Thursday, February 5th, 2026
7:30 – 9:30 AM Pacific
Virtual

This opening session sets the foundation for effective payer contracting by focusing on preparation, strategy, and key considerations before entering negotiations.
- Learn how to prepare strategically for payer contract discussions
- Understand factors that influence negotiation outcomes
- Gain practical insights you can apply immediately

Free for Oregon HLA members.

Non-members may register for the full 3-part series or join Oregon HLA as an active member and attend for free!

Register today using this link: https://www.oregonhla.com/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=35911 and start the series strong!

01/27/2026

Attendee registration is now open for the 22nd Annual Pacific Northwest Medical Management Conference!

Hilton Vancouver Washington
May 20–22, 2026

Hosted by Oregon HLA and Washington State HLA, this premier regional conference brings together practice managers, healthcare administrators, and emerging leaders from across the Pacific Northwest and Inland Northwest for three days of education, connection, and innovation.

With over 22 years of trusted leadership, this is the original medical management conference in the region that has been built by dedicated volunteer leaders and shaped by a community passionate about professional growth and collaboration.

Whether you’re a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, you’ll quickly see what makes this conference different.

Click here to visit the conference website and register: https://www.pnwhealthcareleadersconf.com/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=34475

01/22/2026

REMINDER: Session 1 Starts February 5th!

Oregon HLA is launching its virtual Payer Contracting Series with Session 1: Preparing for Contract Negotiations. The course is designed for healthcare leaders looking to strengthen their payer negotiation strategy.

Thursday, February 5th, 2026
7:30 – 9:30 AM Pacific
Virtual

This opening session sets the foundation for effective payer contracting by focusing on preparation, strategy, and key considerations before entering negotiations.

- Learn how to prepare strategically for payer contract discussions
- Understand factors that influence negotiation outcomes
- Gain practical insights you can apply immediately

Free for Oregon HLA members.

Non-members may register for the full 3-part series or join Oregon HLA as an active member and attend for free!

Register today using this link: https://www.oregonhla.com/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=35911 and start the series strong!

01/21/2026

Register for the February 10th webinar: Creating Safer Care Environments: Preventing Sexual Abuse and False Allegations with Robin Bell.

Monthly member webinars are free for Oregon HLA members to attend: https://www.oregonhla.com/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=7098&pk_association_webpage=14160

ABOUT THE WEBINAR:
- Overview of sexual abuse and molestation (SAM) cases in healthcare settings
- Examination of underreporting trends and emerging risks
- Discussion of the legal, financial, and reputational impact of SAM claims
- Evidence-based risk management strategies to protect patients, staff, and organizations

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Describe the most impactful diagnosis coding changes for 2026
- Identify new CPT codes for 2026
- Determine documentation changes that may be necessary with new codes
- Recognize changes in Medicare payment policy for 2026

01/15/2026

Session 1 Starts February 5th!
Oregon HLA is launching its virtual Payer Contracting Series with Session 1: Preparing for Contract Negotiations. The course is designed for healthcare leaders looking to strengthen their payer negotiation strategy.

Thursday, February 5th, 2026
7:30 – 9:30 AM Pacific
Virtual

This opening session sets the foundation for effective payer contracting by focusing on preparation, strategy, and key considerations before entering negotiations.
- Learn how to prepare strategically for payer contract discussions
- Understand factors that influence negotiation outcomes
- Gain practical insights you can apply immediately

Free for Oregon HLA members
Non-members may register for the full 3-part series or join Oregon HLA as an active member and attend for free!

Register today using this link: https://www.oregonhla.com/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=35911 and start the series strong!

01/08/2026

Healthcare Leaders — secure your seat for Oregon HLA’s virtual payer contracting series! Course starts Feb. 5.
Free registration for Oregon HLA members.
Information and registration here: https://www.oregonhla.com/site_event_detail.cfm?pk_association_event=35911

Ready to master payer contracting in today’s evolving healthcare landscape?
Oregon HLA is excited to present a 3-part virtual course designed for healthcare leaders seeking practical, actionable skills in payer contracting — from negotiation strategy to value demonstration and performance analytics. This 3-part series begins February 5!
· Gain real-world tactics to negotiate better payer contracts
· Learn to communicate and quantify your value to payers
· Apply insights immediately within your organization

Oregon HLA continues its commitment to bringing affordable, high-value education and connection to our members, helping you lead with confidence and impact across payer relationships.

Course is free for Oregon HLA members!
Non-members can register for $120 or join Oregon HLA as an *Active member and attend for free — double the value!
*must meet Active member criteria

Register today and save your seat!

01/02/2026

Are you looking for a career change? Check out the new job that was posted to the Oregon HLA Job Board: https://www.oregonhla.com/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=12072&pk_association_webpage=26881

01/01/2026

Thank you to our Oregon HLA members and supporters for an incredible year. Your dedication, collaboration, and commitment continue to strengthen our association and the communities we serve. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together and excited to look ahead to an even stronger, brighter 2026.

12/31/2025

Sales leaders in healthcare 👋
The 22nd Annual Pacific Northwest Medical Management Conference is headed to Vancouver, WA | May 20–22, 2026—and exhibitor space is moving fast. 35% of the exhibit hall is already sold.

If you sell products or solutions to healthcare decision-makers, this is a room you want to be in with medical practice executives, including C-suite leaders, clinic managers, and revenue cycle professionals—there to evaluate vendors, not just browse.

Why teams are registering right now:
- Better booth placement (assigned by sponsorship level, then registration date)
- 6+ hours of dedicated exhibit hall time + built-in networking events
- Strong ROI: 2 full conference passes, attendee prospect list, and more
- Early lead access for all sponsor levels
- Discounts off registration available to Partners and Affiliate Members of Oregon HLA and WSHLA.

📌 Act now to lock in prime visibility before space fills. Early registrants get the advantage of better placement. https://www.pnwhealthcareleadersconf.com/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=9701&pk_association_webpage=20069

Interested in exhibiting or sponsoring? Let’s talk about the right fit for your sales goals.

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