BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE MEDICAL CENTER IN BRENHAM NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Baylor Scott and White has named a new director of operations for the medical center in Brenham.
(courtesy Baylor Scott and White)
Blake Barnes was selected to head operations for the Brenham hospital after a search and screening of more than 50 applications. His first day in Brenham will be July 6th.
According to a release, Barnes’ role will involve supporting a team of physicians and healthcare professionals while leading and overseeing day-to-day operations of the hospital and its system of priorities.
Barnes has served as director of clinic operations for the past three years in the College Station Region, where he was responsible for several clinic departments. Prior to coming to College Station, he served as an assistant administrator in the Hill Country Region within Baylor Scott and White, where he gained experiences in hospital operations, specifically in a rural healthcare setting. He has a master’s degree in healthcare administration from Trinity University and a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Austin College.
Baylor Scott and White – College Station Region President Jason Jennings said Barnes brings with him experience with rural healthcare and a “track record of success and achievements”, which are “a testament to his drive and dedication”. He called Barnes “a humble leader committed to excellence”.
Barnes said the Brenham hospital features “a talented team of caring professionals serving a dynamic community”, adding that the ability to become part of the hospital’s leadership team is “humbling and exciting”.