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BUCKHANNON -- WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital has named Elkins native Matthew "Matt" Scott as its director of operations, expanding his leadership role at the hospital and within WVU Medicine.
In his new position, Scott provides administrative oversight and leadership for several hospital departments, including Marketing, Food and Nutrition Services, Laboratory, Diagnostic Imaging, Environmental Services, Facilities and Engineering, Pharmacy, Rehabilitation Services, Safety and Security, as well as project management initiatives.
Scott previously served as Director of Marketing and Communications at St. Joseph's, where he was responsible for the hospital's marketing, public relations, community outreach and communications efforts. His work has included promoting the hospital's continued growth, new technology and services, provider recruitment, community partnerships and other initiatives aimed at expanding access to high-quality healthcare throughout the region.
A native of Elkins, Scott is a graduate of Elkins High School and West Virginia Wesleyan College. He recently completed his Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Administration from West Virginia Wesleyan College and is also a graduate of the West Virginia Hospital Association Leadership Academy.
"Growing up in Elkins and spending most of my life in this region has given me a deep appreciation for the communities we serve," Scott said. "I'm incredibly grateful for the
opportunity to take on this expanded role at St. Joseph's. Rural hospitals are such an important part of the areas that they serve, and I'm excited to continue working alongside our employees, providers and leadership team to strengthen the care and services available to patients throughout central West Virginia."
As Director of Operations, Scott will focus on supporting day-to-day hospital operations, strengthening departmental processes, enhancing the patient and employee experience, and helping advance strategic initiatives across St. Joseph's.
Scott said his connection to both Elkins and Buckhannon makes the opportunity particularly meaningful.
"Elkins will always be an important part of who I am and where I come from, but I've also been incredibly fortunate to build a life in Buckhannon," Scott said. "I feel very lucky to consider both communities home, and it means a great deal to have the opportunity to give back to and serve the people of this region through my work at St. Joseph's."
WVU Medicine St. Joseph's Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Buckhannon, providing a broad range of inpatient, outpatient, emergency and specialty services to
residents throughout central West Virginia.