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ANJA JELASKA

ANJA JELASKA

Riyadh

Summary

Innovative leader with extensive experience in clinical operations, autism care, and healthcare project management. Currently pursuing second PhD in Executive Leadership in Innovative Management in Healthcare, with a proven track record in the implementation of cutting-edge technologies to improve service delivery. Skilled in leading interdisciplinary teams, managing complex projects, and driving impactful changes in healthcare and education sectors.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

Tayf Aziz Center
Riyadh
03.2023 - Current
  • Directed clinical operations, overseeing healthcare service delivery, and managed the introduction of new technologies for service optimization

CEO & Clinic Director

Blue Light Clinic for Children and Youth with ASD and Disabilities
Split
06.2015 - 07.2024
  • Managed clinical operations, including the introduction of technology-driven solutions to streamline processes and enhance client care

Clinical Director

Barrington Behavioral Health, LLC
Riyadh
05.2020 - 03.2023
  • Spearheaded clinical operations, focusing on integrating modern therapies and technologies for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Director

Center for Autism
Split
06.2018 - 07.2020
  • Company Overview: Ministry of Health and Education
  • Led strategic initiatives, including the integration of data analytics and telehealth technologies to enhance service accessibility for children with autism
  • Ministry of Health and Education

Project Manager for Healthcare Technology

Croatia
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Company Overview: Various Healthcare Institutions
  • Managed the implementation of AI, robotics, and telemedicine in healthcare services, improving service efficiency and client outcomes
  • Developed innovative approaches to streamline operations, enabling better service delivery and optimized patient care across multiple facilities
  • Various Healthcare Institutions

Program Director/Project Manager

Shamah Autism Center
Dammam
08.2017 - 12.2017
  • Directed programs and operations, developing projects at the Shamah Autism Center

Head of Special Educational System Group

Ministry of Education
06.2010 - 06.2013
  • Company Overview: Croatia
  • Led efforts to incorporate technology into educational systems for children with special needs, improving the accessibility of services and personalized education plans
  • Croatia

Education

PhD - Executive Leadership in Innovative Management in Healthcare

Selinus University of Science and Literature
Delaware, USA
10.2024

PhD - Early Intervention Specialist

Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences
Croatia

BCBA License - Board Certified Behavior Analyst

University of Zagreb
Zagreb, Croatia

ADOS-2 Certification - Floor Time Therapy

Association DIRA
Zagreb, Croatia

ABA Therapist - Education for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences
Croatia

Master's Degree - Elementary Education and Teaching

Teacher Training College
Split, Croatia

Skills

  • Leadership and Strategic Management
  • Technology Integration in Healthcare
  • AI, Robotics, and Telemedicine in Clinical Services
  • ABA Therapy and Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Crisis Intervention and Family Support
  • Project Management and Stakeholder Engagement

Languages

  • Croatian, Native
  • English, C2
  • Italian, B1

Major projects and achievements

  • Government Recognition: Rewarded by the Croatian government for pioneering legal reforms that granted people with disabilities access to essential services through social networks.
  • Robot for Autism Screening: Contributed to the development of a robot for autism screening and diagnosis at the Faculty of Rehabilitation Science in Croatia.
  • AI Software Development (ANIA): Leading the development of ANIA, an AI software designed to revolutionize customer support and operational optimization in healthcare.
  • Healthcare Technology Projects: Managed the implementation of telemedicine, AI, and robotics in healthcare services across multiple facilities in Croatia and KSA, improving patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Authosys Project: Led the ICT project for data collection and analysis, improving early intervention services for children with ASD.
  • European Fund Participation: Active in numerous European-funded healthcare and education projects, improving service delivery and fostering cross-sector collaboration.

Timeline

CEO

Tayf Aziz Center
03.2023 - Current

Clinical Director

Barrington Behavioral Health, LLC
05.2020 - 03.2023

Director

Center for Autism
06.2018 - 07.2020

Program Director/Project Manager

Shamah Autism Center
08.2017 - 12.2017

CEO & Clinic Director

Blue Light Clinic for Children and Youth with ASD and Disabilities
06.2015 - 07.2024

Project Manager for Healthcare Technology

01.2015 - 01.2020

Head of Special Educational System Group

Ministry of Education
06.2010 - 06.2013

PhD - Executive Leadership in Innovative Management in Healthcare

Selinus University of Science and Literature

PhD - Early Intervention Specialist

Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences

BCBA License - Board Certified Behavior Analyst

University of Zagreb

ADOS-2 Certification - Floor Time Therapy

Association DIRA

ABA Therapist - Education for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences

Master's Degree - Elementary Education and Teaching

Teacher Training College
ANJA JELASKA