Good Samaritan Hospital Names New Leader

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Good Samaritan Hospital Names New Leader

A familiar face will lead Good Samaritan Hospital as its new President and CEO. The Good Samaritan Hospital Board of Governors announced Rob McLin as the hospital's new president and CEO.

McLin is stepping up from the position of Vice President of Finance, which he had held since 1997. An 18-year employee of Good Samaritan Hospital, McLin began his career at the regional health care facility as the Internal Auditor in 1992. After three years in the auditor position he was promoted to Vice President of Professional and Support Services. In just two short years he was named the Vice President of Finance.

The President and CEO seat was left vacant after Matthew Bailey, having spent 26 years with Good Samaritan Hospital, resigned on February 12, 2010. Since, Senior Vice President Gerald Waldroup has filled in as the Interim President and CEO.
McLin says his focus as the new CEO will be on the continued efforts to build stronger relationships between the hospital and medical staff. Good Samaritan has been blessed for many years with a wonderful medical staff that provides excellent care in all the communities we serve, he stated. One of the key focal points as CEO is to build upon our physician relationships and offer even more opportunities for collaboration.

McLin also recognized the importance of community and staff. From an Administrative perspective it is imperative that we continue to be a community leader and especially recognize the efforts of our 1600-plus dedicated employees who make Good Samaritan Hospital the jewel that it is, he added. For Good Samaritan to continue growing, the organization must constantly focus on reducing impediments. Eliminating barriers so our staff can do their jobs better every day. Removing obstacles to improve our physicians ability to treat their patients within the hospital setting. Last, but not least, reducing hurdles for our community so that when they need health care, Good Samaritan Hospital is their first choice.
Mary Cay Martin, Good Samaritan Hospital Board Chairman, says after a thorough search of candidates the board was pleased to announce McLin as the new President and CEO. We did not take this decision lightly, stated Martin. As the countys largest employer our decision has an effect upon the local economy and our decision directly effects the health care of the community.

Martin said the board of governors felt McLin was the best suited for the position. We feel that Rob has the personality and the drive to lead the hospital through impending changes with health care reform successfully, while building upon the strong foundation of service offerings Good Samaritan Hospital already has in place, Martin said. We look forward to working with Rob in his new role.

Born and raised in Knox County, McLin is a graduate of North Knox High School. He went on to attend college at Indiana State University, earning a bachelors degree in Accounting/Management. He also holds a masters degree in Business Administration from Ball State University.

Actively involved in his community, McLin is a member of several boards of directors including the Vincennes YMCA, United Way of Knox County, Knox County Chamber of Commerce, and the Knox County Holding Corporation. Hes also a member of the Monroe City First Church of God.

McLin and his wife, Angie (Davis), live in Bicknell and have two children, Makenzie and Jake.
Source: Good Samaritan Hospital