Honor Society® member
Erica Gonzalez
Practice Manager at Psychiatric Mental Health
- Bachelors of Science Healthcare Management
- Class of 2024
- Coal City, Illinois
Member since March 2025
About
My name is Erica Gonzalez, and I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management at Rasmussen University with a 3.50 GPA. I’m a proud mother of two, a first-generation college graduate, and currently serve as the Practice Manager for a growing psychiatric telehealth company. My journey has been shaped by perseverance, as I returned to college after overcoming significant personal and medical challenges—including brain surgery—to pursue my long-standing passion for healthcare leadership.
I’m deeply committed to improving access to mental health services and plan to continue my education through a master’s and eventually a doctorate in Healthcare Administration. I’m also passionate about professional development, community impact, and using social media as a tool to inspire, educate, and uplift others.
Education
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Rasmussen University
2023 – 2025
Honors and awards
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dean's list
I have earned the Deans List Award during 6 terms in my academic career.
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graduated with honors
Earned my Associates in Applied Science in Health Information Technician with Honors.
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My intended career path is in healthcare administration, with the goal of advancing into a senior leadership role within my current organization. I aspire to grow into positions such as Director of Operations or Chief Operating Officer, where I can lead strategic initiatives, improve systems, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the company. I am passionate about mental health services and committed to making a lasting impact by improving patient access, provider support, and overall care quality.
- Graduate school interests
I plan to pursue a Master’s in Healthcare Administration (MHA) with a focus on healthcare leadership. My goal is to build the advanced knowledge and executive-level skills needed to lead large healthcare organizations, develop efficient care systems, and advocate for innovation in mental health services. Long term, I am also interested in earning a Doctorate in Healthcare Administration (DHA) to deepen my expertise and contribute to research and policy improvements in the field.
Experience
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Practice Manager
Psychiatric Mental Health
May 2024 – Apr 2025
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
- Spanish Fluent
