Roger Poitras

Dr. Roger Poitras is a faculty member at the University of New England (UNE) Online, teaching graduate-level courses in healthcare administration. As CEO of Intermed, a prominent healthcare provider in Maine, he brings 36 years of administrative and clinical experience to his role. His career spans diverse sectors of healthcare, including acute care, post-acute care, ambulatory care, and executive leadership. At UNE, he instructs HCA 720 (Leadership and Strategic Management) and co-supported the capstone course in Fall 2021.

• Experience: Transitioned from critical care nurse to healthcare CEO, blending clinical and administrative expertise.
• Teaching: Advocates for curriculum relevance, mentoring, and practical application of learning in professional portfolios.
• Research Focus: Emphasizes strategic management, organizational design, and workforce engagement in healthcare leadership.