Ambercare Executive and Leadership Team

Mary Merrell, the Chief Executive Officer at Ambercare, directs the overarching strategy and vision for the organization. Merrell guides the company's expansion efforts, ensuring that new communities receive services only when Ambercare's highest standards of care and service can be maintained. This leadership involves setting the strategic direction for all divisions, including home health care, hospice, personal care services, therapy, and medical equipment. Merrell collaborates with other executive leaders to foster a culture of excellence and patient-centered care throughout the New Mexico service areas. The Chief Executive Officer's focus remains on sustainable growth and upholding the core mission that nobody deserves less than Ambercare.

Brian Poff, the Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Ambercare, directs the financial strategy and fiscal health of the organization. Poff oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue cycle management, and financial reporting for home health care, hospice, personal care services, therapy, and medical equipment divisions. This executive role ensures the financial sustainability required to expand services into new communities while upholding Ambercare's commitment to the highest standards. The Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer works closely with other leaders to allocate resources effectively, supporting operational excellence and strategic growth initiatives across New Mexico. Brian Poff's financial acumen is fundamental to Ambercare's mission.

Heather Dixon, the President & Chief Operating Officer at Ambercare, executes the operational strategies that ensure seamless delivery of comprehensive care services. Dixon oversees the day-to-day operations across all service lines, including home health care, hospice, personal care, physical, occupational, and respiratory therapy, and medical equipment and supplies. This role involves optimizing workflows and resource allocation to meet patient and family needs effectively throughout New Mexico. The President & Chief Operating Officer ensures operational efficiency and adherence to the highest standards of care, driving service excellence from Las Cruces to Las Vegas. Heather Dixon's leadership is critical in maintaining the quality and reach of Ambercare's services.

Ryan Noth, the President Personal Care at Ambercare, leads the strategic direction and operational execution for all personal care services. Noth focuses on enhancing the delivery of compassionate and effective personal care, ensuring it meets the unique needs of patients and their families across New Mexico. This leadership role involves developing and implementing programs that support independence and quality of life for individuals receiving care. The President Personal Care collaborates with other executive leaders to integrate personal care services seamlessly with home health, hospice, therapy, and medical equipment offerings. Ryan Noth's dedication is central to upholding Ambercare's promise that nobody deserves less than exceptional care.

Michael Wattenbarger, the Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer at Ambercare, architects and manages the technology infrastructure supporting all care services. Wattenbarger drives the implementation of innovative IT solutions that enhance patient care delivery, streamline operations, and ensure data security across home health, hospice, and personal care services. This leadership position involves overseeing the integration of medical equipment and supply management systems, as well as therapy service platforms. The Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer ensures that technology aligns with Ambercare's mission to provide exceptional care and service throughout New Mexico. Michael Wattenbarger's strategic technology vision is vital for the organization's continued growth and operational integrity.