Pella Regional Health Center has named Dawnett Willis to the role of Chief Ancillary Services Officer.

As she joins the administrative team, she becomes responsible for Laboratory, Medical Imaging, Pharmacy, Retail Pharmacy, Therapy Services, Respiratory Care/Sleep Center, Infusion Therapy, Service Excellence, Education and Plant Operations. Prior to joining Pella Regional, Willis worked in a variety of health care executive leadership and business development roles, most recently for UnityPoint Health in Waterloo.

“I believe Pella Regional is a great fit for me as its mission is aligned with my values. Everyone here has been so welcoming and friendly. I look forward to working collaboratively with everyone in order to continue improving the health and lives of the patients and communities we serve.” said Willis. “It’s good to get back to the day to day operations of healthcare leadership, especially in the rural health care setting. The daily engagement with staff, patients and providers is something I enjoy.”