An experienced leader in the health care industry, Tim Schmidt ran several hospitals managed by Community Health Systems, Inc. Most recently, he served as the interim CEO of Sparks Health System in Fort Smith, Arkansas, before accepting a position as the CEO of Bay Area Regional Medical Center in Webster, Texas. Alongside his day-to-day professional activities, Tim Schmidt maintains memberships in organizations such as the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE).

1. AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE
EXECUTIVES OFFERS FACHE CREDENTIAL
Tim Schmidt CEO

2. INTRODUCTION
 An experienced leader in the health care industry, Tim Schmidt ran
several hospitals managed by Community Health Systems, Inc. Most
recently, he served as the interim CEO of Sparks Health System in Fort
Smith, Arkansas, before accepting a position as the CEO of Bay Area
Regional Medical Center in Webster, Texas. Alongside his day-to-day
professional activities, Tim Schmidt maintains memberships in
organizations such as the American College of Healthcare Executives
(ACHE).
In its efforts to advance health care management worldwide, ACHE
oversees a variety of educational initiatives, including its FACHE
credential program, which gives health care executives the opportunity
to demonstrate their commitment to professional excellence. To be
eligible to apply for the FACHE credential, an individual must be
employed as a health care manager, have at least two years of previous
management experience, and possess a master’s or another graduate
degree.

3. AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE
EXECUTIVES
 Applicants will only be considered for a FACHE credential
once they have submitted supporting education and
employment documentation, passed ACHE’s Board of
Governor’s Examination, and met other ACHE
membership and community involvement requirements.
Prospective fellows are also required to take continuing
education courses and maintain ongoing employment in
health care management.
After earning their FACHE credential, fellows must
continue to take part in professional development, health
care, and community activities to qualify for recertification
every three years. For more information about the FACHE
credential program, visit www.ache.org.