Los Angeles-Based Rockport Healthcare Services Names Healthcare Veteran Vincent S. Hambright as New CEO

LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockport Healthcare Services, a provider of administrative and consulting services to medical providers, including post-acute care and alternative care facilities throughout California and Texas, today named Vincent S. Hambright as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 16.

Mr. Hambright brings to Rockport more than 30 years of experience in the post-acute care industry, having served in several top management roles, including as administrator, vice president of operations, president and chief operating officer, at both large corporations and small family-owned companies nationwide.

"We are extremely pleased that Vincent has agreed to accept the position of CEO," said Alain Kuppermann, General Counsel of Rockport. "The breadth and depth of his experience and his track record of success will ensure that we continue to improve and grow the services we provide to our clients, their patients and staff."

For the last eight years, Mr. Hambright served as President and Chief Operations Officer at Healthcare Management Services, based in Glendale, Calif.

Mr. Hambright has a history of positively addressing issues and working in tandem with State and Federal agencies to improve patient care.

"I believe it is critical to get to know the facilities and their staff first-hand, as well as their patients' needs," said Mr. Hambright, who has a reputation for conducting in-depth quality rounds through interviews with both line staff and patients. "I started out in housekeeping and laundry in this industry so I recognize the value every member of our team, regardless of position, has to our organization.

"I am excited about the opportunities at Rockport," he said. "The company serves an important function and I look forward to finding ways to upgrade patient care and be at the forefront of advancing the quality of the lives of our residents."

Mr. Hambright holds a B.S. degree in healthcare management from the University of La Verne.

SOURCE Rockport Healthcare Services