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Max Houseknecht Jr. will lead River Valley Health & Dental, effective Feb. 15, after a national search effort was completed following the announced retirement of existing CEO James Yoxtheimer.
Houseknecht joined River Valley Health & Dental Center in 2012.
He holds a bachelor of science degree in management information systems & accounting from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (2008). He completed a master's in business administration at Fitchburg State University, Mass., in 2019. He is also a 2017 Leadership Lycoming graduate and has been an active volunteer serving on various committees for that organization, including most recently the Operating Committee (2018-2022).
"Max brings to this new role a passion for service to our patients, and he possesses the necessary mix of knowledge and skill to lead River Valley in the days ahead. The board is confident in his leadership ability that will enable us to continue to meet the health needs of our community," said board Chair Jean Myers. "While we are sad to say goodbye to Jim Yoxtheimer, we know that he (Yoxtheimer) is leaving the organization in a very good place and his retirement is well deserved."
Since 2017, Houseknecht has served as the Chief Financial Officer for River Valley with significant additional responsibility for facilities and Information Technology. He was instrumental in the establishment and operation of River Valley's pharmacy and had oversight of marketing and advocacy efforts to support the growth of the facility.
"I am honored and excited by the opportunity to harness the unique and motivated talent at River Valley as we face the challenge of finding new and better ways to provide exceptional service to the residents of the communities we serve," Houseknecht said.