Leadership Team

Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of compassion and excellence, ensuring we deliver Remarkable Care. Right Where You Live.

Phillip M. Kambic, President and CEO of Riverside Healthcare

Phillip M. Kambic, MBA, LHD, FACHE

President and CEO, Riverside Healthcare

Phillip Kambic began serving as Riverside Healthcare's President and CEO in December 2005. Mr. Kambic has held various leadership roles including Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Riverside since 1985. Mr. Kambic received a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from Eastern Illinois University, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree and in 2025 was bestowed the Doctor of Humane Letters (LHD) from Governors State University. Under Mr. Kambic's leadership, Riverside Medical Center has earned Magnet designation and multiple redesignations, received multiple IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospital Awards and 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospital Awards; and started several Residency and Fellowship training programs at the hospital. Riverside has expanded its physical presence and geographic footprint, with sites of service in four counties and has more than tripled its net asset size. Mr. Kambic has a strong history of service on community and professional boards. He previously chaired the boards for the Illinois Health and Hospital Association (IHA), the Kankakee County Economic Development Association and the Kankakee Area YMCA; he continues to serve on the IHA board and on the Illinois Provider Trust board among others. Kambic is long-serving Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Patricia K. Vilt, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Patricia K. Vilt, CPA, MBA, MJ

Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Patricia (Patt) Vilt was named Senior Vice President and CFO in 2021. Ms. Vilt brings more than 25 years of healthcare finance experience with more than 20 of those in senior leadership positions. She has worked in healthcare finance, including reimbursement, budget, internal audit, and revenue cycle for the hospital and physician network. Ms. Vilt holds a CPA certificate (Illinois) and is a member of the AICPA, American College of Healthcare Executives, and the Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA). She is the board chair for the national board of 340B Health. She is a member of the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) and is the past president of the First Illinois Chapter. She serves on the Finance Committee for Uplifted Care and the Foundational Board for Kankakee Community College. Ms. Vilt earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Indiana University, her Master of Business Administration in Finance from Lewis University, and her Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law at Loyola University School of Law.

Ellen Bollino, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer

Ellen Bollino, RN, MSN, CEN

Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer

Ellen Bollino was appointed to her current position in 2025. Ms. Bollino brings 23 years of nursing experience to her role, including previous positions as Director of Nursing and Director of Emergency Services at several Chicago-area medical centers. She rejoined Riverside in her current role after previously serving the organization for 15 years. In her current position, Ms. Bollino oversees Inpatient Nursing, the Family Birthing Center, and Clinical Resource Management. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Olivet Nazarene University and her Associate of Nursing degree from Kankakee Community College. Ms. Bollino is a member of the Illinois Nursing Foundation American Nurses Association Bylaws Committee and holds certification as a Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN).

R. Matthew McBurnie, MBA, FCEP

Vice President of Public Relations and Communication

Matt McBurnie was appointed to his current position in 2015 after beginning his career at Riverside in 2007 as the Executive Director of the Foundation. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Olivet Nazarene University and his Master of Business Administration from the University of Illinois Chicago. Mr. McBurnie is a board member of Municipal Trust and Savings Bank, and the Kankakee Riverfront Society and previously served on the board for Olivet Nazarene University and GatheringPoint Church of the Nazarene. Mr. McBurnie is very active in the community, including previously serving as chairman of the Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce. He was the first to be chosen as Kankakee County's "Young Citizen of the Year." Mr. McBurnie is a Fellow in Charitable Estate Planning and an American College of Healthcare Executives member.

Stonewall McCuiston, Jr., MD

Vice President and Chief Medical Officer

Stonewall McCuiston, MD, was appointed to his current position in December 2022. Dr. McCuiston received his medical degree from the Meharry Medical College School of Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. He completed his combined internal medicine and pediatrics residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago. Dr. McCuiston is Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and the American Academy of Pediatrics. He serves as the Riverside Medical Center Medical Director of Resource and Care Management. Professional memberships include the American Medical Association, American College of Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Association of Physician Leadership and the American College of Physician Advisors. Along with serving on numerous professional committees and community boards, Dr. McCuiston earned Riverside's Golden Stethoscope Award in 2011, the Garden of Prayer Community Award and the Riverside Samaritan of the Year Award in 2018.

Benjamin McLain, MBA

Vice President of Operations

Benjamin McLain joined Riverside as VP of Operations in 2025. Mr. McLain brings more than 20 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience across various healthcare settings, including for-profit multispecialty physician-owned practices and not-for-profit hospital based health systems. In his current role at Riverside, he has executive oversight of Perioperative Services, Imaging Services, Laboratory Services, Pharmacy Services, the Heart and Vascular Institute, Neurosciences, Orthopedics, and Surgical Services. Mr. McLain holds dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Athletic Training and Biology, as well as a Master of Business Administration degree from Olivet Nazarene University. He has demonstrated expertise in strategic growth, financial stewardship, and service line development throughout his career.

Rebecca L. Schiltz, PT, MHS, MBA, LNHA

Vice President of Post-Acute Services

Rebecca (Becky) Schiltz was appointed in her current position in 2018. Ms. Schiltz began her career at Riverside in 1994 as a staff Physical Therapist and has since held various clinical and leadership roles at Riverside. Currently, she oversees Senior Life Communities, Behavioral Medicine, Rehabilitation Services, and Home Health Care. Ms. Schiltz earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Marquette University, her Master of Health Science degree in Orthopedic Physical Therapy from the University of Indianapolis, and her Master in Business Administration degree from DePaul University – graduating with distinction. She is a Licensed Physical Therapist and a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator in the State of Illinois. Ms. Schiltz is an active community member and volunteers for various local organizations. She is a current member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the Illinois Physical Therapy Association, and a member of the Kankakee Community College Physical Therapist Assistant Advisory Committee.

Dawn Willbarger, MBA

Vice President of Riverside Medical Group

Dawn Willbarger was appointed to her position in 2016, but Ms. Willbarger began her career at Riverside in 1992. Throughout her career, Ms. Willbarger has served as Director of Patient Access, Director of Revenue Cycle and most recently, Director of Revenue Cycle – Riverside Medical Group. Ms. Willbarger received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Governors State University and her Master of Business Administration from Olivet Nazarene University. She is very active in volunteering for local organizations, including her service on the Board of Directors and Compliance Committee for Uplifted Care.