Ami Damani
Pearland
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist and former Director of Rehabilitation with over 15 years of clinical and operational experience. Seeking a Clinic Director position to leverage expertise in staff mentorship, regulatory compliance, and patient care optimization. Committed to driving practice growth and high-quality outcomes through evidence-based leadership.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Houston Methodist
05.2016 - 10.2022
- Delivered comprehensive musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and neurological evaluations in high-volume inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Clinical Leadership: Served as an APTA Certified Clinical Instructor, mentoring students and junior staff in best practices and documentation standards.
- Specialized Care: Utilized Certified McKenzie Method (MDT) for mechanical diagnosis and therapy, applying advanced problem-solving for complex spinal and extremity conditions.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partnered with physicians, case managers, and nursing staff to optimize discharge planning and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Maintained rigorous compliance with hospital and state standards regarding electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation.
Director of Rehabilitation
HCR ManorCare
07.2013 - 05.2016
- Operational Management: Directed full-scope rehabilitation department operations, ensuring strict adherence to company, state, and federal regulatory guidelines.
- Staff Management: Managed staffing, scheduling, and payroll, ensuring optimal productivity levels while maintaining high standards of care.
- Team Development: Facilitated recruitment, onboarding, and clinical education for new therapy staff; conducted annual performance evaluations and competency checks.
- Quality Assurance: Led utilization reviews and interdisciplinary meetings to monitor patient progress and compliance.
- Maintained a dual role as a full-time treating therapist (2013–2014) for geriatric, orthopedic, and neurological caseloads while managing department functions.
Physical Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
11.2010 - 07.2013
- Served as Backup Director of Rehabilitation, managing department logistics and staff supervision in the Director's absence.
- Developed comprehensive care plans and discharge strategies for patients in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities.
- Performed functional assessments and reassessments to maximize patient independence and safety.
Physical Therapist
Shri Giridhari Physical Therapy Clinic
04.2008 - 08.2009
- Managed a diverse outpatient caseload including adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients.
- Implemented manual therapy techniques including Maitland, Mulligan, and MET for spinal rehabilitation.
Education
Master of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Loma Linda University
Ash Hill, CA08-2010
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physical Therapy
Alva's College of Physiotherapy
Karnataka India03-2008
Skills
- Clinic Operations: Staffing, Scheduling, Utilization Review, Regulatory Compliance
- Clinical Expertise: McKenzie Method (MDT), Orthopedics, Geriatrics, Neurology
- Leadership: Team Mentorship, Performance Management, Interdisciplinary Communication
- Languages: English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi
Accomplishments
- Directed full-scope rehabilitation operations at HCR ManorCare, optimizing staffing and utilization reviews to ensure strict adherence to state and federal regulatory compliance .
- Leveraged advanced clinical expertise as a Certified MDT specialist and APTA Clinical Instructor to mentor staff, elevate patient care standards, and drive positive therapeutic outcomes .
- Brings over 15 years of diverse experience in managing complex orthopedic and neurological caseloads while ensuring operational efficiency and clinic growth .
Certification
- Texas State Licensed Physical Therapist (Active)
- Certified MDT (McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy): Exam Completed 2019
- APTA Certified Clinical Instructor
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Mulligan Concept Course
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Houston Methodist
05.2016 - 10.2022
Director of Rehabilitation
HCR ManorCare
07.2013 - 05.2016
Physical Therapist
Genesis Rehabilitation Services
11.2010 - 07.2013
Physical Therapist
Shri Giridhari Physical Therapy Clinic
04.2008 - 08.2009
Master of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Loma Linda University
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physical Therapy
Alva's College of Physiotherapy