Andy Denestan
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Motivated Director of Physical Therapy with 6 years of experience coordinating all activities related to rehabilitation services. Positive and encouraging professional well-versed in allocating budgets, developing and implementing rehabilitation therapies and recruiting and training staff. Expertise in operations and staff management. Committed to achieving best possible outcomes for patients while cultivating strong relationships with health-related professionals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Physical Therapy
Procare Therapy Services
02.2019 - Current
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Created customized care plans, working with primary doctors, staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Collaborated and interacted with physicians and nursing management regarding patient flow, operational matters, and quality of care incentives.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional development.
- Evaluated facility equipment needs regularly to maintain state-of-the-art resources for optimal patient care provision.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Conducted meetings with team to discuss patients progress, discharge planning and patient plans of care.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Developed continuing education programs to keep staff up-to-date on industry advancements and best practices.
Physical Therapy Department Manager
Back In Motion Rehabilitation
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Managed contract negotiations with insurance providers, securing favorable reimbursement rates for the department and promoting financial stability.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
- Developed strategic marketing initiatives targeting potential clients within the community, leading to increased clinic visibility and brand recognition.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment protocols and optimizing therapy schedules.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of high-quality care combined with exceptional customer service skills from all team members.
Personal Trainer
Bally's Total Fitness
02.2010 - 08.2013
- Conducted comprehensive fitness assessments, setting realistic goals for each client''s unique needs and abilities.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Enhanced gym member satisfaction by providing one-on-one consultations and group training sessions.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
- Counseled participants on nutrition to help reach fitness goals.
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions including progress notes, goal tracking updates allowing for easy assessment adjustments when needed.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
Private Personal Trainer
Self Employed Services
01.2007 - 03.2013
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Led aerobics, yoga, core strength and kickboxing classes.
- Utilized effective record-keeping system for tracking customer information.
- Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.
- Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
- Developed and implemented fitness assessment system to evaluate progress of participants.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing attentive support and guidance during training sessions.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients, promoting long-term retention rates within the business.
- Adapted workouts for clients with special needs or medical conditions, allowing them to safely participate in physical activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05.2014
No Degree - Mortgage Broker
Gold Coast Schools
Miami, FL06.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Johnson & Wales University - North Miami
Miami, FL05.2001
Skills
- Resource Allocation
- Care Delivery
- Inventory and restocking
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Risk Management
- Organizational Goal Development
- Compliance Advisory
- Rehabilitation Programs
- Schedule Management
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Patient Relations
- CPR/AED
- Electrotherapy Modalities
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Prosthetic Training
- Home Health Care
Languages
English, French, Haitian Creole
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Physical Therapy
Procare Therapy Services
02.2019 - Current
Physical Therapy Department Manager
Back In Motion Rehabilitation
01.2014 - 01.2019
Personal Trainer
Bally's Total Fitness
02.2010 - 08.2013
Private Personal Trainer
Self Employed Services
01.2007 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy Assistance
Miami Dade College
No Degree - Mortgage Broker
Gold Coast Schools
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Johnson & Wales University - North Miami
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