Brandi Pietryka

Managed the rehabilitation department for the facility, managing rehab staffing levels and patient care levels to meet clinical and operational needs. Ensured ongoing communication with patients,family members, nursing staff and therapy team members.

• Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
• Processed referrals/orders and set up new patients with correct therapist based on availability and particular specialties.
• Resolved patient complaints in a timely manner, ensuring a positive experience for all parties involved.
• Developed strong relationships with patients and family, fostering trust and loyalty to the clinic.
• Improved patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership skills in managing a diverse team of medical professionals and support staff.

Physical Therapist Assistant job description:

• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings for better coordination of care among healthcare professionals involved in the patients'' recovery process.
• Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
• Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
• Improved patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication about treatment plans.
• Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all therapy sessions were patient-centered and goal-oriented.

Home Healthcare Coordinator Job Description:

• Led inservices for Trilogy staff,assisted livings, and SNF's on emerging physical therapy techniques,transfer trainings, and fall risks, fostering culture of continuous learning.
• Educated patients on conditions and assisted with struggles or questions concerning treatment, potential outcomes and prognosis.
• Established strong working relationships with community partners to enhance referral processes for additional support services as needed.
• Served as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams to facilitate clear communication and understanding of treatment goals.
• Advocated for patient needs during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring their voices were heard in the decision-making process.
• Maintained professional demeanor while treating patients with respect and dignity.

• Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients within their homes in the community and Assisted living facilities focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.
• Developed effective communication skills while working with diverse populations of patients presenting various conditions such as dementia and Alzheimers, neurological disorders or orthopedic issues.
• Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interventions, progress notes, and billing information in electronic medical records.
• Developed strong patient rapport and trust through empathetic listening and consistent encouragement during the rehabilitation process.
• Provided compassionate care for geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities, focusing on improving strength, balance, and overall quality of life.