Carrie Tyson
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Innovative healthcare executive and licensed Occupational Therapist with extensive experience advancing to Vice President of Therapy. Leverages clinical expertise and strategic leadership to optimize rehabilitation services and operational efficiency. Skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams, managing multi-site therapy operations, and fostering innovation in skilled nursing environments.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President of Therapy
Ignite Medical Resorts
Chicago, IL
2024 - Current
- Direct clinical, operational, and financial performance of physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs across 23 skilled nursing facilities among six different states and 150+ clinicians.
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight while opening two brand new 90-skilled bed facilities and acquiring three new facilities.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational standards while maintaining high-quality patient care outcomes.
- Implemented operational improvements that enhanced therapy service utilization and supported growth in rehabilitation revenue and patient outcomes, including:
- Part B therapy programming generating over one million in revenue in 2025 and
- Managed project integration of new platform for early identification and intervention,
- Re-evaluated and optimized workflows across three EMR systems to streamline documentation processes.
Director of Rehabilitation
St. Mary’s Manor
Blue Springs, MO
2012 - 2024
- Led daily operations of the rehabilitation department, overseeing occupational, physical, and speech therapy services.
- Managed clinical outcomes, staffing, scheduling, and regulatory compliance within a skilled nursing facility.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance patient outcomes, efficiency, and documentation quality.
- Mentored and supervised therapy staff while maintaining high standards of clinical practice and patient-centered care.
- Fostered a collaborative interdisciplinary environment among physicians, nursing leadership, therapists, and administrative partners.
Occupational Therapist
Carondelet Manor
Kansas City, MO
2010 - 2012
- Managed full patient caseload, conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, performing ongoing assessments, and facilitating discharge planning to enhance patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized plans of care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Conducted home safety assessments and coordinated care with patients and family members.
- Supervised COTAs, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards to maintain quality of care.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO01-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Benedictine College
Atchison, KS01-2007
Honors And Recognition
- McKnight’s Women of Distinction – Rising Star, 2025
- Lion of the Year, 2023
- Manager of the Quarter, 2022
- Benedictine College Women’s Basketball Team, 2003 – 2007
Certifications And Licensure
- Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR/L), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
- Licensed Occupational Therapist, State of Missouri
Timeline
Vice President of Therapy
Ignite Medical Resorts
2024 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation
St. Mary’s Manor
2012 - 2024
Occupational Therapist
Carondelet Manor
2010 - 2012
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Rockhurst University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Benedictine College