Dana Parker
Windsor,CO
Summary
Experienced therapy professional with a strong background in clinical staff management and mentorship. Committed to improving patient outcomes and driving best practices within therapy services. I am very interested a new challenge specially with UC Health and I feel I would be an excellent leader creating a positive environment that encourages individualized growth and development and the desire to perform at a high standard. I am passionate about people and healthcare and I am excited to show you why I would be the absolute perfect fit for you and to lead this team.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Rehabilitation
Columbine Therapy Services/Columbine Commons Health and Rehab
06.2018 - Current
- Train staff on best practices for rehabilitation techniques and patient engagement strategies.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure comprehensive patient care strategies
- Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans to enhance patient recovery outcomes
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards in rehabilitation services and documentation processes.
- Foster a collaborative environment amongst therapists and interdisciplinary team for optimal patient support.
- Streamline workflows within the rehabilitation department to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
- Maintain appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
- Conduct regular performance reviews of staff members, offering constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for ongoing improvement.
Group Fitness Instructor
Genesis Health Clubs Previously Miramont
02.2008 - Current
- Design and implement engaging group fitness classes tailored to diverse participant needs.
- Cultivate a supportive environment, fostering community among members and encouraging consistent attendance.
- Monitor participant progress, providing personalized feedback to enhance performance and achieve fitness goals.
- Collaborate with management to develop innovative fitness programs that increased member engagement and retention.
- Trained and mentored new instructors, sharing best practices for effective class delivery and member interaction.
- Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels, promoting inclusivity and accessibility within group fitness classes.
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Columbine Therapy Services (Columbine Health Systems)
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Maintained full time caseload of primarily geriatric patients focused primarily on functional gains to promote maximal achievable potential
- Assessed patient needs to develop personalized treatment plans for optimal recovery.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance patient mobility and strength.
- Consistently met productivity standards while maintaining high-quality patient care and satisfaction levels.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for optimal treatment selection, resulting in improved clinical outcomes.
Rehab Physical Therapist
Columbine Therapy Services (Columbine Health Systems)
02.2002 - 06.2015
- Developed individualized treatment plans for diverse patient diagnoses (mostly geriatric) to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and rehabilitation strategies.
- Clinical Instructor for 10+ PT/PTA students, enhancing clinical skills and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Analyzed patient progress data to adjust rehabilitation approaches, ensuring optimal recovery trajectories.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Medical College of Ohio
Toledo, OH10-1999
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Clinical staff management
- Professionalism
- Schedule management
- Performance improvement
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Training and mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapist, Colorado 2002-present
Timeline
Director of Rehabilitation
Columbine Therapy Services/Columbine Commons Health and Rehab
06.2018 - Current
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Columbine Therapy Services (Columbine Health Systems)
06.2015 - 06.2018
Group Fitness Instructor
Genesis Health Clubs Previously Miramont
02.2008 - Current
Rehab Physical Therapist
Columbine Therapy Services (Columbine Health Systems)
02.2002 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Medical College of Ohio