Ernie Torneros, OTR / CPAM
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in enhancing patient care and resource management across multiple organizations. Demonstrated ability to improve therapy operations, resulting in increased service delivery efficiency and patient independence. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to exceptional customer service and teamwork.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Resource
Aspen Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Oversee and support 41 skilled nursing facilities from Northern to Southern California, as well as general operations and staffing.
- Support conversion from contract to in-house therapy services.
Rehabilitation Director
Plum Healthcare
01.2013 - 12.2021
- Executed policies for patient admission, care, and records to uphold excellence standards.
- Evaluated patients to identify needs and deliver appropriate support.
- Scheduled providers based on patient needs to optimize resource utilization.
- Monitored patient care and adherence to policies across human resources.
- Managed key metrics for 99-bed skilled nursing facility effectively.
- Transitioned therapy operations from PPS to PDPM payment model, eliminating contract services.
Home Health Occupational Therapist
Eskaton Home Health
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Cultivated strong rapport with patients, enhancing trust and communication during therapy.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to identify functional limitations and establish realistic goals.
- Promoted patient independence through assessments and recommendations of adaptive equipment.
- Advocated for patients' rights, empowering them to manage personal well-being within healthcare system.
Rehabilitation Director
Select Therapies
01.2001 - 02.2012
- Evaluated and screened patients to assess needs and deliver appropriate support.
- Executed policies for patient admission, care, and records to uphold excellence standards.
- Scheduled providers based on patient requirements to enhance resource utilization.
- Developed outpatient program and managed billing for home health visits to three assisted living facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASkills
- Positive attitude and teamwork
- Customer service excellence
- Problem-solving expertise
Timeline
Rehabilitation Resource
Aspen Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Rehabilitation Director
Plum Healthcare
01.2013 - 12.2021
Home Health Occupational Therapist
Eskaton Home Health
01.2012 - 12.2013
Rehabilitation Director
Select Therapies
01.2001 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
San Jose State University
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