Julie Segars
Summary
I am a solution-oriented healthcare leader with a strong focus on detail and achieving outcomes. I possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills. With over 20 years of diverse experience, I have worked in various settings within the healthcare industry specifically the geriatric population. Currently, I serve as a leader within my team and I am eager to utilize my skill set to excel as the Skilled Inpatient Care Coordinator at NaviHealth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Rehabilitation
Reliant Rehabilitation
09.2021 - Current
- Enhance patient outcomes by developing and implementing innovative rehabilitation programs.
- Streamline operational processes for increased efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Increase staff retention through effective training, mentorship, and performance evaluation systems.
- Effective in corresponding and fostering relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders
Speech-Language Pathologist
The Weston Group
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, patients and families to ensure efficient, smooth and prompt transitions of care.
- Provided professional development opportunities for colleagues by organizing workshops on current trends in speech-language pathology practices.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and maintaining open lines of communication with families regarding progress updates.
Recruiter/Speech and Language Pathologist
Elite Integrated Therapy
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
- Enhanced recruitment process for faster hiring by utilizing various sourcing tools such as job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Collaborated effectively with patients' health care teams to establish optimal discharge.
- Streamlined communication between candidates and hiring managers, leading to higher satisfaction on both sides.
Director of Rehabilitation
HealthPro Heritage
07.2013 - 09.2019
- Led continuous quality improvement initiatives resulting in improved facility performance metrics.
- Spearheaded the successful expansion of rehabilitation services to meet growing community needs.
- Managed departmental budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation for maximum patient benefit.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, leading to increased referrals and revenue growth.
- Coordinated comprehensive discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition from rehabilitation to home or other facilities.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Science And Disorders
Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, SCAssociate of Science - Health Science
Clemson University
Clemson, SCSkills
- Critical Thinking
- Regulatory Compliance
- Effective Communication
- Team Leadership
- Effective Time Management
- Strong Medicare and Medicaid Background
- Self-driven, Solution-Centered
- Case Management
- Detail oriented
- Proven ability to handle multiple tasks/demands
Certification
- License - Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology - American Speech Language and Hearing Association
- Certified Dementia Practitioner - National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners
Timeline
Director of Rehabilitation
Reliant Rehabilitation
09.2021 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
The Weston Group
02.2021 - 09.2021
Recruiter/Speech and Language Pathologist
Elite Integrated Therapy
09.2019 - 01.2021
Director of Rehabilitation
HealthPro Heritage
07.2013 - 09.2019
Master of Science - Communication Science And Disorders
Medical University of South Carolina
Associate of Science - Health Science
Clemson University