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Kathleen Sawyer

Kathleen Sawyer

Winter Springs,FL

Summary

Compassionate professional with over 20 years of experience in geriatric rehabilitation. Enthusiastic attitude that motivates others. Independent self-starter known for high productivity and creative problem solving. Effective collaboration with occupational therapists and other healthcare staff to develop strategies for improving individuals’ quality of life.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Rehabilitation

Powerback Rehabilitation
Orlando, FL
02.2025 - Current
  • Organized and coordinated the daily operations of the Rehabilitation department.
  • Developed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and streamline processes.
  • Evaluated performance metrics to drive continuous improvement in service quality.
  • Increased weekly average patient visit volume through efficient scheduling along with identification and targeting of at-risk patients.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, therapists, nurses, case managers, families, and other stakeholders involved in the care of patients.
  • Provided leadership to clinical staff in order to ensure quality patient care.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Powerback Rehabilitation
Winter Park, Florida
05.2022 - 01.2025

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Legacy Healthcare Services
Winter Springs, FL
04.2024 - 07.2024

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Avante At Ocala
Ocala, Florida
06.2015 - 03.2017

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Lodge Health And Rehabilitation
Ocala, FL
03.2008 - 07.2016

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Oakhurst Rehabilitation and Nursing
Ocala, FL
06.2000 - 12.2010

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Palm Garden of Ocala
Ocala, Florida
07.2005 - 04.2006

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL
06-2000

Skills

  • Strong written and oral communication with interdisciplinary team, patients, and family members
  • Career focus in geriatric rehabilitation
  • Effective development of meaningful treatment activities
  • Timely and accurate documentation
  • Interpersonal skills that foster collaboration
  • Clinical leadership
  • Process optimization
  • Time management
  • Team building
  • Schedule management
  • Goal setting

Timeline

Director of Rehabilitation

Powerback Rehabilitation
02.2025 - Current

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Legacy Healthcare Services
04.2024 - 07.2024

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Powerback Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 01.2025

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Avante At Ocala
06.2015 - 03.2017

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

The Lodge Health And Rehabilitation
03.2008 - 07.2016

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Palm Garden of Ocala
07.2005 - 04.2006

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Oakhurst Rehabilitation and Nursing
06.2000 - 12.2010

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

College of Central Florida
Kathleen Sawyer