Kimberly A. Estes
Oxford
Summary
Dynamic Senior Rehabilitation Director with extensive experience at Healthpro-Heritage, excelling in clinical compliance and quality assurance. Proven track record in staff management and business development, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong relationships. Adept at conflict resolution, driving initiatives that elevate patient care and optimize service delivery across multiple facilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Rehabilitation Director
Healthpro-Heritage
05.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations at Bishop Wicke CCRC, managing outpatient and inpatient service lines.
- Ensured compliance with HPH clinical and operational guidelines across multiple service lines.
- Supported Regional Vice Presidents with training and continuing education initiatives.
- Facilitated issue management for facilities within respective divisions.
- Coordinated contract initiation for new locations alongside Regional Vice Presidents.
- Assisted new Rehabilitation Directors in transitioning to HPH management systems.
Rehabilitation Director
Kindred At Home
12.2014 - 03.2018
- Oversee day to day operations of the therapy department of Kindred At Home in CT and MA
- Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives, safety committee meetings in each of the locations
- Work with Executive Director and Marketing department regarding business and staff development, budget process
- Partnered with Human Resources Department to recruitment efforts and staff issues
Therapy Supervisor
Family Care Visiting Nurse
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Developed policies and procedures to assure efficient modes of treatment and case management
- Responsible for monthly staff meetings, staff management and development including monthly educational meetings
- Director of Safety Committee
- Developed Quality Assurance process including incident investigation and response
Therapy Supervisor cont.
Family Care Visiting Nurse
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Worked with Marketing and Human Resources to develop strategic partnerships which enhanced referral base and staffing sources
Program Manager Occupational Medicine
Rehabilitation Associates Inc.
09.2003 - 05.2012
- Lead dynamic return to work program with emphasis on first responders
- Developed custom on-site injury prevention programs for employers
- Developed proposals for RFPs on State and City level for on-site therapy services
- Developed marketing plan for Occupational Health Rehabilitation Department
Physical Therapy Coordinator
WorkNET
06.2000 - 09.2003
- Lead team of therapists and support staff in daily function of workers compensation practice
- Evaluation and treatment of injured workers including job site analysis, FCE, and post-offer evaluations
Tutorial Instructor
Sacred Heart University
01.2000 - 05.2000
- Facilitated Neuro-anatomy tutorial classes in problem-based learning environment
Lab Instructor
Quinnipiac University
01.1998 - 05.2000
- Instructed Physical Therapy students in lecture format and lab experiences
Physical Therapist
Hospital of St. Raphael
12.1998 - 11.1999
- Evaluation and treatment of outpatient orthopedic and neurologic patients
- Conducted Functional Capacity Evaluations
Physical Therapist
Arthritis Center/Phoenix Physical Therapy
10.1997 - 12.1998
- Evaluation and treatment of Outpatient orthopedic patients
- Development of PACE program
Physical Therapist
Ahlbin Centers for Rehabilitative Medicine
10.1996 - 10.1997
- Evaluation and treatment of outpatient orthopedic and neurologic patients
- Conducted Functional Capacity Evaluations
Physical Therapist
New England Physical Therapy
01.1996 - 10.1996
- On-site treatment for employees of United Technologies in all locations within Connecticut
Education
Masters - Occupational Health and Safety
University of New Haven
01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Quinnipiac University
01.1995
Skills
- Clinical compliance
- Quality assurance
- Healthcare operations
- Staff management
- Business development
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
Certification
Certified Ergonomic Evaluation Specialist
Timeline
Senior Rehabilitation Director
Healthpro-Heritage
05.2020 - Current
Rehabilitation Director
Kindred At Home
12.2014 - 03.2018
Therapy Supervisor
Family Care Visiting Nurse
04.2012 - 12.2014
Therapy Supervisor cont.
Family Care Visiting Nurse
04.2012 - 12.2014
Program Manager Occupational Medicine
Rehabilitation Associates Inc.
09.2003 - 05.2012
Physical Therapy Coordinator
WorkNET
06.2000 - 09.2003
Tutorial Instructor
Sacred Heart University
01.2000 - 05.2000
Physical Therapist
Hospital of St. Raphael
12.1998 - 11.1999
Lab Instructor
Quinnipiac University
01.1998 - 05.2000
Physical Therapist
Arthritis Center/Phoenix Physical Therapy
10.1997 - 12.1998
Physical Therapist
Ahlbin Centers for Rehabilitative Medicine
10.1996 - 10.1997
Physical Therapist
New England Physical Therapy
01.1996 - 10.1996
Masters - Occupational Health and Safety
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Quinnipiac University