Lauren Buckalew
Tuscaloosa
Summary
Healthcare professional with robust track record in clinic management, focusing on optimizing patient care and clinic efficiency. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and consistently achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable, with strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist, Co-Owner
Physiolete Therapy and Performance
10.2019 - Current
- Coordinated leadership and development opportunities for staff members.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to attract new patients and grow the practice.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment promoting teamwork among staff leading towards better productivity.
- Established strong relationships with insurance companies for smooth claims processing and prompt reimbursements.
- Recruited trained, and supervised a team of medical professionals to ensure high-quality healthcare delivery.
- Coordinated community outreach efforts creating awareness about the clinic''s services enhancing visibility.
- Established protocols focused on preventive care ultimately reducing hospital readmissions rates.
- Managed clinic budget to maximize resources and maintain financial stability.
- Enhanced clinic reputation through excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient referrals.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing medical practices.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
Physical Therapist
Drayer Physical Therapy
10.2015 - 10.2019
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist
Medicomp
07.2015 - 10.2015
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
Sports Physical Therapy Resident
The University of Mississippi Medical Center
06.2014 - 06.2015
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Pre-Physical Therapy
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05.2011
Skills
- Patient relations
- Injury prevention
- Clinical reasoning
- Budget management
- Facility oversight
- Business development
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Time management
- Sports injury management
- Patient assessment
- Operations management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Mississippi State Board of Physical Therapy
- License Number: PT5550
Awards
Neva Greenwald Physical Therapy Award 2014, Physical Therapy Scholastic Award 2014, Physical Therapy Academic Excellence Award 2014, Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society 2013-2014, Alpha Eta National Honor Society 2013-2014, Mississippi College Hall of Fame 2010-2011, Hap Hudson Kinesiology Award 2010-2011, Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities 2010, Mortar Board National Honor Society 2010-2011, The SGA Outstanding Service Award 2010
Community Service
- Habitat for Humanity, 2009, Present
- American Heart Association Heart Walk, 2011, Present
- Jackson Free Clinic, 2010, Present
- Church of the Highlands Serve Day
Affiliations
- American Physical Therapy Association 2011-Present
- Mississippi Physical Therapy Association 2011-Present
Publications
- Evidence Based Treatment of Upper and Lower Extremity Tendinopathies: Patellar Tendinopathy. University of Mississippi Medical Center 2015. Mark F. Reinking, PT, PhD, SCS, Lauren Buckalew, DPT
- Return to Function After ACL Reconstruction, Patellar Tendon vs. Hamstring Tendon Autografts: A Systematic Review, University of Mississippi Medical Center 2013. Emily McVey, M.D., Ryan Black, SPT, Lauren Cooper, SPT, Blake Giles, SPT, Quincy Harvey, SPT, Clarence Holmes, SPT, Michael Princiotta, SPT
- Aquatic Therapy in Patients with Fibromyalgia: A Systematic Review, University of Mississippi Medical Center 2013. Kim Curbow Wilcox, DPT, PhD, NCS, Lauren Cooper, SPT, Meredith Flowers, SPT, Kelly Parish, SPT, Brittany Whittington, SPT
LEADERSHIP
- Mississippi Physical Therapy Association 2011-2014
- Class of 2014 Representative
- Christian Friends Foundation, Hattiesburg, MS 2005 – Present
- Student Activities Coordinator
- Nenamoosha Social Tribe, Mississippi College
- President 2009-2010
- Vice President 2009
- Student Government Association, Mississippi College
- Sophomore Class Vice President 2008-2009
- Freshman Class Senator 2007-2008
Professional Activities
Guest Lecturer - UMMC, UA, William Carey
Wagners Run Group
Couch to 5K
Journal Club
Timeline
Physical Therapist, Co-Owner
Physiolete Therapy and Performance
10.2019 - Current
Physical Therapist
Drayer Physical Therapy
10.2015 - 10.2019
Physical Therapist
Medicomp
07.2015 - 10.2015
Sports Physical Therapy Resident
The University of Mississippi Medical Center
06.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Pre-Physical Therapy
Mississippi College
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
University of Mississippi Medical Center
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