Lauren Swindell
Missouri City
Summary
Dedicated Director of Rehabilitation with experience in leading teams, managing budgets, and developing individualized treatment programs that optimize patient recovery and improve functional abilities. Known for fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication, driving successful rehabilitation outcomes and enhancing patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
United Therapy Services
Houston
09.2025 - Current
- Evaluated patient conditions and developed personalized rehabilitation plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to align patient care and treatment goals for improved outcomes.
- Evaluated and assessed patients to set measurable goals, enhancing restoration of functional abilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, occupational therapists, and nurses, to enhance patient care plans.
Physical Therapist
GeriCare
Houston
10.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patient conditions to develop personalized rehabilitation plans that addressed individual needs.
- Educated families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals on physical therapy treatments and safety procedures to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
Director of Rehabilitation
Pivot Rehabilitation
Alvin
11.2020 - Current
- Directed budget allocation and resource utilization for rehabilitation services to ensure effective service delivery.
- Led implementation of evidence-based practices to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Formulated individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Coordinated communication between healthcare providers and patients to develop tailored recovery plans.
- Coordinated with insurance companies regarding coverage of treatments provided by the rehab facility.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Austin, TX12-2019
Master of Arts - Psychology
Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA05-2016
Skills
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Patient evaluation
- Treatment planning
- Manual therapy
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical reasoning
- Patient education
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Client relations
- Team leadership
- Budget management
- Continuing education
- Empathy and patience
Certification
- Texas Physical Therapy License
- BLS and CPR
Timeline
Physical Therapist
United Therapy Services
09.2025 - Current
Physical Therapist
GeriCare
10.2024 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation
Pivot Rehabilitation
11.2020 - Current
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Master of Arts - Psychology
Bucknell University