Began career in the military as physical therapist, dedicated and highly respected Naval Officer. Proven success in leadership, operational excellence and organizational development with keen understanding of elements of patient care. Recognized for inspiring management team members to excel and encouraging productive work environments. Experienced physical therapist with positions as staff as well as head of the physical department in settings in the states as well as overseas.
Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Enthusiastic physical therapist with the ability to be flexible in different therapy settings, with the ability to change assignments, which in the military requires moving every three years to a new duty station, a different hospital setting, and new staff. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding assessing patient care from evaluations, setting up treatment plans and goals as well as follow ups and communicating progress with family members, other health care personnel but most importantly establishing good rapport with the referring physicians.
After completing military service, continued working as a per diem physical therapist then as a traveler. Working in several states, obtaining several physical therapy state licenses throughout a seven year span including Florida, South Carolina, Wyoming, Rhode Island, Michigan, and Arizona.
With a desire to travel, desire to work with people, became a Flight Attendant. Employed 20 years flying domestic and international assignments. Highly skilled in responding to safety issues, emergency situations and remaining cool under pressure. Dedicated to exceptional customer service assisting passengers who had "special needs."
