Molly Lowe
Calera,OK
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist and Rehabilitation Director with 31 years of orthopedic clinical experience across diverse settings, including skilled nursing and home health. Specializes in post-operative rehabilitation for hip, knee, and shoulder surgeries. Proven leader in rehabilitation program oversight, staff development, and regulatory compliance, with in-depth knowledge of OASIS and Medicare guidelines.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Director / Physical Therapist
King's Daughters and Sons SNF
Durant, Oklahoma
04.2019 - Current
- Provide clinical and operational leadership for the rehabilitation department while maintaining an active clinical caseload.
- Direct rehabilitation operations and oversee daily clinical and administrative functions.
- Perform physical therapy evaluations and provide skilled PT treatment to residents with orthopedic, post-surgical, neurological, and other functional impairments.
- Oversee rehabilitation productivity and scheduling to support efficient delivery of patient care and compliance with PDPM.
- Led rehabilitation quality assurance activities and conducted chart audits to ensure accurate and compliant documentation.
- Participate in multidisciplinary care plan meetings to coordinate patient goals, treatment plans, progress, and discharge needs.
- Collaborated with facility leadership in administrative meetings to optimize rehabilitation operations and improve patient care outcomes.
- Provide leadership, guidance, and support to rehabilitation staff.
- Participate in Medicare surveys and regulatory compliance activities within the skilled nursing setting.
Physical Therapist / Supervising Physical Therapist
Transitions Rehabilitation
Durant, Oklahoma
07.2014 - 03.2020
- Provide clinical care and rehabilitation leadership across skilled nursing and outpatient settings.
- Provide orthopedic physical therapy evaluation and treatment across diverse patient populations and clinical settings.
- Supervised operations across three skilled nursing facilities and one outpatient clinic, ensuring quality care delivery.
- Led and supported a team of 12 physical therapist assistants, enhancing clinical effectiveness and team cohesiveness.
- Participate in hiring, employee evaluations, scheduling, quality assurance, and chart audits.
- Oversee clinical documentation and promote compliance with Medicare and payer requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Utilize Rehab Optima electronic documentation.
- Participate in Medicare surveys and regulatory readiness activities within the skilled nursing setting.
PRN Physical Therapist
TMC Home Health
Durant, Oklahoma
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered skilled physical therapy services to enhance recovery for patients in home settings.
- Treated orthopedic patients post-joint replacement and other musculoskeletal conditions to promote functional independence in home environment.
- Provided evaluation, treatment, progression of therapeutic programs, patient/caregiver education, and functional mobility training.
- Utilized Kinnser EMR for clinical documentation.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care to ensure safe and effective recovery for patients in home health settings.
- Supervised PTAs
Physical Therapist / Supervising Physical Therapist
Encompass Home Health
Boswell, Oklahoma
02.2009 - 07.2014
- Delivered home-based physical therapy services while supervising multidisciplinary teams across extensive geographic areas.
- Provided orthopedic rehabilitation to home health patients, with extensive experience treating patients following hip and knee joint replacement and other orthopedic procedures.
- Treated patients with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including post-surgical and functional mobility impairments.
- Oversaw three Physical Therapist Assistants across seven counties, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with best practices.
- Participated in weekly interdisciplinary case conferences with nursing staff.
- Utilized HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) for electronic clinical documentation.
- Performed and documented care in accordance with home health, Medicare, and payer requirements.
- Developed practical experience with OASIS within the home health setting.
- Contributed to Medicare survey and regulatory compliance activities, enhancing adherence to standards within home health settings.
Physical Therapist
Grayson Home Health
Sherman, Texas
01.2008 - 02.2009
- Delivered skilled physical therapy services to patients across Grayson County, Texas, and Bryan County, Oklahoma.
- Managed treatment plans for orthopedic and post-surgical patients in home settings, ensuring personalized care.
- Supported establishment of new branch office in Durant, Oklahoma, facilitating service expansion.
- Maintained electronic clinical documentation.
- Assisted with opening a new branch office in Durant, Oklahoma.
Physical Therapist
The Rehabilitation Center
Sherman, Texas
05.2000 - 01.2008
- Delivered physical therapy services in outpatient and aquatic therapy settings, enhancing patient recovery experiences.
- Provided physical therapy in outpatient and aquatic therapy settings.
- Participated in quarterly case conferences with a medical advisory board consisting of local physicians and surgeons.
- Contributed to Joint Commission (JCAHO) certification activities, supporting compliance and quality standards.
- Engaged in planning and executing various nonprofit fundraising events.
Owner / Physical Therapist
Durant Physical Therapy, Inc.
Durant, Oklahoma
05.2005 - 02.2007
- Founded and operated a private physical therapy practice while providing direct patient care.
- Established insurance contracts to ensure sustainable revenue and managed daily business operations.
- Managed payroll and expense accounts to maintain financial accuracy and compliance.
- Developed experience in clinical operations, staff management, payer relationships, and business administration.
- Supervised clerical and clinical staff.
- Gained expertise in clinical operations, staff management, payer relationships, and business administration to enhance practice efficiency.
Physical Therapist
MCSO Hospital
Durant, Oklahoma
07.1995 - 05.2000
- Delivered physical therapy services in acute care, outpatient, and home health settings to address diverse patient needs.
- Treated orthopedic and medically complex patients, facilitating recovery across multiple care levels.
- Conducted evaluations and treatments, and provided functional mobility training and patient education to enhance patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Oklahoma City, OK05-1995
Skills
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Joint replacement rehab
- Home Health Orthopedic Care
- Program leadership
- Staff supervision
- Care planning
- Quality Assurance & Chart Audits
- Rehabilitation Scheduling & Productivity
- Rehabilitation Program Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Care Planning
- Clinical Staff Supervision & Mentorship
- Regulatory compliance
- Program Operations & Continuous Improvement
- Patient-Centered Care
- Operations improvement
- Relationship management
- Operational Strategy
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Team Leadership
Certification
- Oklahoma Physical Therapist License: #2365 Current
- Texas Physical Therapist License: #1133726 Current
- Arkansas Physical Therapist License: #4379 Current
Timeline
PRN Physical Therapist
TMC Home Health
07.2021 - 06.2022
Rehabilitation Director / Physical Therapist
King's Daughters and Sons SNF
04.2019 - Current
Physical Therapist / Supervising Physical Therapist
Transitions Rehabilitation
07.2014 - 03.2020
Physical Therapist / Supervising Physical Therapist
Encompass Home Health
02.2009 - 07.2014
Physical Therapist
Grayson Home Health
01.2008 - 02.2009
Owner / Physical Therapist
Durant Physical Therapy, Inc.
05.2005 - 02.2007
Physical Therapist
The Rehabilitation Center
05.2000 - 01.2008
Physical Therapist
MCSO Hospital
07.1995 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
CLINICAL & REGULATORY EXPERIENCE
31 years of orthopedic physical therapy experience Extensive home health orthopedic rehabilitation experience Joint replacement rehabilitation: hip, knee, and shoulder Post-surgical and fracture rehabilitation Home health OASIS experience Medicare and payer compliance Medicare survey participation in home health and skilled nursing Joint Commission certification experience HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) Kinnser EMR Rehab Optima Interdisciplinary case conferences and care planning Rehabilitation quality assurance and chart auditing