Nevin George
Bergenfield,NJ
Summary
I am passionate about driving clinical excellence, fostering professional development, and enhancing operational efficiency within the rehabilitation field. Over the years, I have taken on leadership roles such as mentoring residents and students, leading research projects, and spearheading department-wide initiatives. These experiences have deepened my interest in shaping team culture, optimizing clinical workflows, and advancing patient care on a broader scale.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
The Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, NJ
06.2021 - Current
- Diagnose movement dysfunction and prescribe individualized treatment plans as an orthopedic clinical specialist (OCS) in an outpatient hospital-based facility
- Lead the development and planning phase of expanding outpatient rehab services to Montvale in 2025
- Provide strategic insights for the development of the OCS residency program as the OCS research faculty advisor and mentor
- Facilitate the development of clinical reasoning skills for the outpatient rehab department and guide research for department and community presentations
- Coordinated staff training to enhance emergency preparedness, utilizing the Stryker fire evacuation chair.
- Directed efforts in utilizing digital solutions and updated billing practices for rehabilitation services growth.
Physical Therapist
Professional Physical Therapy
Hackensack, NJ
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Evaluated patients by reviewing medical history, consulting on physical impairments, and diagnosing movement dysfunction to develop individualized treatment plans aligned with their goals.
- Implemented treatment plans through therapeutic exercises, skilled manual therapy, and patient education.
- Provided home exercise programs to optimize recovery and functional improvement.
Registrar
The Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, NJ
07.2012 - 08.2020
- Conducted patient pre-registration, registration, admission, and financial transactions while ensuring accurate information collection in a HIPAA-compliant manner
- Provided financial counseling, payer notification, and departmental support to facilitate a smooth admission process
- Assisted patients in navigating hospital services and supported peers during the Meditech 6.1 go-live transition to a new EMR system
Business Associate
The Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, NJ
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Scheduled patients for physical, occupational, and speech therapy while ensuring proper registration and documentation for outpatient services.
- Obtained insurance authorizations for Medicare and commercial insurance in a timely manner
- Trained and educated new hires on daily operations to ensure a smooth transition and continuity of administrative processes.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Stratford, NJ05-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Cell Biology & Neuroscience
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05-2016
Accomplishments
- Selected for The Valley Hospital’s 2024 Leadership Academy
- Featured in a recruitment and orientation video, "Careers at Valley: Hear from Physical Therapist"
- Recognized as a President Azzarra Scholar in 2017
Certification
- Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist: OR221217
- Licensed Physical Therapist in New Jersey: 40QA01953800
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist
The Valley Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Physical Therapist
Professional Physical Therapy
09.2020 - 06.2021
Business Associate
The Valley Hospital
11.2016 - 04.2017
Registrar
The Valley Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2020
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Cell Biology & Neuroscience
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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