Negotiated with insurance companies and other payers to secure coverage for client services.
Met regularly with supervisor to review caseloads, provide updates on client progress and status changes, discuss any potential issues or concerns related to cases being managed.
Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely documentation and reporting.
Monitored client progress towards meeting goals and objectives in treatment plan.
Director of Therapy
Foursquare Health Care
Dallas, TX
11.2016 - 08.2021
Monitored outcomes of patients undergoing Physical Therapy treatments, adjusting as necessary based on results.
Maintained accurate records of patient treatments and outcomes.
Reviewed medical charts, physician orders, and other documentation relevant to therapy treatments.
Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Foursquare Health Care
Dallas, TX
02.2016 - 11.2016
Reviewed medical charts, physician orders, and other documentation relevant to therapy treatments.
Maintained a safe environment throughout all therapy sessions by adhering to safety protocols.
Documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format.
Implemented modalities including ultrasound, electrical stimulation or hot and cold packs under the direction of a therapist.
Taught patients in the use of adaptive equipment.
Evaluated home environments for safety hazards and accessibility issues related to mobility needs.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Demonstrated proper body mechanics when assisting patients with transfers from bed/toilet to chair or wheelchair.
Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
Monitored vital signs during therapy sessions, reported any changes promptly to supervising therapist.
Adapted treatment plans based on patient feedback regarding pain levels or difficulty performing activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL
05-2015
Skills
Excellent communication skills
Experience with wheelchair management and proper positioning
Excellent time management and documentation skills
Experience with geriatric therapy
Experience with therapeutic exercise in the presence of multiple comorbidities
Ability to demonstrate and educate in a clear manner in the presence of hearing, visual, or cognitive deficits
Experience in adapting the environment and increasing safety in the home in order to increase patients' independence and prevent further decline or injury