Rachel Brown
Salisbury,MD
Summary
Dedicated Director of Rehabilitation with 16 years of experience working with geriatric population in occupational therapy setting . Well-versed in delivering effective rehabilitation services, documenting progress and meeting schedules. Patient and kind with a passion for helping patients to improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong nd effective management, organization and communication skills. Desiring a Certified Occupational Therapy assistant with the opportunity for career advancement.
Practiced Director of Rehabilitation oversees day-to-day operations of rehabilitation services to deliver highest standard of services with best possible outcome for residents. Maintains current COTA license and 18 years of healthcare, rehabilitation and therapy experience in long-term care facilities. Directs clinical management of rehab facility to foster quality improvement, excellent care planning and positive clinical utilization to meet program standards and guidelines.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Rehabilitation
Communicare Health Services
04.2023 - Current
- Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Contributed to the success of multidisciplinary team meetings by facilitating open communication between providers about patient progress and care plan adjustments.
- Fostered a culture of professional development, supporting staff members in pursuing advanced certifications and continuing education opportunities.
- Optimized workflow efficiencies through strategic scheduling, reducing wait times for therapy sessions.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations by maintaining accurate documentation and timely reporting.
- Liaised with patients, families and support departments to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance clinical decision-making and improve treatment outcomes.
- Developed programs appropriate to needs of residents in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
Assistant Director of Rehab
Powerback Rehabilitation
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
- Organized professional development workshops for staff members on topics such as cultural competency, ethics in healthcare, and evidence-based practice.
- Increased staff retention through effective training, mentorship, and performance evaluation systems.
- Managed departmental budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation for maximum patient benefit.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Powerback Rehabilitation
06.2012 - 09.2023
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in [Type] settings.
- Improved patient comfort and therapy participation by establishing rapport and trust through empathetic communication.
- Served as a resource within the occupational therapy community by mentoring students completing fieldwork experiences.
- Conducted group therapy sessions, fostering supportive community environment for patient recovery.
- Supported patients during transitions from hospitalization to outpatient or home-based rehabilitation settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health
Wilmington University
New Castle, DE12.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Philadelphia University
Philadelphia, PA06.2012
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Therapeutic Techniques Knowledge
- Sensory Processing Support
- Schedule Management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Professional networking
- Clinical expertise
Accomplishments
- Caregiver of the year 2022 (Maryland, Delaware, Virginia)
- Genesis Scholar 2011, 2012
Certification
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Physical Agent Modalities Certification
Personal Information
Title: Director of Rehabilitation
Timeline
Assistant Director of Rehab
Powerback Rehabilitation
09.2023 - 06.2024
Director of Rehabilitation
Communicare Health Services
04.2023 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Powerback Rehabilitation
06.2012 - 09.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Philadelphia University
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Health
Wilmington University