Ruth Kolody
Flemington,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Senior Physical Therapist with expertise in patient assessment and quality assurance in the outpatient setting. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective multidisciplinary collaboration and continuous learning.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Senior Physical Therapist
Hunterdon Health
Flemington, New Jersey
01.1999 - Current
- Oversee quality assurance initiatives such as chart reviews and audits to ensure compliance with standards of care.
- Facilitate communication among multiple departments within the organization including administration, marketing and finance teams.
- Facilitate ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Participate in professional development opportunities, including workshops and conferences, to stay current with advancements in physical therapy.
- Manage scheduling, documentation, and billing tasks in compliance with healthcare regulations and insurance requirements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, social workers, nurse care navigators, Director of Cancer Center, Registered Dietitians to optimize patient care plans.
- Evaluate and assess patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
Staff Physical Therapist
Somerset Medical Center
Somerville, New Jersey
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Evaluated and treated orthopedic and geriatric patients in the outpatient setting.
Staff Physical Therapist
Somerset Sports Medicine/Health South
Bridgewater, New Jersey
09.1990 - 01.1997
- Evaluated and treated orthopedic and geriatric patients in the outpatient setting
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY09-1990
Skills
- Licensed physical therapist
- Patient assessment
- Quality assurance
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Continuous learning
- Home health care experience
- Oncology rehabilitation
- Fall prevention strategies
- Lymphedema management
Certification
Licensed Physical Therapist since 1990
Timeline
Senior Physical Therapist
Hunterdon Health
01.1999 - Current
Staff Physical Therapist
Somerset Medical Center
01.1997 - 01.1999
Staff Physical Therapist
Somerset Sports Medicine/Health South
09.1990 - 01.1997
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Ithaca College