Sarah Gordon Murray
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Proactive Program Director with extensive experience with managing program operations and delivering impactful results specifically involving patient care coordination. Proven success in mentoring staff, leading interdisciplinary teams, and optimizing program effectiveness to enhance patient outcomes. Strong skills in clinical staff management, budgeting, and resource allocation, dedicated to advancing career and improving patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Lifepoint Health
10.2023 - Current
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Maintained a high standard of patient care by consistently evaluating program effectiveness and implementing improvements based on feedback from patients, staff, and healthcare partners.
- Increased staff efficiency through regular training, performance evaluations, and feedback sessions.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing comprehensive rehabilitation programs tailored to individual needs.
- Oversaw hiring processes for new staff members, ensuring top-quality talent was brought onto the team to promote exceptional patient care experiences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create holistic care plans addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of patients.
- Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration between therapists, support staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the rehabilitation process.
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Resolute Rehabilitation
01.2019 - 10.2023
- Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Liaised with patients, families and support departments to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
- Developed programs appropriate to needs of patients in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
- Promoted and followed facility infection control policies, procedures and OBRA guidelines to improve quality of care for health and safety of patients.
- Performed or oversaw initial patient assessments and evaluated response to treatment interventions.
- Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
- Collaborated with other departments to create seamless transitions for patients throughout their recovery journey.
Lead Physical Therapist
Cornerstone Hospital Group
10.2014 - 01.2019
- Implemented effective pain management techniques to improve overall patient comfort during treatment sessions.
- Consistently tracked progress using standardized outcome measures which allowed for adjustments in treatment plans when necessary.
- Promoted injury prevention through patient education on proper body mechanics, ergonomics, and exercise routines.
- Developed continuing education programs for staff members, promoting ongoing learning and skill development.
- Optimized communication with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of care for complex cases involving multiple health professionals.
- Achieved higher levels of functional independence in patients through goal setting and focused interventions.
Physical Therapist
SSM Health Shawnee Hospital
01.2011 - 10.2014
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Langston University
Langston, OK05-2010
Bachelor of Biological Sciences -
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Weatherford, OK05-2007
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2005
Skills
- Effective Leader
- Administration Knowledge
- Program Leadership
- Patient Care Coordination
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Safety
- Clinical Staff Management
Timeline
Program Director
Lifepoint Health
10.2023 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Resolute Rehabilitation
01.2019 - 10.2023
Lead Physical Therapist
Cornerstone Hospital Group
10.2014 - 01.2019
Physical Therapist
SSM Health Shawnee Hospital
01.2011 - 10.2014
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Langston University
Bachelor of Biological Sciences -
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
Rose State College
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