Shaina Watson
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with more than 20 years of diverse healthcare experience across home health, skilled nursing, assist living , and leadership roles. Proven ability to coordinate interdisciplinary care, analyze clinical documentation, communicate effectively with physicians and healthcare teams, and manage complex patient caseloads. Experienced in quality improvement, productivity management, staff mentoring, HIPAA compliance, and electronic medical records. Currently pursuing Oncology Data Specialist certification through AHIMA with a long-term goal of transitioning into remote clinical documentation, utilization management, quality, or healthcare operations.
Work History
Health Care Operations Specialist
5 Years 3 Months- Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, therapists, and case managers to optimize patient outcomes.
- Maintain detailed, timely electronic medical documentation while ensuring regulatory and HIPAA compliance.
- Independently manage a large home health caseload while prioritizing changing clinical needs.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences to develop and adjust patient care plans.
- Identify barriers to recovery and communicate recommendations to the supervising physical therapist.
- Maintain productivity standards while providing high-quality patient care in the home health setting.
Physical Therapist Assistant
5 Years 10 MonthsPhysical Therapist Assistant / Rehab Manager
- Supervised rehabilitation staff and assisted with scheduling and daily department operations.
- Monitored staff productivity and assisted with performance improvement initiatives.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings involving therapy, nursing, physicians, and social work.
- Mentored and trained new employees and therapy staff.
- Coordinated patient care plans while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards.
- Worked closely with leadership to improve workflow and patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist Assistant
3 Years 10 Months- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
Physical Therapist Assistant
5 Years 1 Month- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
Aegis Therapies
1 Year 4 MonthsProven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.