Sorcha Cox
Fort Thomas,KY
Summary
Compassionate, enthusiastic and dynamically talented Doctor of Physical therapy with over five years of experience working with variable patient populations such as orthopedic, geriatric, neurologic, vestibular, chronic pain, and athletes. Certified in LSVT-BIG and currently completing two other post graduate certifications: Mechanical Diagnosis Therapy via The McKenzie Institute and a dry needling certification via the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. Caring for patients satisfies my professional and personal desire to use health and wellness as a tool to improve others' lives. Seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges while practicing values such as inclusion, integrity, excellence and collaboration to optimize patient outcomes and function.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist - FLOAT
St. Elizabeth Home Care/CommonSpirit
01.2023 - Current
- Float physical therapist among the Tri-state area (KY, OH, IN) focusing on post-acute care agency admissions (OASIS-E) via Home Care Home Base EMR including medication reconciliation and development of a 90 day, patient-specific plan of care
- Manages chronic diseases along with the associated functional impairments through evidence-based treatment interventions
- Recommends environmental adaptations, durable medical equipment recommendations, safety recommendations, and completes outside referrals to the appropriate providers
- Provides physical therapy treatment, including patient/family education, development of home exercise programs, and making recommendations for discharge
- Manages acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Physical Therapist FT to PRN
Gateway Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Evaluates clients, develops goals, establishes treatment plans, and ensures the plan is implemented for niche patient populations of CARF-accredited status including not limited to: Brain Injury, Stroke and Amputation Specialty Program candidates
- Adheres to the APTA code of ethics guidelines, all regulatory agency guidelines, and all Healthcare System and departmental policy and procedures
- Exhibits profoundly dynamic and adaptable clinical skills, flexing my time between outpatient (75%) and acute care (25%)
- Maintained an outpatient caseload between 28-37 patients while collaborating daily with ST, OT, MDs, RNs for best practice when full-time
- Facilitated referrals (>3-5 a week) specifically for the McKenzie Therapy or LSVT-BIG
- Provides physical therapy treatment, including patient/family education, development of home exercise programs, and making recommendations for discharge
- Nominated for Rehab Rockstar of the Month five times secondary to positive patient survey outcomes (25) and managerial recommendations (3-4)
- Managed high-volume caseload
- Maintain a professional image, markets services offered while performing day to day responsibilities, and completes all other related duties as assigned
Physical Therapist PRN
CommuniCare Health Services
07.2020 - Current
- Evaluate and treat medically complex short & long-term residents in three separate skilled nursing facilities following a decline in function
- Locations have over 110 beds on average, thus supervising > 6 PTAs
- Ensure continuity of care by creating and implementing evidence-based patient management and clear lines of communication with physicians
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Conduct clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST REHAB COORDINATOR: CONTRACT
Aegis Therapies
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Established two new outpatient therapy clinics and was responsible for the management and revenue generating outcomes in close collaboration with the regional Director of Rehabilitation per contracted location
- Managed all patient care per location which included: effectively creating a caseload of 25-30 patients per clinic, acquiring insurance authorizations, executing proper billing practices per insurer, building and maintaining a clean, OSHA-compliant clinic
- Worked collaboratively with each facility's Executive Director and three home health agencies to facilitate cohesive Part A & B Medicare services
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Facilitated on-boarding of 2 PTAs/1 OT secondary to abundant caseload
HOME CARE PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Henry Community Health Home Care & Hospice
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Developed, implemented, and supervised the home care plan for the physical rehabilitation of patients, under the direction of the attending physician and clinical branch leadership
- Performed initial evaluations and established care plan, including environmental modifications, for continued needs based on the patient assessment
- Home care radius of travel included 11+ counties, maintaining an average PT caseload of nearly 40 patients, seeing 6-7 a day with up to 60+ minute drive times
- Documented vitals, mobility, G-codes, while supervising 3-4 PTAs
- Participated in weekly case conferences, summary reports, quarterly record review, annual program review and in-services/orientations
- Supervised performance of ancillary personnel, documented progress, reported to the Director/Manager and Clinical Supervisors any problem or potential problem
OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Cutting Edge Physical Therapy
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Constructed unique care plans in the private practice/outpatient setting to improve functionality/return-to-work status following injury/disability
- Treated a variable caseload: ACL repairs, total knee/hip/shoulder replacements, neuro, etc., ages 8-90+ years; average visits: 12+ daily
- Completed examinations assessing range of motion, strength & pain of each patient, focusing on McKenzie Diagnosis Therapy
- Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
- Maintained a professional image, marketed services offered while performing day to day responsibilities, and completed all other related duties as assigned
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
Trine University
Fort Wayne, IN2018
Skills
- Active State Licensure: Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana
- Knowledge of assessment techniques and anticipated outcomes
- LSVT-BIG certified
- McKenzie Diagnosis therapy certification in progress: courses A-C complete of A-D
- Electronic Medical Record Experience: Casamba, Rehab, Home Care Home Base, Optima/NetHealth, PointCare, Raintree, Roadnotes/API, Redoc, TheraOffice, Cerner/Matrix, WellSky, paper documentation
- CPR/BLS certified
- Expert level written and verbal communication skills
- Assisted with orienting and mentoring staff (12) PT/PTA students/new hires
- Demonstrated ability to achieve ambitious goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Good interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
- Team training proficiency: trained as a Super User on WellSky EMR then systematically instructed implementing the EMR throughout the hospital
- Knowledge of exercise graded therapeutic exercise
- Expert level knowledge of functional testing
- Excellent leadership skills including conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Nominations (over 5) for "Rehab Rock Star" at Gateway Rehab Hospital (2022)
- Nominated for the "Zapp Award" at CommuniCare Health in 2020/21
- Offered Clinic Director position after 1 year of work-experience
- Anderson University Dean's List: 2011-2015
- All-Sports Academic All-Conference (2012-2015)
- All-Tournament Team Second Baseman (2014)
- Member of 2012-2015 HCAC Conference Championship softball teams
- Member of 2013 HCAC Regional Championship & World Series Competitor
Timeline
Physical Therapist - FLOAT
St. Elizabeth Home Care/CommonSpirit
01.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist FT to PRN
Gateway Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2022 - Current
PHYSICAL THERAPIST REHAB COORDINATOR: CONTRACT
Aegis Therapies
06.2021 - 03.2022
Physical Therapist PRN
CommuniCare Health Services
07.2020 - Current
HOME CARE PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Henry Community Health Home Care & Hospice
08.2019 - 06.2021
OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Cutting Edge Physical Therapy
07.2018 - 08.2019
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
Trine University
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