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Stephanie Mccarthy

Slinger,WI

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience as an Occupational Therapist and Skilled Inpatient Care Coordinator at Optum. Expert in case management and patient advocacy, successfully enhancing patient outcomes through effective discharge planning and community resource coordination. Proven ability to educate patients and families, ensuring adherence to best practices in rehabilitation and care.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Skilled Inpatient Care Coordinator

Optum/Home and Community Care
Milwaukee, WI
03.2019 - Current

Using my skills and knowledge as an Occupational therapist to manage members in skilled nursing facilities, adhering to CMS guidelines for skilled services to be covered under their health plan.

Collaborate with members/families that have UHC and Humana insurances, and are receiving skilled services, such as therapy and/or Nursing in a Nursing facility. I assist with community resources as well as assisting with safe discharge planning.

Occupational Therapist

Manorcare Pewaukee
Pewaukee, WI
03.2000 - 03.2019
  • Conducted patient assessments to determine individualized treatment plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance functional abilities.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on rehabilitation techniques and home exercises.
  • Monitored progress and adjusted therapy plans based on patient feedback and outcomes.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff in best practices for patient engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Mount Mary College
Milwaukee, WI
05-1997

Skills

Case management

Documentation

Patient education

Organizational skills

Patient advocacy

Documentation proficiency

Certification

Certified Lymphedema Therapist

Timeline

Skilled Inpatient Care Coordinator

Optum/Home and Community Care
03.2019 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Manorcare Pewaukee
03.2000 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

Mount Mary College
Stephanie Mccarthy