Tanya Malave
Miami,FL
Summary
Licensed Physical Therapist with over 6 years of experience in acute, outpatient, and inpatient rehabilitation, and 1+ years as a Rehabilitation Program Manager. Proven expertise in interdisciplinary care coordination, functional status documentation, and compliance auditing. Strong command of IRF standards and clinical documentation integrity. Dedicated to advancing patient outcomes through accurate assessment, team collaboration, and regulatory adherence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Baptist Health South Florida Doctor's Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Deliver evidenced-based physical therapy services in a high-acuity hospital setting.
- Collaborate with medical teams to establish individualized goals that support functional progress and discharge readiness.
Physical Therapist
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
09.2018 - Current
- Provide skilled physical therapy services in a 25-bed multidisciplinary inpatient rehabilitation facility, treating a wide spectrum of diagnoses including TBI, CVA, amputations and complex neurological conditions. Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans for orthopedic, neurological and gait/balance disorders in an outpatient setting.
- Care Tool certified, proficient in outcome tracking and functional measurement.
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist (Vodder technique)
- Participate in chart audits, schedule reviews, and interdisciplinary rounds to optimize patient outcomes and regulatory compliance.
- Provided interim supervisory support including daily review of patient minutes and goal progression to ensure compliance and optimize reimbursement.
Rehabilitation Program Manager
Healthpro Heritage
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Oversaw all aspects of rehabilitation services in a senior living community setting managing PT, OT and SLP caseloads.
- Collaborated daily with physicians, nursing an administrative staff to ensure interdisciplinary alignment on patient care plans
- Conducted clinical documentation audits for regulatory compliance; reported directly to the Regional VP.
- Coordinated therapy staffing, coverage, credentialing and team education.
- Maintained personal caseload while managing operations- balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities effectively.
Physical Therapist
Luna Care Physical Therapy
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Provided in-home and community-based therapy to post-acute and chronic care patients.
- Documented functional improvements and patient education thoroughly for billing and care coordination.
Associate Public Health Sanitarian I
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
05.2012 - 04.2016
- Supervised field staff performing environmental health inspections; trained new inspectors in compliance protocols and procedures.
- Reviewed inspection reports and implemented corrective action plans.
- Provided support to food service establishments to ensure compliance with current City and State rules and regulations.
Public Health Sanitarian II
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
11.2006 - 05.2012
- Conducted food service inspections across NYC boroughs for compliance with cit/state public health codes.
- Participated in interagency task forces and undercover investigations.
- Mentored incoming academy staff in sanitation practices and regulatory interpretation
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Miami
Miami, FL05-2018
Master of Public Health - Community Health
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY02-2010
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY08-2004
Skills
- Licensed Physical Therapist
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist
- BLS-Current
- Native English and limited working proficiency in Spanish
Timeline
Rehabilitation Program Manager
Healthpro Heritage
06.2023 - 10.2024
Physical Therapist
Baptist Health South Florida Doctor's Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist
Luna Care Physical Therapy
04.2021 - 07.2021
Physical Therapist
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital
09.2018 - Current
Associate Public Health Sanitarian I
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
05.2012 - 04.2016
Public Health Sanitarian II
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
11.2006 - 05.2012
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Miami
Master of Public Health - Community Health
Brooklyn College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Stony Brook University
Similar Profiles
TAYLOR MOLLERETAYLOR MOLLERE
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit at Baptist Hospital, Baptist Health South FloridaRegistered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit at Baptist Hospital, Baptist Health South Florida
Damian GreyDamian Grey
Senior Lead Patient Transporter at Baptist Health South Florida, South Miami HospitalSenior Lead Patient Transporter at Baptist Health South Florida, South Miami Hospital
GRACE BIGGERSGRACE BIGGERS
Emergency Room Technician at Baptist Health South Florida - Homestead HospitalEmergency Room Technician at Baptist Health South Florida - Homestead Hospital
Jason BaezJason Baez
Aviation Machinist's Mate at Silver Wings AerospaceAviation Machinist's Mate at Silver Wings Aerospace
Mariedys Lopez ArencibiaMariedys Lopez Arencibia
Notary Public at Zory Immigration SolutionsNotary Public at Zory Immigration Solutions