Vanessa Munoz
Harlingen,TX
Summary
Accomplished Therapy Program Manager and Physical Therapist Assistant at Veranda Rehabilitation and Healthcare, adept in clinical expertise and therapy staff management. Spearheaded program development initiatives, achieving significant milestones, and fostered multidisciplinary collaboration. Excelled in client relationship building and improved patient outcomes through innovative therapeutic interventions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PTA, Therapy Program Manager
Veranda Rehabilitation And Healthcare
07.2018 - Current
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations within the therapy department, as well as manage therapy schedules for all disciplines.
- Established strong relationships with other department heads, and all staff members.
- Ensuring support for program development initiatives within the therapy department.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Facilitate strong communication and relationship with the clinical leaders in the facility.
- Adhere to and assure compliance with Code of Conduct, facility policies and procedures and all applicable rules, regulations and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. This includes, but is not limited to, Department of Health, Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
- Communicate effectively with administration regarding therapy programs, goals, objectives, problems and successes.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Veranda Rehabilitation And Healthcare
05.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with physical therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing individual patient needs and goals.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics, posture correction, and home exercise routines to prevent future injuries.
- Improved patient mobility by implementing personalized therapeutic exercise programs and manual therapy techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX05.2011
Skills
Ethics and Professionalism
Written and verbal communication
Client Relationship Building
Clinical expertise
Quality Improvement
Appointment Scheduling
Therapeutic Intervention
Discharge Planning
Continuing education
Community Meetings
Meeting participation
Therapy staff management
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Employee Recruitment and Hiring
Employee Performance Evaluations
Financial Operations Oversight
Accomplishments
Was recognized as a Chief Therapy Officer (CTO), a company designation in 2020.
Was selected to attend the Annual Therapy Leadership Summit in 2023.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PTA, Therapy Program Manager
Veranda Rehabilitation And Healthcare
07.2018 - Current
Physical Therapist Assistant
Veranda Rehabilitation And Healthcare
05.2012 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
South Texas College
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