Veronica Carter
Summary
Physical Therapist with over 30 years of experience providing quality care to patients in a variety of health care settings.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehab Coordinator
Life Enriching Communities
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Assist Director of Therapy with coordinating purchasing for the department
- Plan daily rehabilitative services that are consistent with the goals and policies of the organization
- Assign tasks and cases to staff
- Assist staff to ensure proper level of care is delivered
- Handle administrative functions of LEC community rehabilitation program
- Maintains a safe, secure and compliant work environment
- Establish and maintain a high level of quality
- Abide by Code of Conduct and report any violations
Rehab Manager
Blue Sky Therapy
12.2016 - 11.2022
- Manage caseload and daily operations of rehab dept in addition to treatment of a variety patients on a daily basis
- Executed and complied with policies regarding patient admission, care and records to maintain standards of excellence for patients and families.
- Evaluated and screened patients to determine needs and provide necessary support.
- Scheduled providers according to patient need to use resources efficiently.
Contingent Physical Therapist
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
09.2007 - 08.2020
- Evaluated and treated orthopedic, medically complex and neurological patients on a prn basis
- Improved patient mobility by designing personalized exercise programs.
- Enhanced physical function with targeted therapeutic exercises.
Rehab Manager
River Rock Rehab
04.2013 - 12.2016
- Managed PT/OT/ST daily operations in addition to daily treatment of PT caseload
- Executed and complied with policies regarding patient admission, care and records to maintain standards of excellence for patients and families.
- Evaluated and screened patients to determine needs and provide necessary support.
- Scheduled providers according to patient need to use resources efficiently.
- Organized Rehab Reunions on a quarterly basis to follow up with patient status
Senior Physical Therapist
Mayfair Village Subacute Nursing Facility
03.2008 - 04.2013
- Evaluated and treated orthopedic, neurological and medically complex patients in a Skilled Nursing Facility
- Worked closely with restorative nursing program to promote carry over of patient function
Senior Physical Therapist
Wexner Heritage Village
06.2000 - 03.2008
- Provided evaluation and assessment of patient physical therapy needs in the subacute and long term care setting
- Managed a diverse caseload of patients, addressing chronic pain issues, neurological disorders, and orthopedic concerns.
- Assisted in the design of new clinic spaces, optimizing layouts for efficient service delivery and improved patient experiences.
Physical Therapy Manager
The McIntosh Company
06.1998 - 06.2000
- Managed PT department and treated a variety of patient types in a subacute rehab setting
- Worked closely with OT and ST dept to provide community outings as well as home evaluations to allow patients to safely return to home setting
Physical Therapist
The Village at Westerville Subacute Rehab Facility
04.1995 - 05.1998
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
Physical Therapist
Park Medical Center
12.1991 - 03.1994
- Evaluated and treated patients in a hospital setting
- Managed and implemented new documentation system for new skilled nursing unit within hospital
Education
Bachelor of Science -
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH01.1991
Skills
- Leadership
- Team work
- Budgeting
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Listening
- Planning
- Conflict resolution
Community Service
- Victory Matrons Club, Inc, Vice President, 2017-2022
- Victory Matrons Club, Inc, President, 2013-2017
- Victory Matrons Club, Inc, Financial Secretary, 2011-2013
- National Coalition of 100 Black Women Central Ohio Chapter, Active Member, 2013-2018
- National Coalition of 100 Black Women Central Ohio Chapter, Treasurer, 2015-2017
- National Coalition of 100 Black Women Central Ohio Chapter, Health Committee chairperson, 2014-2016
- Bradford School of Physical Therapy, Advisory Board Member, 2012-2020
- CAPA, Volunteer usher, 2000-2006
Awards
- Participated in EXCITE research project regarding Constraint Induced Movement therapy., 2000-2002
- Whatever It Takes Customer Service Award, Monthly Award Winner 2012, 2010 and Annual Award Winner 2011 at Mayfair Village SubAcute and Rehab Nursing Facility
- Employee of the Year, Wexner Medical Center 2006
- Employee of the Month, Village at Westerville 1996
Timeline
Rehab Coordinator
Life Enriching Communities
11.2022 - 12.2024
Rehab Manager
Blue Sky Therapy
12.2016 - 11.2022
Rehab Manager
River Rock Rehab
04.2013 - 12.2016
Senior Physical Therapist
Mayfair Village Subacute Nursing Facility
03.2008 - 04.2013
Contingent Physical Therapist
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
09.2007 - 08.2020
Senior Physical Therapist
Wexner Heritage Village
06.2000 - 03.2008
Physical Therapy Manager
The McIntosh Company
06.1998 - 06.2000
Physical Therapist
The Village at Westerville Subacute Rehab Facility
04.1995 - 05.1998
Physical Therapist
Park Medical Center
12.1991 - 03.1994
Bachelor of Science -
The Ohio State University
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