Villasenor Sandra
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Experienced Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist skilled in patient assessment and development of personalized treatment plans. Expert in interdisciplinary collaboration and effective communication, driving improvements in patient care. Designs tailored rehabilitation programs that enhance recovery and optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist
HCA Methodist
San Antonio, Texas
08.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, and family members to coordinate comprehensive care and enhance patient care strategies.
- Assess patients’ functional abilities and limitations to design individualized rehabilitation programs.
- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and document outcomes to ensure effective rehabilitation.
- Educate patients and caregivers on techniques to support recovery and prevent further injury or complications
- Implemented best practices to improve rehabilitation processes and protocols.
- Facilitated meetings to gather input and address concerns from team members and interdisciplinary teams.
- Coordinated communications between teams to ensure accurate information was shared in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with senior management to identify areas of improvement within existing systems or strategies.
Physical Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Children's Hospital
San Antonio, Texas
06.2009 - Current
- PRN P.T in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation: evaluation of pediatric patient conditions to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Administered therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Documented treatment progress and modified plans based on patient feedback.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance therapy skills.
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
Physical Therapist
Once Upon a Time Home Health Agency
San Antonio, TX
2014 - 07.2019
- Assessed patient mobility and functional abilities during home visits to guide rehabilitation strategies.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on evaluations.
- Administered therapeutic exercises to improve strength and flexibility for enhanced recovery.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation techniques and safety protocols for independence.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for optimal outcomes.
- Facilitated referrals for additional services to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Evaluated medical equipment needs, including orthotics, wheelchairs, and assistive devices as necessary.
- Supervised physical therapist assistant and managed daily therapy scheduling.
Education
Masters in Physical Therapy -
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
San Antonio, TX05-2008
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGY
The University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2000
Skills
- Excellent HCA Acute care therapy, inpatient rehab and CRS knowledge
- Familiarity with HCA Meditech electronic health records
- Knowledge of HCA internal processes with Central Authorization processes
- Communicate and collaborate effectively daily and timely with CRS team/director, Central Authorization Coordinators, Program Director and Medical Director and case managers relaying Medicare insurance information in a timely manner
- General Insurance provider knowledge in regards to managed Medicare plans, commercial plans and Medicaid plans
- Excellent Interdisciplinary collaboration with acute and rehabilitation teams/leaders
- Ensure hospital computer system documentation input accurately and completely
- Ability to perform multiple activities within a specified timeline in order to ensure deadline achievement
Languages
Spanish- fluent
Professional
Timeline
Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist
HCA Methodist
08.2019 - Current
Physical Therapist
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital Children's Hospital
06.2009 - Current
Physical Therapist
Once Upon a Time Home Health Agency
2014 - 07.2019
Masters in Physical Therapy -
UT HEALTH SAN ANTONIO
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGY
The University of Texas At San Antonio