Wendi Harwell
Auburn
Summary
Dedicated rehabilitation leader with extensive experience at Canterbury Healthcare, excelling in clinical expertise and performance improvement. Proven track record in managing departmental budgets and enhancing patient care through effective teamwork and critical thinking. Committed to optimizing rehabilitation outcomes and fostering collaborative environments for multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Rehabilitation
Canterbury Healthcare
11.2020 - Current
- Assisted in training new staff on rehabilitation protocols and best practices.
- Utilized electronic health records for documentation and tracking patient progress.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize service delivery standards.
- Managed departmental budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation for maximum patient benefit.
- Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
- Liaised with patients, families and support departments to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation processes and expected outcomes.
- Served as the DOR for two skilled nursing facilities from February 2024 to June 2025.
LPTA
Canterbury Health Care
01.2005 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Contributed to the success of multidisciplinary team meetings by facilitating open communication between providers about patient progress and care plan adjustments.
- Served as assistant director of rehab from 2005 to 2020 when I was promoted to the DOR position.
LPTA
Encore
05.2004 - 01.2005
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
LPTA
DCH Northport Medical Center
10.1997 - 04.2004
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL09-1997
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Therapeutic techniques
- Outcome measurement
- Performance improvement
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Director of Rehabilitation
Canterbury Healthcare
11.2020 - Current
LPTA
Canterbury Health Care
01.2005 - Current
LPTA
Encore
05.2004 - 01.2005
LPTA
DCH Northport Medical Center
10.1997 - 04.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy
Wallace State Community College
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