Experience

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  Colorado acute long term hospital

  May 2013 - Feb 2017

  Physical therapist assistant

  Progressed patients toward functional outcome goals; Treated variety of patients: TBI, CVA, wound care, amputee (upper and lower extremities), multi-trauma, respiratory failure, and bariatric; Co-led our department in preparation for Joint Commission survey; managed weekly team schedule; managed daily operational tasks in the absence of the rehab director; attended weekly rounds to provide feedback for the rehab department and progression of patients; mentored students.

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  Novant health

  Apr 2017 - Mar 2020

  Physical therapist assistant

  Served in the intensive care unit (ICU), proficiently managing complex emergencies and providing prompt patient support and care. Provided leadership support and training to the staff members. Leveraged solid critical thinking skills to remediate complexities and ICU-related issues.

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  Post acute medical

  Jun 2020 - Jan 2023

  Interim director of rehab

  Managed the entire project lifecycle encompassing coordinating logistics for a major healthcare facility and overseeing timelines and operational tasks including updating hospital-wide emergency preparedness policies and procedures. Spearheaded staff training programs focusing on patient handling and body mechanics, as well as ensured compliance with Joint Commission standards during general hospital and disease-specific surveys. Progressed from PTA to Interim Director of Rehab and finally to Project Management role. Show less

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  Collage rehabilitation partners

  Feb 2023 - Mar 2024

  Spearheaded operations and strategic oversight for a dual-location assisted living facility focusing on brain injury recovery, responsible for directly managing a team encompassing facilities manager, 25 direct care staff, chef, and administrative assistant. Enhanced community engagement and facility visibility by personally conducting tours and managing external appointments in the absence of clinical director. Maintained financial stewardship by reducing dependency on agency staffing and negotiating favorable contract terms, resulting in substantial cost savings and budget alignment. Show less

  • Director of Operations

    Feb 2023 - Mar 2024

  • Director of Operations

    Feb 2023 - Mar 2024