Terri Sanders, Occupational Therapy Assistant

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Odenville, AL 35120

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

2018-

Amedisys Home Health Sylacauga, Alabama

2020

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Home Health Therapist – Provided, one on one, therapeutic treatment and care to patients in their home environment. Treated patients through use of therapeutic activities designed to restore function and self- care activities, in order to improve function. Observed, recorded, and reported the patient’s response to treatment and any change in patient’s condition. Developed and trained patient and\or caregiver on home exercise program and safety awareness in the home. Observed, documented, and reported the patient’s response to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition to OTR or Clinical Manager. Met or exceeded, expectations on deadlines for documentation through Home Care Home Base computer program.

2009- Talladega Healthcare- Rehab Select Talladega, Alabama 2018 Staff Therapist – Provided skilled Occupational Therapy Services to a variety of populations, ranging from orthopedic disorders, respiratory exacerbations, neurologic disorders, and other physical disabilities. Delivered the highest therapy regime to the patient’s tolerance. Average 8-15 individual treatments per day. Patients received treatments under the established POC. Maintained excellent patient rapport and client relationships. Computer experience with Casamba, Therapute, and Rehab Optima. ACP certified. 2008- Restore Management Pelham, Alabama

2009

Comfort Care Home Health, Administrator – Coordinated, implemented, and evaluated branch operations and patient care management, in coordination with interdisciplinary care team. Addressed and coordinated clinical and administrative functions with the cooperation with the Agency Administrator. Monitored the delivery of patient care, with effective coordination of other support services. Maintained a working knowledge and ensured compliance with all governmental regulations. Actively participated in marketing plan. Ensured that staff and support resources were appropriately utilized and a high level of interdisciplinary teamwork was maintained.

2007- Restore Management

2008 Rehab Manager – Responsible for coordinating admissions and scheduling support staff to perform timely evaluations and treatments. Implemented and monitored treatment minutes for appropriate RUG levels based on patient ability and potential to progress with their therapy regimen. Maintained excellent customer relationships.

2006- St. Clair Regional Home Health Pell City, Alabama 2007 Director of Operations – Responsible for organizing and directing the day to day operations of the agency. Responsible for ensuring that quality care was delivered and all required documentation was complete for appropriate regulatory agencies and third party payers. Maintained a working knowledge of Conditions of Participation as monitored by The State of Alabama, Department of Public Health. Analyzed revenue and expenses monthly. Implemented methods to minimize costs and to efficiently utilize staff, mileage, and supplies without jeopardizing quality of patient care. Maintained excellent customer relationships. 1999- St. Clair Regional Home Health

2006 Rehab Manager – Initially, planned and coordinated efforts, with Director of Operations to bring therapy services in house, including recruiting, interviewing, and hiring staff. Assisted with acquiring community contracts and coordinating staffing and scheduling for contract agencies. Monitored staff compliance with HIPPA and OSHA guidelines. Reviewed visit notes, physician orders, and plans of care in the HealthWyse computer program. Participated in various marketing functions including Health Fairs, physician luncheons, and area fund raising events. Developed and implemented digital wound documentation program. Member of OBQI team and Professional Advisory Committee. 1998- Nova Care Birmingham, Alabama

1999 Rehab Director – Director for contract therapy services in 2 long-term care facilities. Coordinated constantly changing staffing needs. Established and monitored treatment regimens based on Functional Index Measures and Clinical Index Scores to ensure maximum benefit to the patient. Consulted with facility admissions coordinator daily and assisted with admission decisions. Provided ongoing education to therapy staff regarding governmental changes for reimbursement involving the implementation of PPS guidelines. Maintained excellent customer/contractor relationships. 1996- CARECORPS Birmingham, Alabama

1998 Occupational Therapy Manager – Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring and managing occupational therapy staff in 3 long-term care facilities and 6 community based rehab programs in Alabama. Participated in Alabama Occupational Therapy Association conferences for marketing and recruiting purposes. Fostered a team approach to patient care between therapists and facility staff. Conducted routine documentation audits to ensure that therapy services met state and federal guidelines. 1995- CARECORPS

1996 Regional Rehab Manager – Involved in the development of in-house rehab programs for 6 long-term care facilities across Alabama and Mississippi. Responsible for acquiring all disciplines to staff these facilities. Developed marketing materials and attended state association conferences in Alabama and Mississippi for all 3 therapy associations. Participated in structuring referral systems between facility admissions coordinators and discharge planners in area hospitals. Assisted in establishing and monitoring weekly rehab meetings with facility medical directors, key nursing personnel, and the rehab team. 1995- Beverly Enterprises/Meadowood Health and Rehab Bessemer, Alabama 1996 Director of Rehab – Managed facility rehab department consisting of a mixture of in-house and contract therapists. Conducted interviews and made recommendations for new hires. Responsible for reviewing admission referrals from area hospitals and making decisions on patient admissions based on rehab potential. Conducted weekly rehab meetings with key nursing staff and rehab team. Made decisions on purchases and adjustments to meet the department’s budgetary requirements. Completed monthly documentation audits to ensure that therapy services met state and federal guidelines. 1992- CMS Therapy Birmingham, Alabama

1995 Area Manager – Responsible for the overall clinical integrity of contract therapy services in a region encompassing 13 long term care facilities. Planned for the fiscal management of the area including revenue projections and outcomes. Supervised an average of 20-30 full and part-time occupational, physical, and speech therapists. Maintained superior employee and customer relationships. 1990- CMS Therapy

1992 Clinician – Provided occupational therapy services to the geriatric population in skilled nursing facilities. Initial two years of employment involved, traveling to newly acquired contracts facilities, in Alabama, to provide occupational therapy services to patients residing in those facilities until a full time therapist was hired. Member of CMS Therapies’ Interdisciplinary Board, representing the State of Alabama. 1989- Northwest Rehab Center Milwaukee, Wisconsin

1990 Clinician – Involved in the interdisciplinary treatment of post traumatic brain injured clients. Program included coma management, acute, transitional living, and community/vocational re-entry. Specialized in serial casting, positioning, and splinting. Member of safety committee. 1988- Lakeshore Rehabilitation Birmingham, Alabama 1989 Clinician – Assisted in treatment of general rehabilitation patients. Provided individual and group therapy. Developed splinting and serial casting skills. Performed home evaluations. EDUCATION: The University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham, Alabama Certificate, Occupational Therapy Assistant, 1987; GPA 3.84 REFERENCES: Available upon request.