Meredith Griffin
Deerwood
Summary
Site management professional with proven track record in coordinating projects and maintaining smooth operations. Skilled in logistics, scheduling, and resource management with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adaptable to changing needs and highly dependable, leveraging effective communication and problem-solving abilities to drive success. Known for fostering productive work environment and consistently delivering on goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist- Therapy Site Coordinator
Big Stone Therapies
Aitkin, MN
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated patient scheduling and resource allocation to optimize service delivery and enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal results.
- Educated patients and families on injury prevention and self-management techniques to promote long-term wellness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Led cross-functional meetings to streamline communication between departments, enhancing collaboration on patient care initiatives.
Physical Therapist- Therapy Clinic Manager
Big Stone Therapies
Aitkin, MN
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Direct management of clinical and support staff including performance reviews and disciplinary action
- Delivery of treatment in LTC and OP settings as lead Physical Therapist
- Liaison between facility staff and therapy
- Provide direct communication with nursing, therapy, patients, and families for discharge planning
- Oversaw daily clinic operations, ensuring efficient patient flow and resource allocation.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Developed and maintained clinic policies, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Managed staff scheduling, optimizing workforce alignment with patient demand.
Physical Therapist- Lymphedema Lead
Big Stone Therapies
Staples, MN
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Supervision of Lymphedema team
- Caseload and schedule management
- Communication with interdepartmental team
- Education of providers on benefits of lymphatic management
- Liaison for lymphedema program with facility and community
Physical Therapist- LTC and Outreach Clinic Supervisor
Big Stone Therapies
Staples, MN
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Hired as LTC Site Coordinator October 2016– August 2019
- Education of staff, providers, patient and family on plan of care
- Caseload and schedule management
- Communication with interdepartmental team
- Liaison for facility and patient/family concerns
- Employee training, management, and supervision
Physical Therapist– Internal Traveler and Staff Clinician
Big Stone Therapies
Staples, MN
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Completed evaluations, treatments, and required documentation
- Supervision of support personnel (assistants, aids, front desk staff)
- Delivered treatment in IP, LTC, HH, and OP settings
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI08-2015
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI08-2015
Bachelors of Science - Human Biology
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN12-2011
Skills
- Staff supervision and scheduling
- Scheduling coordination
- Event logistics
- Training and mentoring
- Report preparation
- Staff training
- Compliance monitoring
- Outreach activities
- Inventory control
- Workflow planning
- Vendor relationship management
- Team building
Accomplishments
- Conference presentation experience for the AETA, WCBA, and AVBP on Injury Prevention and Mitigation
- Big Stone Therapies Orthopedic Program Mentor
- Big Stone Therapies Lymphedema Lead
- Orthopedic Residency Graduate, Dec 2018
Certification
- Certified Clinical Instructor, Oct 2018
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Apr 2019
- Therapeutic Pain Specialist, Jan 2021
- CPR and First Aid Certified, current
Timeline
Physical Therapist- Therapy Site Coordinator
Big Stone Therapies
08.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist- Therapy Clinic Manager
Big Stone Therapies
04.2021 - 08.2024
Physical Therapist- Lymphedema Lead
Big Stone Therapies
12.2019 - 04.2021
Physical Therapist- LTC and Outreach Clinic Supervisor
Big Stone Therapies
08.2019 - 12.2019
Physical Therapist– Internal Traveler and Staff Clinician
Big Stone Therapies
08.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelors of Science - Human Biology
Minnesota State University
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Andrews University
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Andrews University
EXPERIENCE
- 10+ years clinical experience
- 8+ years managerial experience
- Teaching assistant for graduate level students