Stephanie Hurtt
Scottsdale
Summary
Healthcare management professional recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency in task execution. Expertise in strategic planning, regulatory compliance, and patient care coordination. Proven ability to lead teams, solve complex problems, and communicate effectively, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality service in dynamic settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Mayo Clinic Health System
Phoenix
11.2024 - Current
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals for functional restoration.
- Assisted patients with physical movements, enhancing function and reducing pain.
- Applied problem-solving skills to determine solutions for complex cases.
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
Gilbert
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Oversaw development and implementation of rehabilitation programs for diverse patient populations.
- Facilitated staff training sessions to enhance clinical skills and service delivery.
- Promoted new program initiatives focused on functional outcomes to elevate patient quality of life.
- Researched emerging rehabilitative technologies to identify improvement areas within existing programs.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure accuracy and appropriate documentation of services rendered.
Director of Case Management
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Mesa
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Defined and applied utilization review methods to guarantee conformance with medical coverage plans.
- Streamlined discharge planning to create efficient, patient-oriented care strategies.
- Created and implemented case management programs after analyzing quantitative data about patient intake and discharge.
- Coordinated aspects of patient care by cultivating, overseeing and managing team of 11 direct reports.
Physical Therapist Specialist
Dignity Health
04.2003 - 02.2022
- Developed physiotherapy treatment plans to enhance functionality for patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions.
- Served as APTA Certified Clinical Instructor for PT student interns.
- Mentored new Physical Therapy staff to ensure effective integration into the team.
- Co-authored grant proposal securing $100K for advanced technology.
- Led Quality Improvement projects, including fall reduction and multidisciplinary rounds.
- Implemented bedside technology training and in-house CPR training initiatives.
- Created chart audit forms and unit communication tools to improve operational efficiency.
- Established video link home exercise programs to support patient engagement.
Education
Bachelor’s of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CODoctorate - Physical Therapy
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
Mesa, AZSkills
- Regulatory compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Clinical supervision
- Performance improvement
- Direct patient care
- Adaptability to change
- Effective customer communication
- Research and data collection
- Supervision and leadership
- Team coordination
- Training and development
- Data, EMR/EHR management
- Interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
• APTA Certified Clinical Instructor
• Neuro-IFRAH Certified Clinician
• PNF 1 Certified Clinician
• LSVT Big Certified Clinician for Parkinson’s Disease
• PWR! Certified Therapist for Parkinson’s Disease
• Neuro-IFRAH Certified Clinician
• PNF 1 Certified Clinician
• LSVT Big Certified Clinician for Parkinson’s Disease
• PWR! Certified Therapist for Parkinson’s Disease
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Mayo Clinic Health System
11.2024 - Current
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2023 - 11.2024
Director of Case Management
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2022 - 12.2023
Physical Therapist Specialist
Dignity Health
04.2003 - 02.2022
Bachelor’s of Science - Exercise and Sport Science
Colorado State University
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences