Shannon Clearwater

Manager of Rehab Medicine @Midhudson Regional Hospital

Poughkeepsie, NY, US

Serve as a strategic leader overseeing Physical and Occupational Therapy services across outpatient, acute care, and acute rehab. Focused on elevating clinical quality, fostering professional growth, and driving operational excellence across the continuum of care.* Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary therapy team with a strong emphasis on professional development, accountability, and collaborative leadership* Champion quality improvement through active participation on key committees: Stroke, CARF Accreditation, Infection Control, Early Mobility, QAPI, Patient Education, and Continuing Education* Spearhead DNV and stroke survey readiness efforts for the PMR department, aligning clinical workflows with regulatory standards* Designed and implemented a new therapist scheduling and case assignment system to improve coverage, equity, and efficiency* Collaborate closely with nursing, case management, and medical staff to improve discharge planning, reduce length of stay, and enhance patient throughput* Conduct annual performance evaluations and guide staff through individualized coaching and leadership development

Dominican University New York

Masters

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

OT Doctorate

Trident University International

Master of Science in Health Administration (M.S.H.A)