BURGER REHABILITATION SYSTEMS - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Director of Customer Services Center
Ariana is responsible for the day to day operations of Burger Physical Therapies Customer Service Center (CSC).
Ms. Burger attended CSUS and is a Loma Linda University and the University of San Francisco, graduate. As a practicing physical therapist, Ms. Burger established Burger Rehabilitation in 1978.
She has been its sole owner and president throughout its history. Ms. Burger has led the company in its growth from a one and a half person office to a statewide organization serving thousands of clients and providing a complete range of therapy services across the continuum of care from Acute Hospitals to Skilled Nursing Facilities, Home Health Agencies and outpatient clinics throughout the state of California.
An active participant in the rehabilitation industry via membership in multiple professional organizations including the National Association in Support of Long Term Care, the APTA, and the California Association of Health Facilities, she shares her experience with her staff and clients. She is on the advisory board of the School of Physical Therapy at Cal State University Sacramento as well as the Editorial Board for Comstock's business magazine. Ms. Burger is also an active board member with the American Red Cross Capital Region Chapter. In 2013, Ms. Burger received the Distinguished Service Award from CAHF and has been recognized previously for "Best in Business" by the Sacramento Business Journal. In January 2014, Carol was recognized by the Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce as Sacramento's Businesswoman of the Year.
Ms. Burger attended CSUS and is a Loma Linda University and University of San Francisco graduate. As a practicing physical therapist, Ms. Burger established Burger Rehabilitation in 1978.
Job Titles:
- Regional Director Skilled Nursing - Northern CA
Elizabeth comes to us with a wealth of knowledge in operations as well as clinical expertise. She has worked in various roles from rehab program manager to regional manager and recently as the Director of Clinical Services for a large organization where she developed many clinical programs, such as: Fall and Balance program; Dementia training program; Urinary Incontinence training program; and Driver Generalist's program. She has also been involved in audits, denials and documentation training. Elizabeth will be overseeing the operations of the Northern California region for SNF locations.
Elizabeth has worked in various roles, from rehab program manager to regional manager, and recently as the Director of Clinical Services.
Job Titles:
- VP Administrative Services
Eric Burger is responsible for providing strategic recommendations for positioning the company in the healthcare market. Through a variety of personal and professional contacts, as well as monitoring the media, attending forums, seminars, and other industry-related events.
He manages the day-to-day contractual and administrative duties necessary to implement new business. Directs the Informational Technology (IT) development and vision for the company while helping to improve on existing departmental and company systems. Manages most marketing and public company outings and events as an ambassador for all departments. Is responsible for prospecting for new clients and development of business resources and systems. In addition, he maintains marketing efforts and facility support through customer relations. With an active relationship with many groups and organizations in order to keep up with the ever-changing world of long-term care.
Kathy has 18 years of experience in the healthcare industry, having spent over 17 years with a local radiology group before joining Burger in 2008. Kathy holds a BS in Accountancy from California State University at Sacramento and a Masters degree in Healthcare Administration from Chapman University. Kathy is an active participant in the Medical Group Management Association.
Kim has worked for Burger for the last 11 years in a number of different roles from Physical Therapist Assistant to Facility Coordinator and now in Outpatient Operations. Her commitment to her patients, colleagues and the company, quickly led her to step into a leadership role. She has a passion for providing the highest quality of care, and in turn, now supporting our staff with training, education, and the implementation of new policies and procedures that will allow them to do the same. She is committed to promoting the Physical Therapy profession through affiliations with Sacramento City College's PT Assistant program, of which she is alumni, and Sacramento State University's PT program where she guest lectures annually. Kim is originally from Kelowna BC Canada; she moved to the Sacramento area in 2004 to begin life with her husband Josh and happily resides in Auburn CA.
Job Titles:
- Vice President of Outpatient Division
Shawn Burger, PT, DPT, CSCS, received his master's degree in physical therapy in 1998 from Loma Linda University School of Allied Health. Today, he operates Burger Physical Therapy, one of the largest private practices in California with a current team of more than 400 employees, providing outpatient, acute, and long-term care rehab services. Shawn led the early adoption of electronic health records, becoming one of the first practices in California to adopt a solution in 2003.
Shawn has a personal interest in identifying value-added solutions to rehab therapy. He has extensive experience working with HMO and Capitation contracts and teaches others how to maximize best practices. He currently lectures internationally on various topics related to manual therapy, rehab, and business management solutions. Shawn lives with his wife and two children in Northern California.
Shawn Burger is responsible for providing strategic recommendations for positioning the company in the health care market.