Interim Healthcare of the Upstate announces new hires

Interim HealthCare of the Upstate is excited to announce the addition of four therapists to its physical therapy team.

Interim HealthCare of the Upstate, a locally owned and operated home health and hospice services provider, is excited to announce four new therapists who have joined the Interim HealthCare family.

Chris Garrett, Tracy Martin, Katie Gernat and Odette Ray

• Chris Garrett is a physical therapist assistant (PTA). As a PTA, Chris works with patients to improve mobility and safety in the home as well as decreasing risk of falls by addressing balance.
• Tracy Martin is a certified occupational therapist assistant (COTA). As a COTA, Tracy helps patients improve their independence in daily activities such as bathing, dressing and preparing meals.
• Katie Gernat is a speech-language pathologist (SLP). As an SLP, Katie addresses patients’ deficits in cognition, swallowing and communications, as well as guiding patients and their family caregivers on appropriate diet and meal preparation.
• Odette Ray is a physical therapist in addition to being Interim’s new clinical manager. As Interim’s PT clinical manager, Odette oversees and supervises a team of clinicians consisting of nurses and therapists who are providing daily home health care to Interim’s patients in 6 Upstate counties.

“Interim’s strongest asset is our people, and we strive to hire the best,” said Charyl Schroeder, CEO of Interim HealthCare of the Upstate. “We’re so excited that Chris, Tracey, Katie and Odette are part of the Interim family, and I know their abilities and talents will add to an already wonderful team of therapists.”

Families interested in exploring in-home care options should reach out to Interim Healthcare by calling (800) 758-4966 or visiting the company’s website: http://www.interimcares.com.

About Interim Healthcare

Interim HealthCare has delivered high quality, in-home healthcare to the communities of Upstate South Carolina since 1979 with the mission of “honoring God through the enrichment of human life.” Interim Healthcare is the recipient of the top industry benchmark, 5-stars, denoting in-home healthcare provided at the highest quality. The company provides the full continuum of care – telehealth, personal care, skilled care and hospice services – within Greenville, Spartanburg, Cherokee, Pickens, Anderson and Oconee Counties.