Our Team
Debra Funke, Office Manager
Why You’ll Love Working with Debra
- Essential Administrative Leadership: With over 18 years of healthcare administration experience, Debra serves as a foundational anchor for Harter Physical Therapy. She manages the intricate details behind the scenes to keep the clinic grounded, organized, and operating effortlessly for staff and patients alike.
- Versatile Problem-Solver: As a true “jack-of-all-trades,” Debra handles a wide range of daily responsibilities—from coordinating onboarding and scheduling to navigating insurance processes—ensuring that every operational detail is managed with care.
- Encouraging Patient Advocate: Takes pride in helping to create a welcoming atmosphere where patients feel supported from their very first visit, offering a warm smile and encouraging words to patients and coworkers throughout the clinic.
- Team-Centered Support: Motivated by the collective impact of the team, she focuses on empowering staff members behind the scenes so the entire clinic operates smoothly and delivers exceptional care.
In Her Own Words
“The most rewarding part of my day is seeing a patient come in unsure of what they’ll be able to do again, and then watching their confidence grow as they make progress. It’s incredible knowing our entire team plays a part in helping someone get back to the things that matter most to them.”
Beyond the Clinic
- Fun Fact: When she isn’t at the clinic, there is a good chance you’ll find her on a football field or in a gym! She is deeply involved in the Marching Arts as a color guard instructor and visual technician for local scholastic bands, winter guards, and indoor winds groups.
- Life Outside the Clinic: An avid reader, Debra’s idea of a perfect day off is curling up at home with a great book, visiting the local library or bookstore, or enjoying ice cream or a slice of pizza.
