- Assessing out-patient MSK injuries including, but not limited to, strains, sprains, fractures, dislocations, muscle weakness, and limited range of motion- Creating and implementing individualized treatment plans based on analysis and clinical reasoning- Utilizing e-charting software to document treatment sessions and recommendations- Collaboration with inter-professional team, including: Kinesiologists, Physiotherapy Assistants, Occupational therapists, Clinical therapists, and Physicians- Communicating with external stakeholders and client referral sources- Managing a large caseload in a fast-paced environment

- Managed a full caseload of approximately 60 patients; 40% WCB, 40% Private, 20% MVA- Primarily treated both acute and chronic MSK injuries- Completed 2-3 new assessments per day- Worked within an interdisciplinary team to deliver effective, efficient, and practical therapeutic solutions- Completed extensive reporting and communication with third-party sponsors and referral sources

- Under direction from my clinical instructor and the head of the Physiotherapy services department, I provided both consultation and treatment services to members of the Canadian armed forces at two military bases within the Halifax Regional Municipality. - This role required the ability to manage a diverse range of musculoskeletal injuries, from acute joint and muscle injuries to repetitive strain injuries and more chronic injuries resulting from military service. - Treatment involved fitting members for braces and insoles, modification of occupational duties, extensive education regarding injury prognosis and the recovery process, as well as prescription of exercise to improve the strength and mobility of the injured tissues. Occasionally, therapies such as manual therapy and modalities were used as adjunct treatment to active rehabilitation. - In this role, I was required to manage a caseload of approximately 12 patients per day with all associated documentation and administrative processes. Oversight was present; however, the majority of the clinical decision making was given to me during my 6 week rotation.

- Worked under the direction of two experienced neurological physiotherapists as part of a multidisciplinary care team providing comprehensive rehabilitation programs for those recovering from complex neurological conditions. - Performed in-depth physical assessments spanning the course multiple days to identify physical impairments, baseline functional status, and rehabilitation potential. - Assessment involved evaluation of bed mobility, transfers, gait, coordination, spasticity, sensation, strength, balance, and functional abilities. When applicable, validated outcome measures such as the BERG balance scale, 6-minute walk test, and timed up and go were used to gather baseline data and evaluate progress. - Provided individualized Physiotherapy interventions to address deficits identified during assessment, such as: mobility training, transfer practice, wheel chair mobility, gait re-education and training using various aids, muscular strengthening, functional ability practice (sit to stand, stair climbing, reach & grasp), and balance and coordination training. - Coordinated care with various disciplines such as occupational therapy, speech language pathology, nursing, social work, recreation therapy, and Physiatry. - Prominent conditions treated during this experience: Spinal cord injury (complete and incomplete), Multiple Sclerosis, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, severe acquired brain injury, and complex strokes.

- Worked under the direction of an experienced orthopedic physiotherapist for 6 weeks at the Camphill Veteran’s Memorial Hospital in Halifax, Nova Scotia. - Primarily worked with patients who were recovering post orthopedic surgery, as well those with non-operative issues such as ligament sprains and muscle strains - Conducted detailed subjective interviews regarding the history of the patient's injury and their past medical history - Performed objective neuro-musculoskeletal assessments, including examination of joint range of motion, muscular strength, sensation, reflexes, and functional abilities. - Designed intervention plans tailored to the patient's specific physical impairments and their goals for recovery, including: injury education, exercise prescription, stretching, hands on techniques such as passive ranging and muscle energy techniques, as well as therapeutic modalities for pain relief. - Ensured surgical patients were at the appropriate stage in their post-operative protocol. - Prominent conditions treated during this clinical placement were: rotator cuff repairs, fractures of the wrist, arm, leg, and foot, ACL reconstructions, total knee and hip arthroplasty.

- Worked with various inpatient clinical populations at the South Shore Regional Hospital, in the rural community of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. - Provided physiotherapy consultation and treatment services to patients in the emergency department, acute and chronic care units, as well as the post-operative unit. - Conducted subjective interviews to determine previous mobility status, environmental/social barriers to safe discharge, and past medical history. - Subjective interviews were followed by objective assessment of the patient's mobility, transfer ability, coordination, range of motion, posture, and strength. - Daily treatment was provided to those on my caseload to maintain their cardiopulmonary health status, prevent physical deconditioning, optimize recovery, and decrease overall length of hospital stay. - Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, where the information I collected was used to inform the patient's overall care plan and discharge planning. - Primary conditions treated during this experience were: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Congestive Heart Failure, Stroke, cancer, delirium, pneumonia, and those recovering from various forms of surgery.

- Worked as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team who provided rehabilitation services to WorkSafe New Brunswick, automotive insurance, and long-term disability claimants. - Identified how the injury or illness our patient had suffered effected their capacity to perform occupation-related and everyday tasks. - Conducted thorough patient interviews to determine the regular physical demands of the client’s occupation and/or daily activities. - Created individualized testing batteries based on job demands. - Analyzed body mechanics, strength, and aerobic capacity as they related to these stated demands. - Collaborated with the clinics occupational therapists and Physiotherapists to create comprehensive rehabilitation programs. - Implemented each program’s conditioning component, setting SMART goals, teaching exercises, and monitoring patient progress. - Communicated with rehabilitation case managers, family doctors, specialists, and other members of the patients extended care team through formal reporting, phone conversations, and email. - Prominent conditions treated during this experience: acute/chronic back pain, whiplash associated disorders, repetitive strain injuries, soft tissue injuries of the ankle, knee, shoulder, wrist, and hand, various post-op orthopedic conditions, Adhesive capsulitis, spinal cord injury, and various chronic pain disorders.

- In this volunteer position I observed Physiotherapists while they assessed patients; primarily varsity athletes from the University of New Brunswick. - Demonstrated and supervised rehabilitation exercises and applied modalities under supervision of the treating therapist.- Maintained the appearance of the clinic by clearing and washing plinths after use, restocking equipment, and disposing of trash. - Prominent conditions observed during this experience: acute sports injuries such as ankle sprains, ACL/PCL sprains and, meniscal injuries, as well as other soft tissue conditions such as lateral epicondylitis, shoulder impingement, and various muscle strains.

- I worked as a member of the facilities management team to ensure the campus grounds were kept beautiful and clean via lawn mowing, trimming, gardening and other landscaping activities.

- I performed administrative duties for large cohort longitudinal research studies of spine surgery patients. - Interacted with doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and other researchers to gather relevant patient information- Administered outcome measures to patients via phone interviews and in person during follow up visits. - Met with patients preoperatively to explain research studies and to administer informed consent protocols.- I entered survey data into an online research database for future analysis.

- Spoke with shoppers at a local mall about the World Vision Child Sponsorship Program.- Helped to find sponsors for children & communities in dire circumstances l. - Raised awareness about global issues such as child-labour, poverty, and lack of clean drinking water.