Physiotherapist
Current• Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.• Provided thoughtful customer service to each patient by listening to their needs and addressing them accordingly. • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.• Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.• Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.• Communicated pertinent results, progress or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.• Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.• Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.• Delivered home care therapy to home bound and long-term care patients.• Taught patients how to live within capabilities and celebrate successes.• Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.• Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.• Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures.• Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.• Facilitated outpatient therapy for patients with knee and hip replacements, chronic pain and balance disorders.• Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.• Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules. • Aided and counseled patients adjusting to permanent physical disabilities.• Researched and stayed abreast of current treatment modalities by attending professional development opportunities.• Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.