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PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Professional Summary
  • Licensed Physical Therapist seeking employment where my skills will be utilized for wellbeing of patients.

Focused [Type] Physical Therapist committed to helping patients manage pain and injuries. Skilled in monitoring results and prescribing exercises for long-term health. Proficient in collaborating with practitioners and adhering to treatment instructions. Enthusiastic Physical Therapist offering exemplary patient-sensitivity and [Number] years of experience in a [Type] setting. Knowledgeable in a wide breadth of therapies and exercises. Known for keeping patients motivated and dedicated to treatment plans both in and out of therapy sessions. Experienced [Job Title] with over [Number] years of experience in [Industry]. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Consistently saved costs while increasing profits. Enthusiastic [Job Title] eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of [Task] and [Task] and training in [Skill]. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in [Industry].

Skills
  • Good at meeting patient's goals and providing due therapy sessions based on evaluations and tests
  • Evaluating the effects of Physical therapy sessions and monitoring the patient's progress
  • Supervision of PTAs and students by monitoring patients treated by them and monitoring documentation as well.
  • Planning for patient discharge after consulting with physicians and other responsible medical personnel,
  • Designing home exercises on the event of patient discharge
  • Patient-Focused Therapy
  • Pediatrics Knowledge
  • BLS training
  • Multilingual in English/Hindi/Gujarati
  • Broad cardiopulmonary knowledge
  • Specialization in sports injuries and therapy
  • Physical examination
  • Knowledge neurological and musculoskeletal conditions
  • Trained in Maitland Joint mobilization techniques
Work History
07/2017 to CurrentPhysical TherapistHands Of Hope PT, P.C | New York, NY
  • Aided patients in adjusting to use of assistive devices by performing demonstrations, administering manual exercise and providing motivation.
  • Used software like Rehab optima. webPT,Sigmacare and ADL to chart patients' progress and update departmental records with data according to healthcare documentation regulation.
  • Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.
  • Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions, including but not limited to chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
  • Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
  • Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
  • Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
  • Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
  • Reported complex issues to senior management and engaged in remediation.
  • Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
07/2017 to CurrentExercise PhysiologistHands Of Hope PT, PC | New York, NY
  • Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
  • Collected and documented patient vital signs and monitored telemetry.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Aided patients in adjusting to use of assistive devices such as [Type] and [Type] by performing demonstrations, administering manual exercise and providing motivation.
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
  • Recognized contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise and revised plan accordingly.
07/2017 to CurrentPhysical Therapist AssistantHands Of Hope PT, P.C | New York, NY
  • Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Worked with [Type] customers to understand needs and provide [Type] service.
Education
MS | Kinesiology and Exercise ScienceLIU, Brooklyn, New York
  • Majored in [Subject]
  • Graduated with [Number] GPA
  • Coursework in [Subject], [Subject] and [Subject]
Bachelor of Physical TherapyAhmedabad Institute of Medical Sciences, Gujarat University
  • Coursework in [Subject], [Subject] and [Subject]
Accomplishments
  • Familiar with software like Sigmacare, Rehab Optima and Web PT.
  • Microsoft office.
  • Additional Credentials:.
  • CPR / First-Aid / American Health Association Certified.
  • Have been a tutor for subjects like anatomy, biology, physiology-biochemistry, kinesiology and electrotherapy in high school and under-graduation (under supervision of professors).
  • Was awarded a graduate assistantship at LIU Brooklyn and under this opportunity, I worked in the department of occupational therapy.
  • Attended hands on workshop on BASIC LIFE SUPPORT certified by American Heart Association.
  • Attended National Orthopedic Conference 2013, India.
  • Attended Gujarat state conferences 2012,2013,2014.
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Hands Of Hope PT, P.C
  • Hands Of Hope PT, PC

School Attended

  • LIU
  • Ahmedabad Institute of Medical Sciences, Gujarat University

Job Titles Held:

  • Physical Therapist
  • Exercise Physiologist
  • Physical Therapist Assistant

Degrees

  • MS | Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    Bachelor of Physical Therapy

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