Enthusiastic Physical Therapist offering exemplary patient-sensitivity and thirty five years of experience in a professional 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. Hardworking, compassionate with solid credentials, including SC licensure, McKenzie certification and advanced degree in Orthopedics .Extensive background working with athletic population.
Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times.
Accurately completed insurance and Medicaid billing and OASIS documentation for patient visits.
Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
Used various software to chart patients' progress and update departmental records with data according to healthcare documentation regulation.
Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of Physical therapy assistants and patients.
Decreased waste and promoted cost effectiveness while maintaining patient safety and quality of care.
Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
Trained and oriented new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
Conducted precise assessments of patient condition and functional abilities.
Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
Implemented policies and procedures with utmost working ethics while communicating effectively to team members.
Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
Administered therapeutic treatments including TDN, ultrasound and electrical stimulation to ease patients' pain and facilitate healing of injuries.
Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Aided patients in adjusting to use of assistive devices such as walkers wheelchairs canes and crutches by performing demonstrations, administering manual exercise and providing motivation.
Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.
Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
Planned and efficiently supervised operations of 60+ patient per week outpatient clinic.
Aided patients in adjusting to use of assistive devices such as walkers and crutches by performing demonstrations, administering manual exercise and providing motivation.
Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
Reported complex issues to senior management and engaged in remediation.
Organized and prioritized workload and delegated responsibilities to other team members.
Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations
06/1989 to 01/2007
Physical TherapistCleveland Clinic – Stuart, FL,
Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times.
Researched and stayed abreast of current treatment modalities by attending professional development opportunities.
Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
Aided and counseled patients adjusting to permanent physical disabilities.
Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures.
Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
Trained and oriented new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
Communicated pertinent results, progress, or cClaireenges to target and restore mobility for patients.
Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
Implemented policies and procedures with utmost working ethics while communicating effectively to team members.
Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
Reported complex issues to senior management and engaged in remediation.
Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
Managed caseload of inpatient, outpatient, home health and long-term care patients.
Facilitated outpatient physical therapy for patients with knee and hip replacements, chronic pain and balance disorders.
Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
06/1987 to 06/1989
Physical TherapistCleveland Clinic – Avon, OH,
Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times.
Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
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.
Trained and oriented new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
Conducted precise assessments of patient condition and functional abilities.
Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
Communicated pertinent results, progress, or cClaireenges to target and restore mobility for patients.
Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
Reported complex issues to senior management and engaged in remediation.
Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.
Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
06/1986 to 06/1987
Physical TherapistCleveland Clinic – Euclid, OH,
Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times.
Accurately completed insurance and Medicaid billing and OASIS documentation for patient visits.
Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
Aided and counseled patients adjusting to permanent physical disabilities.
Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures.
Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Delivered home care physical therapy to home - bound patients.
Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
Facilitated outpatient physical therapy for patients with knee and hip replacements, chronic pain and balance disorders.
Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families
Education
Expected in 12/2010 to to
Doctor of Physical Therapy: Physical Therapy Regis University - Denver, CO GPA:
Expected in 06/1986 to to
Bachelor of Science: Physical Therapy MUSC - Charleston, SC, GPA:
Expected in to to
: Clemson - CLemson,SC, GPA:
Expected in 06/1981 to to
High School Diploma: J L Mann - Greenville,SC, GPA:
Affiliations
I am on the board with Greenville Technical college for the APTA program. I am serving presently as interim worship leader for Gap Creek Baptist church.
For 6 months I worked with The upstate performance project doing massage therapy ,TDN ,stretching,manipulation and home exercise program education.
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