Physical Therapist Per Diem resume example

~Evaluates, treats, reassesses and develops integrated and comprehensive care plans for patients on all inpatient units (medical/surgical, cardio/pulmonary, neurological, brain injury) using evidence based tools and clinical experience to establish measurable goals and maximize patient's functional outcomes.

~Educates patients and families in functional mobility techniques and individualized exercise programs to facilitate safe and timely discharges.

~Communicates, documents and advocates effectively with team members, management and vendors to insure best practices, patient care and reimbursement for patient and facility, including reporting in biweekly Team Rounds.

~Teaches and updates materials for pre-surgical joint education (hip and knee) classes at St. Peter's Hospital, Albany, (90% highly satisfied rating by participants).

~Participates in monthly Total Joint PIT Meetings at SPH with administrators, surgeons and team members involved in care of total joint patients from pre-admission testing to follow up therapy after discharge from acute setting.

~Demonstrates flexibility in dynamic health environment by covering various roles when asked: skilled nursing-Eddy Memorial Geriatric Center, sub-acute- Heritage House, Total Joint Day Program- Sunnyview, Community Outreach- Pre-Surgical Total Joint Education

at Capital Region Orthopedics, Nathan Littauer Hospital and St. Peter's.

~Experience with rehabilitation technologies: Xcite FES, RT300 iFES, LiteGait, Chest Vest, Mechanical Lifts.