Experience

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  Scarborough Physical Therapy Associates

  • Scarborough, Maine, United States

  • Physical Therapist

    • Jul 2020 - Present
    • Scarborough, Maine, United States

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  MaineHealth

  • Sanford, ME

  • Physical Therapist

    • Oct 2016 - Jul 2020
    • Sanford, ME

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  Private Therapy Services, LLC

  • Charleston, SC

  • Physical Therapist

    • Oct 2014 - Aug 2016
    • Charleston, SC

    Serve as a staff physical therapist in an outpatient, orthopaedic and sport physical therapy clinic• Patient Care: Complete thorough examinations and re-evaluations to provide patients with the proper treatment. Create individualized treatment programs for patients of varying ages and pathologies, focusing heavily on manual treatment, appropriate exercises and education including home exercise programs to ensure goal achievement and overall patient health.• Patient Satisfaction: Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills, uses knowledge and experience to ensure patient safety, and implement effective rehabilitation programs backed by peer-reviewed research and experience to guide patients towards successful discharge. Multiple patient reviews expressing the utmost satisfaction with their therapist regarding quality of treatment.• Administrative: Proficient in electronic documentation, completing all notes the day of the patient’s appointment to ensure excellent quality and accuracy.• Professional: Integral member of an eight physical therapist team with supporting office staff. Exhibit superior communication with coworkers, ensuring patients receive the best care. Communicate frequently with physicians, case managers and adjusters, to create a positive team approach.

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  Parkview Medical Center

  • Physical Therapy Clinical III

    • Jan 2014 - Apr 2014

    Brunswick, Maine (12 weeks)Successfully carried 15-20 patient/day caseload independently with minimal supervision of clinical instructor during 12 week clinical. Developed skills for efficient and effective outpatient physical therapy examination, treatment, and discharge planning. Actively advocated for patients by providing the most appropriate and efficient care based on insurance coverage. Introduced to McKenzie Method and Kinesio Taping to broaden personal knowledge of treatment techniques.Signature Accomplishment: Sharpened skills required to perform appropriate examination, evaluation, diagnosis/prognosis, and discharge planning while becoming part of the team at Parkview Medical Center

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  Acute Inpatient Hospital

  • Physical Therapy Clinical II

    • May 2013 - Aug 2013

    Served as a physical therapy student to address physical, emotional, and physical healing at Florida Hospital Waterman. Provided exceptional patient care and safety for a multitude of diagnoses in the acute care setting. Adapted to hospital setting using education gained from the classroom and the immense desire to acquire knowledge in the clinical setting. Prioritized patient goals working alongside occupational therapy to establish patient safety and independence.Signature Accomplishment: Comprehensive communication with medical staff and patient to improve patient compliance and outcomes.

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  Outpatient Orthopedic, Eisenhower Medical Center

  • Physical Therapy Clinical I

    • Sep 2012 - Nov 2012

    Served as a secondary patient point of contact at an outpatient clinic part of Eisenhower Medical Center; a not-for-profit organization that exists to serve the changing healthcare needs of the region by providing excellence in patient care with supportive education and research. Practiced safety was imperative due to geriatric clientele. Utilized modalities including electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and use of heating or cooling packs. Executed accurate documentation was emphasized to mitigate any legal ramifications. Promoted of teamwork throughout the day provided a positive learning and work environment. Signature Accomplishment: Repetition of clear, concise, accurate documentation.

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  Anjon’s Italian Restaurant

  • Server

    • May 2009 - Sep 2012

    Implemented efficient time management, excellent teamwork, and exceptional service in order to promote client retention