Alexis Wesner
New Castle,PA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Physical Therapist with a special interest in the geriatric and neurologic population. My goal is to provide my patients with quality, individualized care. Through my various interpersonal skills, I also seek to facilitate a positive and meaningful interdisciplinary collaboration approach.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Experience
Skilled Nursing Facility, Grove Manor
2023.11 - Current
- Served as sole physical therapist at facility while supervising staff comprised of three PTAs
- Collaborated with PTAs, OTs, COTAs, and SLPs in order to ensure optimal level of care for all patients
- Performed several home evaluations in order to ensure patients' safe return to prior level of living
- Utilized different modes of therapy including group and concurrent in order to improve patient to patient interaction and quality of life while progressing towards goals
- Became proficient in billing and documentation skills
Clinical Education Experience
Skilled Nursing Facility, Veterans Affairs CLC
2023.05 - 2023.07
- Conducted evaluation and treatment sessions for a multitude of complex patients, including those with Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, strokes, amputees, and severe deconditioning
- Made clinical decisions as to the best equipment, home modifications, and next step in D/C process for all patients
- Educated family members on proper transfer and guarding techniques
- Performed co-treatments with OTs and student-OTs
- Provided effective communication skills with nurses, doctors, and the entirety of staff regarding the patient's continuum of care
Clinical Education Experience
Outpatient, Air Physical Therapy
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Conducted evaluation and treatment sessions for a multitude of orthopedic cases, including reverse TSA, shoulder impingement, adhesive capsulitis, osteoporosis, quadriceps tendon repair, and low back pain
- Experience with evaluating and treating a variety of vestibular conditions, including BPPV, horizontal vertigo, and Meniere's disease
- Developed home exercise programs that targeted patient interests as well as their functional goals
- Worked alongside and directed PTAs as well as rehab aides
- Extensive experience with manual skills such as PROM, joint mobilizations, stretching, and soft tissue massage
Clinical Education Experience
Outpatient, Phoenix Physical Therapy
2022.06 - 2022.08
- Conducted evaluation and treatment sessions for a variety of post-operative patients, including TSA, THA, TKA, and more
- Performed functional employment testing to determine whether or not patients were safe to return to work
- Provided treatment sessions that focused on work hardening skills for those with a goal to return to work
- Developed skills utilizing different modalities such as traction, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2021
Skills
- Clinical decision making
- Time management
- Team work
- Compassion
- Creativity
- Communication
Personal Involvement
Member of Duquesne University Physical Therapy Association | 2017-2021
- Participated in fundraising programs and events
- Provided leadership for underclassmen physical therapy students
Certification
BLS certified
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Professional Experience
Skilled Nursing Facility, Grove Manor
2023.11 - Current
Clinical Education Experience
Skilled Nursing Facility, Veterans Affairs CLC
2023.05 - 2023.07
Clinical Education Experience
Outpatient, Air Physical Therapy
2023.01 - 2023.04
Clinical Education Experience
Outpatient, Phoenix Physical Therapy
2022.06 - 2022.08
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Duquesne University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Duquesne University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Duquesne University
BLS certified
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