Andrea McIntyre
Lockport,NY
Summary
Seasoned Physical Therapist with a proven track record at Catholic Health System, specializing in orthopedic and geriatric therapy. Excelled in designing customized home exercise programs and advancing patient care through innovative therapeutic exercises and clinical reasoning. Demonstrated leadership in managing high-volume caseloads and mentoring teams, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Catholic Health System
12.2012 - Current
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Provided detailed reports on patient responses for practitioner review.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Served as an advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system, working closely with insurance providers when necessary.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
Physical Therapist
Amedisys Home Health
08.2008 - 08.2012
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Served as an advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system, working closely with insurance providers when necessary.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.
Education
Masters Of Science - Physical Therapy
Nazareth College
Rochester, NY05.2002
Associate Of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY05.1993
Skills
- Home exercise programs
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Clinical reasoning
- Injury prevention
- Geriatric therapy
- Therapeutic exercises
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Case management
- Adaptive equipment
- Home health care expertise
- Direct patient care
- Physical assessment
- Patient assessments
- Medical records management
- Acute rehabilitation background
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Catholic Health System
12.2012 - Current
Physical Therapist
Amedisys Home Health
08.2008 - 08.2012
Masters Of Science - Physical Therapy
Nazareth College
Associate Of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Genesee Community College
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