Ann Pollzzie
Romeo,Michigan
Summary
To work as a Home Care Physical Therapist and a team member in providing a high quality of care to a diverse group of patients.
Experienced with patient rehabilitation and mobility enhancement techniques, focusing on customized treatment plans. Utilizes therapeutic exercises, balance tasks, and manual therapy to maximize patient recovery. Track record of improving patient outcomes efficently through effective communication and patient education.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Custom Home Health And Hospice
Troy, Michigan
11.2011 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of home visits.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.
Physical Therapist
Oakland Home Care
West Bloomfield, Michigan
06.2006 - 06.2016
- Responsible for individual care plans for patients in an Independent/Assisted Living Facility
- Coordinate care between PT/OT/SLP and Physicians/Nursing staff
- Coordinate and present in-services to the staff and residents of Waltenwood at Lakeside/Main
- Attend marketing events to promote Oakland Home Care and Waltenwood services
Physical Therapist
Guardian Angel Home Care
Rochester Hills, Michigan
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Responsible for individual care plans for patients in a home care setting
- Coordinate care between PT/OT/SLP and Physicians
Physical Therapist
St. John North Shores Hospital
Harrison Township, Michigan
05.2002 - 07.2006
- Responsible for individual patient care for outpatient orthopedic injuries for past three years
- Responsible for individual patient care for inpatient neurological rehabilitation while working on a team with all disciplines of patient care for first year of employment
- Present in-services on various educational topics
Center Coordinator of Clinical Education
St. John North Shores Hospital
Harrison Township, Michigan
07.2004 - 01.2006
- Responsible in administering, managing and coordinating incoming Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant students with outpatient, inpatient and pediatric clinical instructors while also implementing learning activities between the student and CI
Physical Therapist
Physiotherapy Associates
Warren, Michigan
05.2001 - 05.2002
- Responsible for individual patient care in the rehabilitation of numerous orthopedic injuries
- Coordinate professional staff in-services
Education
Bachelor of General Studies - Exercise Science
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan04.1998
Master in Physical Therapy - undefined
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan04.2001
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Oakland University
Rochester, Michigan12.1999
Skills
- Home exercise programs
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Clinical reasoning
- Injury prevention
- Geriatric therapy
- Patient-focused therapy
- Case management
- Home health care expertise
- Protocol compliance
Certification
Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Michigan, July 2001 to present
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Custom Home Health And Hospice
11.2011 - Current
Physical Therapist
Oakland Home Care
06.2006 - 06.2016
Physical Therapist
Guardian Angel Home Care
06.2006 - 07.2007
Center Coordinator of Clinical Education
St. John North Shores Hospital
07.2004 - 01.2006
Physical Therapist
St. John North Shores Hospital
05.2002 - 07.2006
Physical Therapist
Physiotherapy Associates
05.2001 - 05.2002
Master in Physical Therapy - undefined
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Oakland University
Bachelor of General Studies - Exercise Science
Oakland University