Anthea Dsouza
Clearwater,FL
Summary
A highly collaborative & accomplished professional with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy along with 6+ years of impactful clinical experience in delivering hands-on treatment most specifically in Musculoskeletal (Ortho) and Neurological conditions. A dedicated Clinical educator using superior communication skills to build strategic relationships with other healthcare partners and advocate for optimal patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinician/Physical Therapist
Wrights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Centre
Largo, Florida
06.2020 - Current
- I evaluate, design and implement approximately 50 individualized PT Treatment plans a month based on patients need.
- I Lead and Support the Rehabilitation team by delegating treatment protocols and collaborating with Allied Staff for Optimal Patient Care
- Timely diagnosing/ treating and successfully discharging patients with required education for caregivers and family members post treatment.
Clinician/Physical Therapist
Encore Rehabilitation
08.2018 - 05.2020
- PT Evaluations and documenting progress outcomes of patients
- My job involved engaging and educating healthcare partners (including NPs, fellows, residents) by communicating clinical and scientific evidence based practices that are implemented in my therapy practice to facilitate the recovery process.
Physical Therapist
LH Hiranandani Hospital
India
06.2015 - 12.2016
- I worked as an Acute Care PT that included Med/Surgical Wards and ICU, treating approximately 15-20 patients a day.
- Most common cases included Ortho- post surgical patients (Hip/ Knee/ Shoulder Arthroplasty) for which I would develop and implement a detailed plan of care in line with scientific / evidence based practice while maintaining compliance with strict infection control.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree (DPT) -
Loma Linda University
California06.2018
Bachelors in Physical Therapy (BPT) -
MGM University
India03.2015
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal & Communication skills
- Adept at Patient and Client Education
- Self Directed & Trustworthy with good Decision Making Skills
- Motivating & Empowering Teams and Strongly encourages Interdisciplinary Team coordination
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)
- Documentation - Well versed with various EHR software (Optima, Net Health, Casamba)
- Creative Clinical Educator: Designs and edits videos, posters, Illustrations for Patient/Team Education
- CPR certified by American Heart Association
- Well Traveled- 10 countries; Values cultural diversity & appreciates networking Friendly and Positive Attitude
- Multi-Lingual (Speaks 4 languages)
- Possesses multiple Online ACP certifications - Continuing Education Courses
- Designs Home Exercise Programs and Marketing of PT Durable Medical Equipment as deemed necessary
Hobbies and Interests
- Financial Interests - Stock market enthusiast
- Physical Fintess and Functional Medicine
- Design and Staging Homes for Real Estate Sales
- Playing Musical Instruments (Acoustic Guitar/Piano)
- Reading- Books on Mental Health & Human Psychology
Timeline
Clinician/Physical Therapist
Wrights Healthcare and Rehabilitation Centre
06.2020 - Current
Clinician/Physical Therapist
Encore Rehabilitation
08.2018 - 05.2020
Physical Therapist
LH Hiranandani Hospital
06.2015 - 12.2016
Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree (DPT) -
Loma Linda University
Bachelors in Physical Therapy (BPT) -
MGM University