Ashley White
Uxbridge,MA
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Criterion Child Early Intervention
11.2019 - Current
- Provide physical therapy evaluations and treatment services to infants and toddlers (ages 0-3) with developmental delays and disabilities.
- Provide education and support to family.
- Coach, educate and train caregivers in techniques and strategies to enhance their child's development and independence.
- Preform developmental evaluations using the Battelle Developmental Inventory 2nd edition
- Work collaboratively with families in the development of the child's IFSP.
- Develop strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, maintaining open communication channels, and offering consistent support throughout the therapy process.
- Facilitate transition to the public school system.
- Evaluate a child's need for orthotics and adaptive equipment and provide supporting documentation.
- Refer clients to medical specialists and clearly communicate concerns and PT specific observations
- Facilitate a motor-based playgroup for children 6 months-18 months. Adapt group activities according to the child's abilities.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Enable Early Intervention
01.2016 - 11.2018
- Provided physical therapy evaluations and treatment services to infants and toddlers (ages 0-3) with developmental delays and disabilities.
- Provided education and support to family.
- Coachd, educated and trained caregivers in techniques and strategies to enhance their child's development and independence.
- Preformed developmental evaluations using the Battelle Developmental Inventory 2nd edition.
- Worked collaboratively with families in the development of the child's IFSP.
- Provided case management and coordination of discipline specific consults.
- Maintained medical record and ensure it is complete.
- Preformed reviews of the Child's IFSP along with appropriate documentation.
- Facilitated transition to public school system.
- Evaluated a child's need for orthotics and adaptive equipment.
- Referred clients to medical specialists and clearly communicate concerns and PT specific observations.
- Assisted families with applying for supplemental insurance.
- Created detailed Letters of Medical Necessity for ordering adaptive equipment.
- Facilitated a playgroup incorporating all areas of development for children 6 months to 15 months.
- Managed pool group consisting of 12 children (ages 0-3) and their parents.
- Developed and executed therapeutic activities in the pool to address each individual child's needs.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Hasbro Early Intervention
11.2014 - 12.2015
- Provided physical therapy evaluation and treatment services to infants and toddlers (ages 0-3) with complex developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary and genetic disorders in their natural environment
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive plan of care with emphasis on family education and coaching as delineated in the Individualized Family Service Plan
- Coached, educated and trained caregivers in techniques and strategies to enhance their child's development and independence
- Oversaw and managed the child's IFSP
- Coordinated services, referrals, consults
- Performed reviews and communicated findings with physician
- Co-lead developmental playgroup for children in EI program
- Designed creative and interactive lesson plans for children and their caregivers
- Coached caregivers on various strategies to improve their child's attention, focus, and play
- Worked interdisciplinary with orthopedic surgeon, neurosurgeon, urology and nurse practioner to deliver comprehensive and effective patient care
- Acted as a liaison to coordinate implementation of services and ordering of new equipment
- Assisted clinic coordinator in designing and implementing new family questionnaire to improve documentation and patient care.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Tufts Medical Center
01.2013 - 10.2014
- Evaluated impairments and functional limitations of patients across the lifespan in an acute care setting
- Worked as a part of an interdisciplinary team to develop the most effective discharge plan for patients
- Participated in daily interdisciplinary team rounds to communicate the patient's functional progress and needs
- Participated in an interdisciplinary tone management clinic
- Assessed patient's muscle tone, impact on function and the patient's goals
- Communicated findings to Physiatrist and assisted with developing most appropriate medical management plan for the patient
- Clinical instructor for two students
- Educated students on appropriate patient care in the clinical setting
- Provided guidance and facilitated active learning.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
FlexPlus Physical Therapy
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Examined and evaluated impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities present in individuals with orthopedic pathology
- Developed and implemented manual therapies, therapeutic exercise and activities in accordance to patient goals and expected outcomes.
- Reduced recovery time for patients with sports injuries through targeted exercises and massage techniques.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of New England
Portland, ME05.2012
Bachelors of Science -
University of New England
Biddeford, ME05.2009
High School Diploma -
Uxbridge High School
Uxbridge, MA06.2005
Skills
- Pediatric Therapy
- Treatment Planning
- Pediatrics Knowledge
- Trained in kinesiology taping
- Home Health Care Expertise
- Adaptive Equipment
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED & First Aid
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapist- 2012
- CPR, First Aid & AED
Professional Development
- Pediatric Aquatic Therapy, 12/2023
- Early Intervention: Postural Control and Handling Techniques, 9/2023
- Torticollis: Assessment & Treatment of Infants & Children, 10/2021
- Posture, Movement & Function: Beyond the Basics- An Integrated Approach, 8/2020
- Evidence-Based Strategies for Infant Positioning and Handling Using Tummy Time to Influence Motor, Vision, and Language Development, 05/2019
- Treating Torticollis What's In Your Toolbox? Evidence-Based Assessments & Interventions, 05/2019
- Pediatric Kinesiology Taping and Handling, 06/2017
- Neuroplasticity for Children, 06/2017
- Rhode Island's Intro to Early Intervention training program., 05/2015
- Baby Steps: Building Ambulation Interventions in Infants and Toddlers with posture and movement dysfunction., 04/2015
- Pediatric Standing: Equipment indications and Implementation, 02/2015
- Dystonia Lecture: New England Institute of Technology, 01/2015
- APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program, 10/2013
- Treadmill for Students with Autism and Apraxia Protocol Treatment Design and Implementation Workshop, 04/2011
- America Physical Therapy Association Annual Conference, 06/2010
Clinical Affiliations
- STUDENT INTERN, Detroit, MI, Michigan Children's Hospital, Winter 2012, Inpatient Subacute Rehab
- STUDENT INTERN, Newton, MA, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Summer 2011, Inpatient Acute Care
- STUDENT INTERN, Natick, MA, FlexPlus Physical Therapy, Fall 2010, Outpatient Orthopedics
Research
Outcomes of the Treadmill Training for Students with Autism and Apraxia Protocol on Functional Mobility, Attention, and Sensory Processing (2012):
- Developed and implemented an IRB approved pediatric research study to examine the effects of a treadmill protocol through use of the Six-Minute Walk test, Test of Gross Motor Development and the Sensory Profile outcome measures.
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Criterion Child Early Intervention
11.2019 - Current
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Enable Early Intervention
01.2016 - 11.2018
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Hasbro Early Intervention
11.2014 - 12.2015
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Tufts Medical Center
01.2013 - 10.2014
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
FlexPlus Physical Therapy
09.2012 - 01.2013
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of New England
Bachelors of Science -
University of New England
High School Diploma -
Uxbridge High School
- Licensed Physical Therapist- 2012
- CPR, First Aid & AED
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