August Flores
Dover
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Physical Therapist with extensive experience at Atlantic Health System, excelling in orthopedic rehabilitation and patient relations. Proven track record in reducing recovery times through evidence-based practices and personalized treatment plans. Committed to fostering patient trust and enhancing care quality through effective communication and case management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Atlantic Health System
465 South St, Morristown , NJ
03.2020 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
Lead Physical Therapist
Tender Touch Rehab Services
Lakewood, NJ
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Reduced patient recovery time by utilizing evidence-based practices and staying current with industry advancements.
- Facilitated post-surgical rehabilitation, accelerating patient recovery times while minimizing complications.
- Mentored junior physical therapists, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Streamlined clinic operations by optimizing scheduling, documentation, and billing processes.
- Optimized communication with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of care for complex cases involving multiple health professionals.
- Created a culture of continuous improvement within the practice by encouraging feedback from both patients and staff, leading to ongoing enhancements in service quality.
Staff Physical Therapist
Prime Rehab Services
Yorktown Heights, NY
03.2016 - 07.2018
- Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
- Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
- Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines04-1996
Skills
- Injury prevention
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Clinical reasoning
- Patient relations
- Geriatric therapy
- Case management
- Focused on consistent, quality care
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Atlantic Health System
03.2020 - Current
Lead Physical Therapist
Tender Touch Rehab Services
10.2018 - 03.2020
Staff Physical Therapist
Prime Rehab Services
03.2016 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Santo Tomas