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
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
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
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
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