Lila Scarlato
Solana Beach, CA,CA
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
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Physical Therapist
Encinitas Physical Therapy
Encinitas, CA
01.2009 - Current
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
- Researched and stayed abreast of current treatment modalities by attending professional development opportunities.
Owner
Self-employeed
San Diego, CA
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
Staff Physical Therapist
Mission Hills Physical Therapy
San Diego, CA
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers.
- Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
- Evaluated and treated chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, and neuropathies.
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
Staff Physical Therapist
Oasis/Health South Rehab
San Diego, CA
10.1993 - 01.1996
- Tested and measured patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
- Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
- Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Humana Hospital
Woodland Hills, CA
07.1991 - 09.1993
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05.1991
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.1989
Skills
Manual Therapy including Functional Mobilization TM
Cranio-Sacral Therapy
Integrative Manual Therapy TM
Muscle Energy Techniques
Orthopedic Sports Rehabilitation
Joint and Soft Tissue Mobilization Techniques
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Farsi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Physical Therapist
Encinitas Physical Therapy
01.2009 - Current
Owner
Self-employeed
01.2000 - 01.2009
Staff Physical Therapist
Mission Hills Physical Therapy
01.1996 - 01.2000
Staff Physical Therapist
Oasis/Health South Rehab
10.1993 - 01.1996
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Humana Hospital
07.1991 - 09.1993
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of California - Los Angeles
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