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Education
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Certification
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Bernadette Tirador

Columbia
Bernadette Tirador

Summary

Energetic and compassionate individual with strong passion for empowering patients to achieve their health and independence goals. Well-versed in human anatomy and physiology, coupled with hands-on skills in both neurological and orthopedic conditions. Seeking to transition into a new role that values strong relationships and critical thinking. Committed to making a meaningful impact on patient recovery and quality of life.

Overview

3
years of professional experience
4

Certifications

Work History

Adventist HealthCare

Physical Therapist
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed high-volume caseload of acute rehab patients with wide variety of diagnoses, including SCI, TBI, CVA, amputee, polytrauma, post surgical, misc. progressive neurological disorders, etc.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients and family members/caregivers, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes and safe discharge to community.
  • Demonstrated leadership by coordinating successful accreditation process for clinic, ensuring CARF compliance as leader of the Spinal Cord Injury program team.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including OT, SLP, nursing, physiatry, care navigation, neuropsychology, etc. to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Evaluated assistive devices such as braces and prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function, safety, and comfort.
  • Mentored new physical therapists, fostering a supportive learning environment and sharing clinical expertise.
  • Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
  • Led group therapy sessions for improved strength and balance in adult populations, specifically using yoga as a modality to employ a holistic approach that addressed both physical and emotional aspects of rehabilitation.
  • Promoted patient autonomy by teaching self-management techniques for chronic pain conditions and providing education on anatomy and functional prognosis in an accessible format.
  • Elevated patient care standards by actively participating in continuing education courses and implementing learned techniques into practice.
  • Facilitated effective communication and teamwork across disciplines by working on the Engagement Committee to address concerns and promote necessary changes.
  • Organized therapeutic outings and home evaluations to support safe transition for patients back to home and community.

Education

Ohio University
Athens, OH

Doctor of Physical Therapy from Physical Therapy
04-2022

University Overview

  • Extracurricular Activities: Head of Community Outreach
  • Professional Development: LSVT and Dry Needling certification courses
  • Relevant Coursework: Advanced Pediatrics & Advanced Neurological Seminar

Skills

  • Home exercise programs
  • Orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation
  • Balance training and functional mobility
  • Gait analysis
  • Patient assessment and clinical reasoning
  • Patient-focused therapy and relations
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff and student education and training
  • Soft tissue mobilization
  • Custom wheelchair assessment
  • Stress management techniques
  • Empathetic and culturally aware

Certification

  • CPR/BLS
  • CBIS
  • Love Your Brain Yoga certified
  • ATC

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Adventist HealthCare
07.2022 - Current

Ohio University

Doctor of Physical Therapy from Physical Therapy

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