Brenda Buus, PT
Brookings,SD
Summary
Physical Therapist with extensive experience completing patient evaluations and creating personalized treatment plans and patient education. Proven ability to enhance mobility and rehabilitation outcomes through effective clinical evaluation and strong patient relationships. Experience with electronic health records and committed to optimizing care in multidisciplinary settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Brookings Chiropractic Center and Physical Therapy
06.2007 - Current
- Designed and implemented individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to assess patient mobility and functionality.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and progress tracking.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- 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.
Physical Therapist
Hendricks Community Hospital
08.1997 - 09.2007
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD07-1997
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD12-1993
Skills
- Clinical evaluation
- Treatment planning
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Mobility enhancement
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Vestibular rehabilitation
Certification
- Certified in BLS
- Certified BLS instructor
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Brookings Chiropractic Center and Physical Therapy
06.2007 - Current
Physical Therapist
Hendricks Community Hospital
08.1997 - 09.2007
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of South Dakota
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of South Dakota