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Catherine Traiman

Lafayette,CA

Summary

Highly adaptable and licensed Physical Therapist with 20+ years of experience in home health setting. Seeking a per diem role to utilize expertise in care of homebound patients, while contributing high-quality, patient-centered care.



Focused professional with proven ability to assess patient condition, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate outcomes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist

Sutter Care at Home
08.2015 - Current
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs.
  • Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.
  • Created individualized exercise programs to improve patient mobility and function.
  • Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
  • Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.

Physical Therapist

Sutter Care at Home
11.2005 - 06.2015
  • Assessed, evaluated and developed appropriate and individualized goals and treatment plans and administered treatment to home-bound patients.
  • Effectively communicated with the patients, the patient's families/caregivers and other members of the health care team regarding assessment of the patient, including a home exercise program, home modifications, and equipment and safety recommendations.
  • Precepted four physical therapists, most of whom were new to home health.

Acute care Physical Therapist, BAK Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services

Sequoia Hospital
11.2002 - 08.2005
  • Assessed, evaluated and developed appropriate goals and treatment plans and administered inpatient treatment.
  • Supervised three PT interns.
  • Worked in ICU with medically complex patients.

Education

Doctorate Degree - Physical Therapy

Arizona School of Health Sciences
Mesa, AZ
01.2002

B.S. - Physiological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
01.1998

Skills

  • Empathetic and patient
  • Home health care expertise
  • Patient-focused therapy
  • Time management proficiency

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Sutter Care at Home
08.2015 - Current

Physical Therapist

Sutter Care at Home
11.2005 - 06.2015

Acute care Physical Therapist, BAK Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Services

Sequoia Hospital
11.2002 - 08.2005

B.S. - Physiological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry

University of Arizona

Doctorate Degree - Physical Therapy

Arizona School of Health Sciences

QUALIFICATIONS

Dedicated and motivated California-licensed Physical Therapist with twenty years of home health experience providing homebound patients rehabilitative services and case management. Nearly three years of acute-care experience providing inpatient rehabilitative services for adults and geriatric patients. History of exemplary ratings on performance reviews. Graduate of APTA-approved Doctorate program in physical therapy. Additional credentials include BLS and CPR certifications. Well-versed in a broad range of physical therapy programs, treatments and modalities restoring function and mitigating disability for patients recovering from illness or surgery and injured patients. Enthusiastic team player with a reputation for excellent interpersonal/communication skills and proven strengths in case management. Deeply committed to delivering quality and compassionate care.

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