Chaya Rajeev
New York,NY
Summary
Accomplished sports physical therapist adept in post-surgical rehabilitation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and on-field management of acute injuries significantly enhanced patient outcomes at Hospital for Special Surgery and University of Delaware. Expertise in manual therapy and diagnostic testing, alongside a proven track record in developing sports-specific programs, underscores a commitment to excellence and patient care. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Physical Therapist
Hospital for Special Surgery
New York, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Completed 1 year from June 2021 to May 2022 before transitioning to complete a sports residency. Returned to HSS in August 2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to provide coordinated care for optimal patient outcomes.
- Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical rehabilitation for a variety of orthopedic and neurological injuries
- Objectively tested and measured patients' strength with Biodex and hand held dynamometry and functional capacity to determine and set more appropriate patient specific goals.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
Sports Physical Therapy Resident
University Of Delaware
Newark, DE
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team including athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach, doctor, and head coaches to develop comprehensive care strategies for athletes.
- Performed field and acute injury coverage for high school football and Division I basketball, lacrosse, ice hockey, and rugby, including Delaware's High School All Star Blue Gold Football game.
- Worked alongside skilled athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, and coaching staff in athletic training rooms and on the field
- Utilized Biodex and Humac systems, force plates, and hand held dynamometry to assess and gather data for exercise prescription and safe return to sport
Tennis Coach
Tompkins Tennis International
Fremont, CA
06.2013 - 05.2020
- Provided training direction, encouragement, motivation, and nutritional advice to prepare young athletes for games and competitive events
- Instructed individuals on sports rules, game strategies, and performance
principles, such as specific ways of moving the body, hands, or feet, to achieve the desired results and avoid injuries - Monitored athletes’ use of equipment to ensure safe and proper use
- Adjusted coaching techniques based on the strengths and weaknesses of
athletes - Organized off-season tennis camps for 3 years.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Columbia University
New York, NY05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University, SLO
San Luis Obispo, CA06.2017
High School Diploma -
Mission San Jose High School
Fremont, CA06.2013
Skills
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Manual Therapy
- Clinical Documentation
- Injury Prevention
- Sports Specific Program Development
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Diagnostic Testing including strength assessments and return to play testing
Certification
Board Certified Sports Certified Specialist (SCS)
Timeline
Sports Physical Therapy Resident
University Of Delaware
05.2022 - 06.2023
Staff Physical Therapist
Hospital for Special Surgery
07.2021 - Current
Tennis Coach
Tompkins Tennis International
06.2013 - 05.2020
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Columbia University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California Polytechnic State University, SLO
High School Diploma -
Mission San Jose High School