Christine Burke
West Hartford
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist with extensive experience at HealthPRO Heritage, specializing in aquatic therapy and geriatric care. Proven track record of enhancing patient mobility and strength through tailored treatment plans. Recognized for empathetic patient interactions and effective collaboration with healthcare teams, consistently improving rehabilitation outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
HealthPRO Heritage
Bloomfield
03.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patient conditions and developed individualized treatment plans.
- Administered therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and wellness strategies.
- Documented patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as necessary.
Physical Therapist
Select Rehab
West Hartford
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Provided physical therapy services for a 256 bed top rated performing skilled nursing facility.
- Also worked in St Mary’s outpatient physical therapy where many patients wanted to continue with my service and choose St Mary's as their outpatient program due to their successful progress as my patient.
- Access patients rehabilitative needs, develop patient and treatment goals and conduct physician prescribed PT programs.
- Oversee physical therapy assistants in physical rehabilitation therapy treatments.
- Helped improve rehabilitation ratings as done per the state.
- Provided physical therapy services for a 256 bed top rated performing skilled nursing facility. Also worked in St Mary’s outpatient physical therapy where many patients wanted to continue with my service and choose St Mary's as their outpatient program due to their successful progress as my patient.
Physical Therapist
Apple Rehab
Middletown
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Actively oversaw patient and resident care therapy, medical records and execution of physician orders.
- Tested neuromuscular, motor, cognitive and psychosocial skills.
- Provided highest quality of care to patients and their families.
- Facilitated health and healing by cultivating caring relationships with patients.
Physical Therapist
All Star Therapy
Farmington
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Created home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
- Directly supervised physical therapy aide and managed caseload for 15-20 patients.
- Routinely performed diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities.
- Expertly customized conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of individual patients.
- Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality compassionate care.
- Performed and documented initial exams and determined appropriate diagnosis.
- Increased clinical revenue through raising patient volume and implementing higher value procedures.
Physical Therapist
Amberwoods
Farmington
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Operating as the facilities permanent per diem therapist for 10 years.
- Evaluated and implemented treatment programs following disease or profound injury including loss of limbs, traumatic brain injury, stroke, cardiac, respiratory conditions and paralysis.
- Promoted a positive professional and solutions-oriented approach with colleagues and ancillary staff.
Per Diem Physical Therapist
Eastern Rehab Network
West Hartford
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Evaluated patient conditions and developed personalized treatment plans.
- Administered therapeutic exercises to improve mobility and strength.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Per Diem Physical Therapist
Pacific Rehab Inc
Honolulu
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Worked as a per diem physical therapist at local area skilled nursing facilities providing flexibility and learning numerous different software documentation.
- Created and implemented patient’s treatment in the outpatient clinic setting.
- Athletic trainer at the three Hartford public schools in all of their sports programs.
- Created rehabilitation programs with the assistance of the physical therapist for patients.
- Acquired craniosacral and myofascial techniques.
- Educated patients on home programs and modified as needed based on patients physical capabilities.
- Assisted physical therapist in their treatments, which included devising fitness programs for gym facility, creating hydrotherapy programs and guiding patients through their therapy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CTBachelor of Science - Physical Education/Athletic Training
Central Connecticut State University
Skills
- Aquatic therapy
- Sports medicine therapy
- Kinesio taping
- Empathy building
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Therapeutic massage
- Geriatric therapy
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Physical Therapist
HealthPRO Heritage
03.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist
Select Rehab
09.2016 - 09.2018
Physical Therapist
Apple Rehab
08.2015 - 09.2016
Physical Therapist
All Star Therapy
01.2014 - 08.2015
Physical Therapist
Amberwoods
01.2004 - 01.2014
Per Diem Physical Therapist
Eastern Rehab Network
01.1995 - 01.1999
Per Diem Physical Therapist
Pacific Rehab Inc
01.1993 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Hartford
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Athletic Training
Central Connecticut State University