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Education
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Facility Experience and Expertise
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Claire Reynes

Warner Robins,GA
Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
Saint Thérèse de Lisieux

Summary

Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions. Focused Physical Therapist committed to helping patients manage pain and injuries. Skillful in monitoring results and prescribing exercises for long-term health. Communicative and reliable professional well-versed in collaborating with practitioners and adhering to treatment instructions. Determined individual proficient in utilizing variety of physical therapy modalities to treat pain, improve mobility and restore function. Skilled in patient education to help individuals understand diagnosis and treatments. Advises and supports patients and families on issues related to physical rehabilitation.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical-therapist, Rehab Manager

Houston Healthcare
11.2000 - Current
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.

. Manage 20 Full time and PRNS Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant and Rehab Aides. Co- manage Occupational Therapists and Speech Therapists.

. Responsible for Midterm and Yearly evaluations for 20 employees.

. Update yearly budget and capital equipment needs.

  • Trained new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding policies and standards of care.
  • Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
  • Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
  • Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
  • Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
  • Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
  • Administered sports injury rehabilitation, facilitating return to pre-injury levels of activity.
  • Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.

Traveling Physical Therapist

Professional Rehabilitative Services
05.1996 - 10.2000
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
  • Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs.
  • Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
  • Educated patients on proper body mechanics and injury prevention to avoid risk of re-injury.
  • Created individualized exercise programs to improve patient mobility and function.
  • Provided physical therapy services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.

Physical Therapist

Rehabilitation South
10.1992 - 04.1996
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
  • Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs.
  • Created individualized exercise programs to improve patient mobility and function.
  • Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
  • Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
  • Educated families and patients on proper body mechanics and self-care practices to improve long-term outcomes.
  • Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
  • Evaluated effects of treatment at various stages and adjusted treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.

Education

BS In Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy

Cebu Doctor’s University ( Cebu Doctor’s College), Cebu City Philippines
03.1992

Skills

  • Patient Assessment
  • Treatment Planning
  • Patient-Focused Therapy
  • Pediatrics Knowledge
  • Patient Relations
  • Physical Assessment
  • Protocol Compliance
  • Exercise Planning
  • Therapeutic Exercises
  • Physical Examination
  • Bilingual in Language
  • Focused on Consistent, Quality Care
  • Progress Documentation
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Team Training
  • Staff Education and Training
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Orthopedics Specialist
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Team Training
  • Staff Education and Training
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Orthopedics Specialist

Facility Experience and Expertise

SNF, Sub-Acute Facility, Out- patient hospital based facility, Pediatric Out- patient clinic, School System Physical Therapy and Acute Care Hospital Setting.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Physical-therapist, Rehab Manager - Houston Healthcare
11.2000 - Current
Traveling Physical Therapist - Professional Rehabilitative Services
05.1996 - 10.2000
Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation South
10.1992 - 04.1996
Cebu Doctor’s University ( Cebu Doctor’s College) - BS In Physical Therapy , Physical Therapy
Claire Reynes