Coletta Germek
13711 GAR Highway, Chardon
Summary
Physical therapist with 10+ years of experience in the home health, SNF and outpatient fields. Passionate about providing excellent care and delivering empathetic, patient centered care. Committed to helping patients enhance their quality of life and manage disease/injuries with a functional based treatment approach. Strong clinical evaluation and thorough documentation skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
HealthPRO Heritage
06.2023 - Current
- Provided PT PRN for Blossom, Holly and Briar hill
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to accurately diagnose issues and determine appropriate interventions.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians and nursing and therapy staff to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
Physical Therapist
Lake Health Home Care
10.2015 - 07.2021
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Planned and implemented individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, prevent decline, alleviate pain and improve disability.
- Supervised PTA's and HHA's.
- Collaborated with team members to improve the system of documentation and methods of scheduling to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Provided direct patient care to a variety of populations including orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, geriatric, neurologic, and MRDD.
Physical Therapist
Ashtabula County Regional Health Home Care
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Planned and implemented individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, prevent decline, alleviate pain and improve disability.
- Supervised PTA's and HHA's.
- Provided direct patient care to a variety of populations including orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, geriatric, and neurologic.
Physical Therapist, Clinical Director
Keystone Physical Therapy
10.2010 - 03.2015
- Provided daily management and oversight of operations for a clinical facility.
- Lead the clinic staff to provide the highest quality clinical care and customer service.
- Responsible for hiring and managing associates.
- Ensured all clinic staff members received training, support and development to achieve company and professional goals.
- Marketed to develop community relationships with physicians and various referral sources.
- Provided direct patient care to a variety of populations including orthopedic, geriatric, neurologic, vestibular, and pediatric.
- Managed daily activities using key performance metrics to ensure optimal clinical care was delivered and operational goals were achieved.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH2007
Skills
- Provides PT services and initiates referrals when appropriate
- Evaluates clients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation
- Develops treatment plans by identifying short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals
- Coordinates and implements treatment plan with resident, family and other team members
- Monitors client's response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders
- Documents results of client's assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services
- Provides and recommends DME Trains resident, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of such equipment
- Coordinates and participates in discharge planning
- Supervises PTA's in the implementation of the treatment plan
- Maintains a current knowledge of the law regarding rehabilitative services and consults with supervisor to ensure that all employment actions are in compliance with applicable regulations
- Attends and participates in scheduled training, educational classes and meetings required
- Adapts to changes in schedule to meet client needs and to changes in responsibility in a positive manner Is receptive to new ways of completing tasks and is flexible in carrying out assignments
Timeline
Physical Therapist
HealthPRO Heritage
06.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist
Lake Health Home Care
10.2015 - 07.2021
Physical Therapist
Ashtabula County Regional Health Home Care
04.2015 - 09.2015
Physical Therapist, Clinical Director
Keystone Physical Therapy
10.2010 - 03.2015
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Youngstown State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Youngstown State University
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