David Kunz
West Jordan,UT
Summary
Seasoned Acute Care Physical Therapist with a robust background in acute rehabilitation and neurologic care, notably at Intermountain Healthcare. Expert in diagnostics, with a bilingual proficiency enhancing patient communication. Demonstrated success in utilizing evidence-based practices to significantly improve patient outcomes, underpinned by exceptional time management skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Care Physical Therapist
Intermountain Healthcare
01.2019 - Current
- 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.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
- Expert in Intensive Care Unit management, specifically in the Neurologic ICU.
Acute Care Physical Therapist
Hospital Corporation of America, HCA
06.2017 - 01.2019
- 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.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Sentara Healthcare
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05-2016
Skills
- Trained in diagnostics and prognostics
- Acute rehabilitation background
- Direct patient care
- Time management proficiency
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Neurologic experience
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Acute Care Physical Therapist
Intermountain Healthcare
01.2019 - Current
Acute Care Physical Therapist
Hospital Corporation of America, HCA
06.2017 - 01.2019
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Sentara Healthcare
07.2016 - 06.2017
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of Utah
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