DEBORAH J. SALTZMAN PT, CNT
Summary
Physical therapist with expertise in patient assessment and customized treatment strategies. Developed individualized rehabilitation programs and conducted workshops to enhance junior staff skills. Focused on improving functional abilities through innovative methods and evidence-based practices, ensuring optimal recovery outcomes. Known for high productivity, effective communication, and teamwork to facilitate patient progress.
Overview
1
1
Certification
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
BAPTIST HOSPITAL
Miami
02.1988 - 07.2026
- Designed treatment programs to achieve established goals for patient recovery.
- Assessed patient conditions to establish measurable goals and enhance functional abilities.
- Documented patient progress and adjusted treatments to optimize recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate comprehensive patient care effectively.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for physical therapy techniques, enhancing team skillset.
- Educated families and caregivers on physical therapy treatments and safety procedures to support patient care.
- Demonstrated safe handling and positioning techniques during therapy sessions.
- Conducted workshops on physical therapy advancements for community outreach efforts.
Physical Therapist
GREEN BRIAR NURSING CENTER
Miami
05.1986 - 02.1988
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals for restoring functional abilities.
- Designed tailored treatment programs to meet established rehabilitation goals.
- Assisted patients with physical movements to alleviate pain and improve mobility.
- Educated patients on injury prevention and rehabilitation techniques to accelerate recovery.
- Applied clinical expertise and patient values to inform evidence-based practice in treatment plans.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to address challenges in complex patient cases.
- Educated families, caregivers, staff, and healthcare professionals on safety procedures and physical therapy treatments to improve patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Miami
Miami, FL05-1986
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Miami
Miami, FL05-1984
Associate of Arts - Physical Therapy
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05-1982
Skills
- Patient assessment and goal setting
- Evidence-based treatment strategies
- Clinical reasoning and problem solving
- Patient-centered therapy approaches
- Orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation
- Geriatric therapy and functional mobility
- Outpatient and acute rehabilitation
- Protocol compliance and clinical recordkeeping
- Interdisciplinary teamwork and collaboration
- EMR/EHR systems proficiency
- Staff, student, and team mentorship
- Community outreach initiatives
Certification
- Infant Massage Certification Issued: 2026
- CNT#190420 Certified Neonatal Therapist Issued: 2020
- NDT Pediatric Part 1 Issued: 1998
- NDT Pediatric Part 2 Issued: 1998
- Sensory Integration & Praxis Administration Issued: 1995
- Treatment of Sensory Integration Dysfunction Issued: 1995
- Sensory Integration Physical Therapy Interpretation Issued: 1995
- Sensory Integration Certification SIPT#6694 Issued: 1995
- Neurological Foundation for Sensory Integration Issued: 1994
- Adult NDT Certification Issued: 1993
- NDT Baby Course Issued: 1991
- Pediatric Pool Certification Issued: 1989
Affiliations
- Soothe Initiative in NICU
- Annual NICU Reunion
- Annual Children's Health Day
- NICU Therapy Team
- NICU Collaboration Practice Committee
- Performance Improvement Family Centered Care
- Prevention of IVH in ELBW Infants
- Infection Control Fast Track
Timeline
Physical Therapist
BAPTIST HOSPITAL
02.1988 - 07.2026
Physical Therapist
GREEN BRIAR NURSING CENTER
05.1986 - 02.1988
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Miami
Associate of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Miami
Associate of Arts - Physical Therapy
Miami Dade College