Dorice Cristadoro Zeier

• Part-time physical therapist.
• Conducted patient evaluations to develop tailored therapy plans for medically fragile children ages 0 to 3, Pre-K, and school-aged in a daycare setting for children who were medically fragile and multiply disabled.
• Implemented therapeutic exercises and activities to enhance mobility and strength in pediatric patients.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for patients.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions and treatment progress in electronic health records.
• Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
• Participated in wheelchair and other adaptive equipment evaluations for patients, and submitted evaluation reports to medical equipment vendors.

• Full-time physical therapist.
• Provided school-based physical therapy to children ages 3–21 within their school setting.
• Developed programs and activities using both multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary approaches to strengthen sensorimotor, cognitive, gross, and fine motor skills in students.
• Implemented therapeutic exercises and activities to enhance mobility and strength in pediatric patients.
• Collaborated with the administration, teachers, OTs, and speech therapists in program development and outcomes.
• Provided in-services to school-based faculty and staff.
• Collaborated with district staff in development of programs and adaptations for physically challenged
• Participated in multidisciplinary IEP meetings with parents, reporting student progress, and establishing goals.
• Participated in continuous professional development activities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
• Evaluated assistive devices such as braces and wheelchairs to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.

Full-time physical therapist providing school-based physical therapy to children aged 3–21 within their school settings.

• Developed and implemented programs and functional activities to enhance mobility and strength in students with disabilities.
• Collaborated with teaching staff within the classroom for the carry-over of therapeutic goals.
• Provided in-service education to staff.
• Collaborated with district staff in development of programs and adaptations for physically challenged students.
• Participated in multi-disciplinary IEP meetings with parents, reporting progress, and establishing goals.
• Participated in evaluations for wheelchair and adaptive equipment, providing written input to vendors to submit to insurance.

Part-time physical therapist 20 hours/week

Started the above school-based position with the Santa Rosa School District as a part-time position initially.

Job description the same as the full-time explanation above.

Part-time physical therapist in a home health setting.

• Conducted patient evaluations to develop tailored therapy plans for diverse rehabilitation needs.
• Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment protocols to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
• Educated families on home exercise programs and strategies for ongoing patient support.
• Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
• Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
• Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.

Consultant with Northview Community - a residential facility for multiply-disabled and medically fragile children through age 16.

Developed programs and activities for staff follow through with residents.

Addressed and instructed staff in alternative positioning, mobility, transfers, use of adaptive equipment, and therapeutic exercise.

Provided follow-up assessment of patient progress and need for further staff development

Full-time physical therapist serving acute care, outpatient adult, and pediatric patients.

• Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously enhance skills as a Physical Therapist.
• Recorded patient prognosis, treatment, and responses into reports and patient charts.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
• Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
• Worked with pediatric patients in the NICU and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.

• Participated in community outreach clinics, such as the Muscular Dystrophy Clinic and the CMS Clinic.

• Contributed to positive and supportive clinic atmosphere, mentoring new therapists and assisting with their professional development.

Full-time physical therapist serving home health patients in the East Texas area.

• Performed home evaluations and developed treatment plans to increase patient strength and mobility, promote safe practices, and reduce recovery time post-hospital or rehab discharge.
• Educated families and patients on proper body mechanics and self-care practices to improve long-term outcomes.
• Provided in-service training to staff on proper body mechanics, transfer, and mobility techniques.