Elizabeth Collins
Ostrander,OH
Summary
Professional with background in acute and post hospital physical rehabilitation and patient care. Skilled in therapeutic techniques, patient assessment, and treatment planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable, results-driven, and prepared to make meaningful impact in patient recovery and well-being.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
OhioHealth
09.2013 - Current
- Mentored five new physical therapists and twelve student physical therapists, fostering a supportive learning environment and sharing clinical expertise.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Enhanced patient mobility and reduced recovery time by designing and implementing individualized treatment plans for post-surgical rehabilitation including patient with Left Ventricle Assist Devices.
- Served as Weekend Lead Physical Therapist, collaborating with multidisciplinary team members to facilitate discharges over weekend time frame.
- While working with OhioHealth Home Care in a Per Diem capacity, completed Start of Care, Resumption of Care and treatment documentation for PT and OT patient populations,
- Collaborated on Prism award winning project transforming acute care management of open heart surgery patient care.
Physical Therapist Per Diem
Fauquier Health System
03.2011 - 11.2013
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes in acute care hospital setting, skilled nursing and rural home care setting. Case Manager for patients receiving only physical therapy services .
Physical Therapist
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
12.2007 - 12.2010
- Facilitated pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation in heart transplant surgery program, addressing Level 1 Trauma Center patients,, accelerating patient recovery times while minimizing complications.
Senior Physical Therapist
The Toledo Hospital
10.1996 - 11.2007
- Provided physical therapy services across all age groups geriatric populations tailoring interventions according to each client''s unique requirements.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment plans, adapting therapy strategies as needed to ensure progress towards established goals.
- Team Leader in outpatient rheumatology clinic, as well as acute care duties, oversight of up to ten PTA and aide staff.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Health Science in Physical Therapy
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05-2005
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Toledo
Toledo10-1996
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Case management
- Patient-focused therapy
- Focused on consistent, quality care
Timeline
Physical Therapist
OhioHealth
09.2013 - Current
Physical Therapist Per Diem
Fauquier Health System
03.2011 - 11.2013
Physical Therapist
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
12.2007 - 12.2010
Senior Physical Therapist
The Toledo Hospital
10.1996 - 11.2007
Master of Science - Master of Health Science in Physical Therapy
University of Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Toledo
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