Emma Summers
Madison,WI
Summary
Dedicated Physical Therapist with over four years of experience in dynamic hospital and clinic environments in both roles of full-time staff member and travel contractor. A proven track record of accurately assessing the needs of variety of patients and implementing individualized and research-driven plans of care. Committed to helping patients with varying diagnoses and conditions in different healthcare settings. Communicative and reliable professional well-versed in collaborating with practitioners and adhering to treatment instructions.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Physical Therapist -Travel Position
UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Plan individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Develop letters of medical necessity and DME recommendations to promote safe discharge to the patients' home settings.
- Streamline documentation processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely communication among healthcare team and outside equipment vendors.
Outpatient Physical Therapist - Travel Position
Advance Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered expert outpatient physical therapy services to diverse populations, including geriatric, orthopedic, neurological, and sports-related cases.
- Consistently met productivity standards while maintaining high-quality patient care and satisfaction levels.
- Enhanced patient mobility and function by utilizing manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercises, and modalities.
Home Health Physical Therapist - Travel Position
Christ Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Decreased hospital readmission rates by providing thorough patient education on condition, injury prevention, and self-management strategies.
- Assisted patients in regaining independence by evaluating home environments for safety modifications and adaptive equipment needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and caregivers to facilitate trust, communication, and adherence to treatment plans.
Rehabilitation Physical Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
10.2019 - 10.2022
- Evaluated, assessed, and developed evidence-based plans of care for patients following orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and neurological injuries.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, psychologists, and orthotists to ensure multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Mentored new physical therapists, fostering a supportive learning environment and sharing clinical expertise.
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Saint Louis University
St Louis, MO05.2019
Skills
- Active PT licenses in Illinois, Ohio, Texas, Wisconsin, and Georgia with PT Compact privileges
- CPR/BLS Certified Provider
- Expertise in Geriatric, Neurological, Cardiac, and Orthopedic therapy
- Resilient and flexible in a high demand, ever-present challenging health care system
Timeline
Rehabilitation Physical Therapist -Travel Position
UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Outpatient Physical Therapist - Travel Position
Advance Rehabilitation
05.2023 - 08.2023
Home Health Physical Therapist - Travel Position
Christ Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2023
Rehabilitation Physical Therapist
Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
10.2019 - 10.2022
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Saint Louis University
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