Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Licensure
References
Continuing Education
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Erica Weisselberg

9079 Dye Cabins Drive, Park City,UT

Summary

Attentive Physical Therapist with 19 years of experience in acute care settings and home care. Skilled in treating diverse patient populations, injuries, and illnesses to restore mobility. Passionate about improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Per Diem Physical Therapist

Intermountain Health Park City Hospital
900 Round Valley Drive, Park City, UT, 84060
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided physical therapy evaluations and treatments to patients with post-operative orthopedic, medical, and musculoskeletal diagnoses.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient status and plan for discharge from therapy services.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, including workshops and conferences, and the Emergency Department Professional Group, to stay current with advancements in physical therapy.

Per Diem Physical Therapist

New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell
525 East 68th Street, New York, NY, 10065
03.2009 - 03.2021
  • Managed and treated patients in acute care, the emergency department, and intensive care unit settings.
  • Treated conditions in general medicine, geriatrics, oncology, orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, cardiopulmonary and cardiothoracic surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, and postpartum.
  • Performed initial evaluations, planned for discharges, and communicated findings to the healthcare team in detailed reports.

Private Home Physical Therapist

Self Employed
New York, NY
03.2012 - 02.2020
  • Educated patients and families about self-care treatments and exercises that can be completed at home.
  • Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Collaborated with home healthcare teams, including physicians, nurses, nurses' aides, and respiratory therapists, to help patients improve and progress physical health.

Senior Physical Therapist

New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
630 W 168th Street, New York, NY, 10032
08.2005 - 11.2009
  • Managed and treated patients in acute care, acute inpatient rehabilitation and intensive care unit settings.
  • Treated conditions in general medicine, geriatrics, orthopedic surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, cardiopulmonary and cardiothoracic surgery, heart and lung transplant, and cystic fibrosis.
  • Directly supervised 2 physical therapy students, managed caseload of 8-10 patients daily, oriented new staff to chest physical therapy, participated in rounds, and created in-services for staff.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy

New York University
New York, NY
05.2005

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training

The George Washington University
Washington, DC
05.2001

Skills

  • Empathetic and patient
  • BLS training
  • Time Management Proficiency
  • Computer competency with EMRs
  • Evaluation, Treatment, Goal Setting, and Discharge Plans
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Safety Management

Licensure

  • State Physical Therapy License- New York State Office of Professions 2005- 2022
  • State Physical Therapy License- State of Utah Department of Commerce: Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing 2022- Present

References

  • Furnished upon request

Continuing Education

  • 03/2024- Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Concussion, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 02/2024- Evaluating and Treating Concussions in the Adolescent Athlete, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 10/2023- APTA UTAH Annual Fall Conference, APTA, in- person learning
  • 08/2023- Management Of Orthopedic Edemas, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 05/2023- What You Don't Know About Physical Activity IS Killing Your Patients, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 05/2023- Stroke Rehabilitation Cases 1 & 2: Wheelchair and Household Ambulation, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 05/2023- Shoulder Arthroplasty: Return to Function, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 03/2023- The Other Ligaments: Multiple Ligament Injury and Treatment, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 03/2023- Updates in Contemporary Orthopedic Practice, Medbridge, e-learning course
  • 10/2022- APTA Utah Annual Fall Conference, APTA, in- person learning
  • 12/2020- Runner's Rehab Master Class: Identify and Treat the Root Cause of Running Injuries Faster than Ever Before, PESI, e-learning course
  • 11/2020- The Art and Science of the Perfect Run: Reduce Injuries and Increase Performance, PESI, e-learning course
  • 10/2019- Understanding Pathophysiology: Its Direct Impact on Patient Care, PESI, e-learning course
  • 08/2019- Rehabilitation of Parkinson's Disease, Summit Professional Education, e-learning course
  • 09/2018- Acute Care and ICU Pharmacology: Implications of Early Mobilization and Functional Outcomes, Education Resources, Inc., e-learning course
  • 09/2018- Clinical Physiological Monitoring: Lab Values, Case Studies, Test, Education Resources, Inc., e-learning course
  • 09/2018- Lines, Tubes, Ventilators and Diagnostic Screening for Stability vs Instability, Education Resources, Inc., e-learning course
  • 07/2018- Clinical Decision Making in Acute Care: Focus on Cardiopulmonary Issues, Education Resources, Inc., e-learning course
  • 12/2017- Strength Training & Exercise Prescription for Older Adults: Successfully Manage Orthopedic & Chronic Disease, Vyne Education, in-person learning
  • 03/2017- Integrating the Neuro Exam Into Daily Practice, PhysicalTherapy.com, e-learning course
  • 02/2017- Reducing Hospital Readmissions for Patients With Pulmonary and Cardiac Issues, PhysicalTherapy.com, e-learning course
  • 06/2016- Management of Acutely Ill Patients: An evidence Based Approach from a Cardiopulmonary Perspective. Intensive Lab., Education Resources, in-person learning
  • 08/2015- Coding and Billing for Therapy and Rehab, Cross Country Education, e- learning course
  • 05/2015- Pharmacology Fundamentals for Therapist, Education Resources, in- person learning
  • 02/2014- Combined Sectional Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, APTA, in- person learning
  • 02/2014- The ABC's of Vestibular Rehabilitation, American Physical Association Neurology Section, in- person learning
  • 04/2013- Functional Testing and Skilled Documentation in Geriatric Therapy, Cross Country Education, in- person learning
  • 10/2012- Evidence in Action: A Comprehensive Management of Balance Impairments and Falls for Adult Cancer Survivors, American Physical Therapy Association Oncology Section, in- person learning
  • 02/2012- Combined Sectionals Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, APTA, in- person learning
  • 08/2011- Nothing Else Matters If You Can't Breath! Incorporating Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Examination and Intervention into the Treatment of all Patients, Education Resources, Inc., in- person learning
  • 08/2010- Treating the Cardiac Patient, Education Resources, Inc., in- person learning
  • 06/2009- Annual Conference & Exposition of The American Physical Therapy Association, APTA, in- person learning
  • 11/2008- Implementing Weight Management Programs: Integrating Diet, Exercise & Lifestyle Change, Exercise ETC., Inc., in- person learning
  • 11/2008- Training the Core: A Strong and Healthy Back, Exercise ETC., Inc., in- person learning
  • 11/2008- Designing Cardio Programs: High Intensity Interval Training, Exercise ETC., Inc., in- person learning
  • 09/2008- Examination and Treatment of Mechanical Disorders of the Lumbar Spine and Sacroiliac Joint: A Symptom Reduction Model, Education Resources, Inc., in- person learning
  • 08/2008- Stay Current! New Advances in Musculoskeletal Examination of the Core and Extremities, Cross Country Education, in- person learning
  • 11/2007- Introduction to NDT: Achieving Functional Outcomes for Adults with Hemiplegia Using the Principles of NDT, Recovering Function, in- person learning
  • 10/2007- Screening for Medical Referral: Cardiovascular, Pulmonary, Urogenital and Gastrointestinal, APTA, in- person learning
  • 09/2007- Intensive Orthopedics: Everything you Wanted to Know About Total Joints and Traumatic Fractures, Great Seminars and Books, Inc., in-person learning
  • 10/2006- One Step Ahead: An Integrated Approach to Lower Limb Prosthetics and Amputee Rehabilitation, Advanced Rehabilitation Therapy, in- person learning
  • 10/2004- Current Concepts in Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Bracing Symposium, DJ Otho Donjoy, in- person

Timeline

Per Diem Physical Therapist

Intermountain Health Park City Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Private Home Physical Therapist

Self Employed
03.2012 - 02.2020

Per Diem Physical Therapist

New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell
03.2009 - 03.2021

Senior Physical Therapist

New York Presbyterian Columbia Medical Center
08.2005 - 11.2009

Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy

New York University

Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training

The George Washington University
Erica Weisselberg