ERIKA DINOVITZ, PT DPT
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Licensed Physical Therapist with 13 years of experience treating adult and geriatric patient populations. Skilled in helping patients regain functional independence and mitigate disabilities. Well-versed in a broad range of treatment planning and wrap-around services for quality of life and improving patient therapeutic outcomes. Excellent communicator with outstanding patient rapport and dedication to patient success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation Services
Baltimore, Maryland
12.2022 - Current
- Provided education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy treatments, safety procedures.
- Prescribed and demonstrated in-home exercises and therapies to help patients improve progress and physical health.
Senior Program Manager
Zwagil Foundation/JZ Marketing
Remote
11.2020 - 10.2022
- Managed and developed programming, organized local and remote events for donor participation, marketing content for social media and recruitment of volunteers for cause-based activities.
- Coordinated operations and communications between donors and facilitated nonprofit partnerships for increased community impact.
Hospital to Home Coordinator
Image of Maryland / Hospital
Baltimore, MD
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Responsible for screening and providing on-going coordination of services for eligible geriatric patients discharged home
- Collaborated on cases involving home modification and assistive devices for low-income individuals.
- Collaborated with case managers to ensure all necessary services are provided promptly and effectively.
- Organized resources and identified service providers to assist individuals with their needs.
Physical Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation
Baltimore, MD
09.2017 - 03.2020
- Provided community geriatric house-calls for Medicare patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions including in-home screening, referrals for assistive devices, home modification and assessment for emergency intervention.
- Emphasis on quality of care in 1-1 therapy sessions, caregiver and patient education, advocacy and maximizing functional independence through community resources.
- Provided family and caregiver education and support services.
Physical Therapist
Lee Miller Rehabilitation
06.2015 - 09.2017
- In an outpatient orthopedic setting
- Customized conventional physical therapy techniques to meet specific needs of individual patients.
- Collaborated with practitioners by recording and sharing physical therapy outcomes and recommending modifications to treatment plans.
- Emphasis on manual therapy including Cyriax thrust manipulations, dry needling and myofascial techniques., in an outpatient orthopedic setting
Physical Therapist
Life Fitness Physical Therapy
Lutherville , MD
05.2014 - 06.2015
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Initiated appropriate intervention programs for patients suffering from accidents, illnesses and injuries.
- Incorporated clinical expertise, patient values and best evidence to drive clinical practice.
Physical Therapist
Lifebridge Physiotherapy Associates
11.2011 - 05.2014
- In an outpatient orthopedic setting
- Provided physical therapy to an adult population with various orthopedic conditions with a focus on manual therapy.
- Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.
Education
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Florida International University
Miami, FL08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Florida International University
06.2007
Certificate -
Baltimore School of Massage
Linthicum Heights, MD07.2022
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- MS Office
- Case Management Expert
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation Services
12.2022 - Current
Senior Program Manager
Zwagil Foundation/JZ Marketing
11.2020 - 10.2022
Hospital to Home Coordinator
Image of Maryland / Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2021
Physical Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation
09.2017 - 03.2020
Physical Therapist
Lee Miller Rehabilitation
06.2015 - 09.2017
Physical Therapist
Life Fitness Physical Therapy
05.2014 - 06.2015
Physical Therapist
Lifebridge Physiotherapy Associates
11.2011 - 05.2014
Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Florida International University
Certificate -
Baltimore School of Massage
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