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Heather Roloff

Culver City,CA

Summary

Over 15 years as a physical therapist, specializing in home health, and recognized for achieving positive patient outcomes through a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. Particularly skilled in developing individualized treatment strategies and supporting underserved communities.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

Providence Home Health LA South
Torrance, CA
06.2019 - Current
  • Deliver goal-oriented, in-home physical therapy services to homebound adults with multiple, complex co-morbidities, and impairments.
  • Continuously advocate for vulnerable patients, while ensuring the assignment of appropriate disciplines, and access to community resources for enhanced overall health and well-being.
  • Serve as a mentor/preceptor for integrating new hires.

Certified Canine Rehab Therapist

California Animal Rehabilitation
Los Angeles, California
06.2018 - 06.2020
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for animals with complex, orthopedic, and neurologic conditions.
  • Educated pet owners on post-rehabilitation care and exercise routines.
  • Collaborated with veterinarians to assess animal health and rehabilitation needs.
  • Trained staff on best practices for animal handling and therapy techniques.

Physical Therapist

Core Medical Group (Travel PT)
08.2010 - 06.2019
  • Administered patient-centered home health physical therapy across diverse contract settings spanning Washington and California.
  • Settings included Evergreen Hospital (WA), Amedisys (CA), Torrance Memorial (CA), Kaiser Permanente (CA), and Providence (CA).
  • Established travel contract extensions and permanent employment offers with all facilities resulting from patient and colleague feedback.

Physical Therapist

Peak Sports and Spine (Outpatient Clinic)
Bellevue, Washington
08.2008 - 07.2010
  • Treated a wide demographic, from pediatric to geriatric patients, as well as high-level athletes with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders.
  • Created and implemented an Aquatic Therapy Program.

Education

Doctorate of Physical Therapy -

Eastern Washington University
01-2008

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Washington State University
01-2005

Skills

  • Treatment planning
  • Patient assessment
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Mentorship and coaching
  • Staff education and training
  • Patient-focused therapy
  • Leadership skills
  • Health care collaboration
  • Consistent, quality care

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Providence Values in Action California Recipient. A statewide, peer nominated award for exemplifying a commitment to compassion, dignity, justice, excellence, integrity, and going above and beyond with patient care.
  • Providence Caught Caring Award Recipient
  • Cum Laude graduate at Washington State University and Eastern Washington University

Certification

  • Parkinsons PWR Certified (2025)
  • BLS (current)
  • Advanced Home Health Competency Certification (2024)
  • Certified Canine Rehab Therapist (2017)
  • PT licenses held in WA, CA, HI

Affiliations

  • Medical Teams International Volunteer (Chisinau, Moldova), and (Agua Blanca, Honduras)
  • Provided medical care in Rakai District, Uganda at NPO orphanage
  • Led disaster relief team to Haiti
  • Raised funds for and built a playground at an orphanage/school in Ghana
  • Union Gospel Mission homeless shelter volunteer
  • Heal the Bay beach cleanup volunteer

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Providence Home Health LA South
06.2019 - Current

Certified Canine Rehab Therapist

California Animal Rehabilitation
06.2018 - 06.2020

Physical Therapist

Core Medical Group (Travel PT)
08.2010 - 06.2019

Physical Therapist

Peak Sports and Spine (Outpatient Clinic)
08.2008 - 07.2010

Doctorate of Physical Therapy -

Eastern Washington University

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Washington State University

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