Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
JFK Partners Project SCOPE: Supporting Children of the Opioid Epidemic Sessions
References
Accomplishments
Currently in Colorado BABIES Learning Collaborative
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
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Jaime Guggisberg, PT, DPT

AURORA,CO

Summary

With intent to become a Therapy Team Member at Adam's Camp-2022.

Accomplished and enthusiastic Physical Therapist offering 17 years of experience inclusive of School-based and home based settings focused on the Early Intervention Settings. I am a Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills.

  • Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of Colorado
  • License number: # PTL.008483
  • Active Professional Special Service License: #24387698
  • Willing to provide physical therapy services including; evaluation, treatment and follow up with pediatric documentation.
  • Willing to provide supervision for PT aides/assistants and students with specific tasks and/or patients. Provide continuous consultation and education to families.
  • Hardworking Physical Therapist successful at building positive relationships
  • Extensive background working with Early Intervention population and school based practice in-home and school based settings.


Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Square Peg Therapies
Parker, CO
11.2021 - Current
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
  • Observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Kids Care Home Health
Denver, CO
11.2020 - Current
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Delivered home care therapy to home bound and long-term care patients.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Motor Time Fun, LLC, Owner of Motor Time Fun, LLC
Aurora, CO
06.2017 - Current
  • Provide Early Intervention Services as Independent contractor
  • Provide Home Based PT/Evaluations for Medicaid waivers
  • Evaluate and treat children with diagnoses such as global developmental delay, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, torticollis, spina bifida, hemiplegia, brain injuries, children born prematurely, Autism Spectrum disorders, as well as other chromosomal disorders and syndromes
  • Order and fit appropriate assistive devices/DME for standing, walking, transfers, and bathing
  • Order and fit appropriate orthotic devices for pediatric foot disorders with certified pediatric orthotists.
  • Communicate effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Communicate pertinent results, progress, or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.
  • Manage high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of self and patients.
  • Accurately completed insurance and Medicaid billing
  • Supervised clinical students through CU DPT PT program
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Spark Home Health
Denver, CO
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Communicate effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Plan individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Attend professional development opportunities.
  • Deliver home health physical therapy services for school-age and birth -3 years.
  • Monitor and record patient progress in response to therapy.
  • Provide therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
  • Organize and prioritize workload and delegate responsibilities to other team members.
  • Work with health care professionals and families to maintain continuation of care.
  • Test and measures used to asses patients' strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
  • Conduct clinical assessments and evaluations to determine patient needs and appropriate clinical diagnoses.
  • Interpret results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
  • Implement policies and procedures with utmost working ethics while communicating effectively to team members.
  • Educate patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Contribute to team meetings and collaborate with management in patient recovery program decision-making process.
  • Delivered home care physical therapy to home - bound patients.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.

Community Liaison Manager

Kids Mobility Network
Centennial , CO
03.2020 - 05.2021
  • Consultant to other therapists for School Program development and DME needs
  • Increase program outreach by building strong relationships with educators and community.
  • Help integrate students into school environment and navigate school system requirements following IDEA guidelines.
  • Provide information to families to access community resources.
  • Improve program effectiveness by implementing strategic process improvements with CEO of KMN


School -Based Physical Therapist

Aurora Public Schools
Aurora, CO
06.2006 - 07.2017
  • Provide PT services to children with multiple disabilities, developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders age range 3-21 years old.
  • Evaluate and treat children with diagnoses such as global developmental delay, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, torticollis, spina bifida, hemiplegia, brain injuries, children born prematurely, Autism Spectrum disorders, as well as other chromosomal disorders and syndromes
  • Order and fit appropriate assistive devices for standing, walking, transfers, and bathing
  • Clinical Instructor for Colorado University, Regis University, and other DPT programs for accredited Universities
  • Managed department for Durable Medical Equipment
  • Completed Community Resource Guide
  • Supported the development of specialized programs for Autism, diversified learning centers, and building modifications to programs to optimize access for students with disabilities
  • Attended appointed meetings to support complex cases
  • Previous independent contractor for APS to cover leaves, complex cases, or overflow of high-volume caseloads
  • Mentor for new SBPT and followed CDE guidelines to assist in on- boarding as well as completion to obtain Special Service license
  • Assigned to multiple positions for the APS teams: social chair, DME, professional development, clinical education.
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).

Pediatric Home Health Physical Therapist

Hand Prints Home Health
Lakewood, CO
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Evaluate and treat children with diagnoses such as global developmental delay, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, torticollis, spina bifida, hemiplegia, brain injuries, children born prematurely, Autism Spectrum disorders, as well as other chromosomal disorders 3 and syndromes, severe pervasive development disorders-group home focused ◼ Order and fit appropriate assistive devices for standing, walking, transfers, and bathing.
  • Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.

Pediatric Home Health Physical Therapist

Results Matters Home Health
Westminster, CO
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Evaluate and treat children with diagnoses such as global developmental delay, Cerebral Palsy, Down syndrome, torticollis, spina bifida, hemiplegia, brain injuries, children born prematurely, Autism Spectrum disorders, as well as other chromosomal disorders and syndromes

Physical Therapist

Supplemental Health Care
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • Worked in various hospital, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, school-based settings, and rehabilitation clinics
  • Inpatient acute care setting.
  • Provided patient care in various specialties: Surgical ICU, Critical Care Unit, Neurology ICU, trauma, orthopedics, transplants, medicine.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary rounds including acute rehabilitation rounds, SICU rounds, and medicine rounds with physicians, case managers, social workers, and RNs.
  • Ordered and fit appropriate assistive devices for standing, walking, transfers, and bathing.
  • Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Conducted precise assessments of patient condition and functional abilities.
  • Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
  • Researched and stayed abreast of current treatment modalities by attending professional development opportunities.
  • Supported patients' ability to maintain progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.

Physical Therapist

Platte River Rehab & Sports Medicine Clinic
Brighton, CO
01.2003 - 01.2004
  • Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Developed and implemented personalized fitness and therapeutic programs.
  • Created fitness and exercise programs to help patients recover from chronic diseases and improve overall physical health.
  • Facilitated outpatient physical therapy for patients with knee and hip replacements, chronic pain and balance disorders.

Physical Therapist Licensed Applicant

Rancho Physical Therapy
Corona, CA
04.2003 - 07.2003
  • Orthopedic manual therapy, sports and spine rehabilitation, pediatric outpatient therapy, hydrotherapy specializing in pediatric hydrotherapy for neurological rehabilitation.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.
  • Communicated pertinent results, progress, or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.

PT Internship

California Children Services
Hesperia, CA
01.2003 - 03.2003
  • Out-patient pediatric orthopedics and neurological rehabilitation focusing on multiple diagnoses.
  • Implemented treatment programs for children with juvenile arthritis and those in recovery from sports injuries.

PT Internship

Children’s Hospital of Orange County
Orange, CA
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Out-patient pediatric orthopedics, neurological rehabilitation, hydrotherapy, In-patient pediatrics orthopedics, pediatric acute/sub- acute physical therapy.

Education

No Degree - Pre-Medicine

La Sierra University
Riverside, CA

Doctor of Physical Therapy - Pediatric Rehabilitation

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Provo, UT
08.2014

Masters of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
06.2003

Bachelor of Science -

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda University
06.2002

Bachelor of Science -

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
1999

Skills

  • Home health care expertise
  • Extensive Pediatric knowledge
  • Trained in diagnostics and prognostics
  • Client focused therapy
  • Skilled in patient relations
  • EMR / EHR
  • IEP proficient
  • Adaptive to changing environments
  • Program development
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • School-based therapy

JFK Partners Project SCOPE: Supporting Children of the Opioid Epidemic Sessions

Completed an 8 week JFK Partners Project SCOPE: Supporting Children of the Opioid Epidemic Sessions! The Project SCOPE network provides ongoing resources and support to train participants in evidence-based best practices on screening, monitoring, and ongoing support for children and families coping with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS), Neonatal Opiate Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS), and related issues.

References

Tricia Williams, OTD- Lead Manager of Therapy Dept at Aurora Public Schools.

Phone: (303) 748-3479

Email: tmwillams@aurorak12.org
Pete Kopp- Owner of Kids Mobility Network
Phone: (303)726-8533
Email: peterkopp@kidsmobility.org

Jenn Gherardini- School Psychologist for Endeavor in Cherry Creek School District

Phone: (720) 886-7242

Email: jgherardini@cherrycreekschools.org
Jayne Dougherty, OTR- Former Colorado Department of Education Principal Consultant and current Consultant for APS for the OT/PT/APE/Child Find Programs

Phone: (303)880-8243

Tora Manetto-Spratt, PT, DPT ABPTS - Owner of Precious Steps Pediatric Therapy

Phone: (303) 912-8318

Email: pmspratt@pspediatrictherapy.com
Phone: (303)880-8243

Accomplishments

  • CPI (crisis prevention intervention) certified
  • CPR Certified
  • Member of Global Foundation for Down syndrome
  • Independent Contractor for Developmental Pathways
  • Medicaid Provider
  • Active APTA Member and Pediatric Section Member
  • Professional Special Services License: 24387698
  • GO-FOR IT Certified- Developmental Pathways
  • Certifications and continuing education in the following: Pediatric power wheelchair and mobility, ongoing professional development with emphasis on pediatric rehabilitation, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sensory Processing Disorders, DME courses applicable to pediatrics, multiple con-ed courses related to pediatrics in physical therapy, working towards completion of Pediatric Certified Specialist in 2021/2022
  • Working towards certification of Assistive Technology certification through RESNA
  • Assisted in the successful process of merging APS and KMN to maximize funding for DME needs in the school.
  • Successfully completed and submitted Colorado’s first edition of Colorado’s Guidelines for School-Based Physical Therapists to CDE in 2014. Vetted and currently used in university programs and 7 by Colorado Department of Education
  • Clinical Instructor for CU Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
  • Mentor for University of Northern Colorado-ECSE Masters Program
  • Rock Tape the Kinesio- Taping Method Certification for Pediatrics
  • Adam’s Camp Physical Therapist-worked with a multi-disciplinary team providing therapy in an intense, week-long program for children with special needs and their families for children 5-18 years of age x 2years during summer times in Granby, Colorado.
  • Early Start Physical Therapist- worked for intensive Therapy Family Camp for children 1 to 4 years of age. Early Start- Adam’s Camp x 2years mid-year in Denver, Colorado
  • NSCD- Volunteered at Multiple Day Summer Camps the NSCD provides for therapeutic recreation, competition and adaptive sports for children and adults with disabilities in Colorado.
  • Provided Aurora Public Schools an organized RESOURCE GUIDE for all available resources to students and families within APS to be distributed district wide
  • Assisted Kids Mobility in creating online access for community to view DME on website for families and school districts across Colorado
  • Currently providing support writing Letter of Recommendation HCBS (SLS/CES) Waivers for Developmental Pathways
  • Attended the A RISE ABOVE to learn about HBCS waivers
  • Memberships for web-based programs
  • Attended E-Summit for maximum education for the world of TeleHealth
  • Lead a team to write APTA- FACTS sheets
  • Board member for Colorado Department of Education- Advisory board for CDE for School-based practice
  • Demonstrate experience with and/or a strong willingness to learn
  • Completed a 15 month fellowship to learn the BABIES Model. This is a program for advanced clinicians working with medically fragile supported by The Mariposa Center for Infant, Child, and Family Enrichment and JFK Partners in Children’s Hospital of Aurora
  • Excellent communication capability
  • Highly organized and enjoy project development
  • Appreciate working on a team of likeminded individuals
  • Goal-oriented and focus driven
  • Versed with all disciplines of therapy
  • Demonstrate experience with and/or a strong willingness to learn.

Currently in Colorado BABIES Learning Collaborative

Training for Community Professionals who work with Newborns and Young infants with Special Needs and their families. Completed in July 2021. Currently in post-fellowship to continue training to accept this special populations for PT services.

Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
  • Pediatric Special Section Member

Certification

  • Licensed CO Physical Therapist - 14 years
  • BABIES and PreSTEPS Model Trained in 15 month Fellow-ship
  • BABI Training - current study: The BABI is an observation and structured interview instrument designed to evaluate the current status and progression of development for medically fragile and developmentally challenged babies newborn through about six months of age.
  • Reflective meeting participant for the BABIES Learning Collaborative -current study: with Emily McNeil, LPC, BC-DMT, CIMI, EMDR cert., IMH-E MC®: Owner/Clinical Director at The Mariposa Center for Infant, Child, and Family Enrichment and Tora Spratt, ABPTS Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy and IMH-E®-Infant Family Specialist
  • Active CPR certification for Health Care Provider
  • Future Certification fro the Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration -MNRI Method- NeuroTactile Integration (Pending completion of course)
  • Future Certification 2022-2023 goal: ABPTS Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy
  • Future ATP Certification 2022 through RESNA for adaptive seating and mobility



Timeline

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Square Peg Therapies
11.2021 - Current

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Kids Care Home Health
11.2020 - Current

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Spark Home Health
09.2020 - 06.2021

Community Liaison Manager

Kids Mobility Network
03.2020 - 05.2021

Pediatric Physical Therapist

Motor Time Fun, LLC, Owner of Motor Time Fun, LLC
06.2017 - Current

Pediatric Home Health Physical Therapist

Hand Prints Home Health
01.2016 - 01.2017

Pediatric Home Health Physical Therapist

Results Matters Home Health
01.2012 - 01.2014

School -Based Physical Therapist

Aurora Public Schools
06.2006 - 07.2017

Physical Therapist Licensed Applicant

Rancho Physical Therapy
04.2003 - 07.2003

Physical Therapist

Supplemental Health Care
01.2003 - 01.2007

Physical Therapist

Platte River Rehab & Sports Medicine Clinic
01.2003 - 01.2004

PT Internship

California Children Services
01.2003 - 03.2003

PT Internship

Children’s Hospital of Orange County
01.2002 - 01.2003

No Degree - Pre-Medicine

La Sierra University

Doctor of Physical Therapy - Pediatric Rehabilitation

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Masters of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy

Loma Linda University

Bachelor of Science -

Loma Linda University

Bachelor of Science -

San Diego State University

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