Jeel Shukla
Hicksville,NY
Summary
Experienced and compassionate DPT with 12+ years of outpatient and 1+ year of acute care experience. Dual-state licensure, Graston, Vestibular, and BFR certified. Doctorate Degree in physical therapy and Masters in Public Health with a major in Health Education. Bilingual individual skilled in clinical and administrative tasks in a busy healthcare setting. Strong track record as a Clinical Director, overseeing clinical operations, strategic planning, staff development, and regulatory compliance. Known for driving operational success, improving workflow processes, and enhancing overall clinical services quality. Detail-oriented Medical and Health Services Manager passionate about facilitating excellent patient care. Adept at designing and implementing policies and procedures. Motivated team builder and supervisor focused on driving team collaboration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Director
Professional Physical Therapy
Hicksville, NY
06.2021 - Current
- Ensured high-quality clinical supervision for team members and services.
- Established policies and procedures to guarantee compliance with industry regulations and care standards.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Conducted interviews and hired new clinicians.
- Monitored patient progress, ensuring quality care was provided.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate health services across multiple facilities.
- Reviewed medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with legal requirements.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance through regular meetings and assessments.
- Educated patients on their treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle changes.
- Attended conferences to enhance knowledge of best practices in healthcare management.
- Evaluated survey data aimed at measuring patient satisfaction levels.
- Streamlined safety measures with strategic tactics.
- Utilized effective recruitment strategies to bring in exceptional personnel with diverse skill sets and a passion for helping others.
Senior Physical Therapist
Professional Physical Therapy
Hicksville, NY
05.2017 - 05.2021
- Formulated patient-specific courses of action using proven medical practices.
- Managed and maintained precise medical records following federal regulations and organizational policy.
- Analyzed results of treatments administered by physical therapists and implemented required adaptations.
- Attended educational programs dedicated to keeping up with the latest advancements in rehabilitative medicine.
- Trained students from local universities in various aspects of physical therapy practice.
- Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.
- Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
Physical Therapist
Comprehensive Staffing Solutions
NYC, NY
07.2012 - 05.2017
- Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy
- Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation
- Managed a high-volume caseload and organized the daily schedules of physical therapy assistants and patients
- Trained and oriented new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants
- Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times
- Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in the decision-making process
- Consistently exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments
Physical Therapist
Staten Island University Hospital
Staten Island, NY
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation
- Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts
- Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers
- Established positive rapport with patients
- Managed a caseload of 16 inpatient patients
Physical Therapist
Sterling Hospital
Vadodara, India
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Evaluated and treated a wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies
- Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices
- Increased weekly average patient visit volume by 20 % through improved scheduling and rapid insurance approval turnaround
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts
- Delivered home care physical therapy to homebound patients
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers
- Managed a caseload of 25 inpatient, outpatient, home health and long term care patients
Physical Therapist
BAPS Hospital
Vadodara, India
08.2008 - 03.2009
- Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation
- Managed a high-volume caseload and organized the daily schedules of physical therapy assistants and patients
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability
- Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity
- Facilitated outpatient physical therapy for patients with knee and hip replacements, chronic pain and balance disorders
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of Incarnate Word
San Antonio, Texas12-2014
Master’s in Public Health -
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY01.2012
Bachelors in Physical Therapy -
JRN Rajasthan University
Udaipur, Rajasthan, India01.2008
Skills
- Patient assessment expert
- Adaptive to changing environments
- Patient-focused therapy
- Skilled in patient relations
- Focused on consistent, quality care
- Orthopedics specialist
- BLS training
- Certified to become mentor for student internship
- Certified in Functional Mobilization I
- Team player
- Handled outpatient clinic alone
Languages
Hindi
Professional
Gujarati
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Physical Therapist
- Graston Certified Specialist
- BFR specialist
- Certified Vestibular Therapist
Timeline
Clinical Director
Professional Physical Therapy
06.2021 - Current
Senior Physical Therapist
Professional Physical Therapy
05.2017 - 05.2021
Physical Therapist
Comprehensive Staffing Solutions
07.2012 - 05.2017
Physical Therapist
Staten Island University Hospital
01.2012 - 06.2012
Physical Therapist
Sterling Hospital
08.2008 - 08.2009
Physical Therapist
BAPS Hospital
08.2008 - 03.2009
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of Incarnate Word
Master’s in Public Health -
Western Kentucky University
Bachelors in Physical Therapy -
JRN Rajasthan University