Jennifer Apel
Rockwall,TX
Summary
Dedicated physical therapist pursuing per diem opportunities with a strong commitment to helping patients manage pain and recover from injuries. Possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a willingness to learn, and outstanding communication abilities, ready to foster collaboration within a team environment. Eager to tackle new challenges while driving positive outcomes and advancing organizational goals. Proven ability to adapt quickly and contribute meaningfully to patient care and team success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Per Diem Physical Therapist
Peterson Health
Kerrville, TX
01.2009 - 10.2021
- Evaluated and administered personalized therapeutic interventions to optimize patient recovery in various clinical environments including acute, acute rehab, and ICU
- Supervised physical therapy assistants and aides
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs with varied diagnoses such as multiple medical trauma, neurological disorders, COVID, orthopedic injuries, and post-operative care
- Recorded patient prognosis, treatment, and responses into reports and patient charts utilizing Meditech EMR.
Full-time Inpatient Physical Therapist
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital
Tustin, CA
04.2002 - 01.2003
- Managed 16 patients with a primary specialization in neurological rehabilitation including SCI, TBI, CVA as well as varied medical and orthopedic diagnoses
- Treated patients utilizing the following: Neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT) methods, gait training, and functional strengthening
- Performed home evaluations and wrote letters of medical necessity for appropriate adaptive equipment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM10-2001
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oklahoma Christian University
Oklahoma City, OK05-1997
Skills
- Focused on consistent, quality care
- Flexible in dynamic settings
- Patient-focused therapy
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- EMR / EHR
Timeline
Per Diem Physical Therapist
Peterson Health
01.2009 - 10.2021
Full-time Inpatient Physical Therapist
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2002 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Oklahoma Christian University