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Jennifer Burke

Saratoga Springs,NY

Summary

Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions. Focused Physical Therapist committed to helping patients manage pain and injuries. Skillful in monitoring results and prescribing exercises for long-term health. Communicative and reliable professional well-versed in collaborating with practitioners and adhering to treatment instructions. Enthusiastic team player, deeply committed to delivering quality care as a physical therapist for geriatric and orthopedic patients. Special expertise working with patients suffering from multiple and complex conditions to provide effective rehabilitation services.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

Albany VNA
Albany, NY
11.2014 - Current
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Supervised physical therapy assistants and HHAs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Constructed physical therapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
  • Observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures.
  • Trained and oriented new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, walkers, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Communicated pertinent results, progress or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients with care team, supervisors and medical staff.
  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Delivered home care therapy to home bound and long-term care patients.
  • Attended routine individual conferences, staff meetings and education.

Physical Therapist

Schenectady VNS
Schenectady, NY
01.2014 - 09.2014
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, home modifications and therapeutic treatments.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Attend staff meetings and case conferences
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Constructed physical therapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Inspected physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
  • Observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures.
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, walker, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Communicated pertinent results, progress or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.

Lead Rehabilitation Physical Therapist

Glens Falls Hospital
Glens Falls, NY
09.2007 - 09.2013
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, CNAs and volunteers.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of therapy assistants and patients.
  • 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.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures.
  • Trained and oriented new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
  • Communicated pertinent results, progress or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Aided and counseled patients adjusting to permanent physical disabilities.
  • participated in team meetings, staff and program development.

Physical Therapist

Saratoga County Early Intervention And CPSE
Ballston Spa, NY
01.1998 - 01.2003

Provided physical therapy for patients 0-5 years old in their home or daycare ,care giver education, equipment recommendations, communicated with staff and medical providers, attended staff and school meetings

Physical Therapist

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
Schenectady, NY
01.1996 - 08.2000
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, aides, technicians and volunteers.
  • Participated in team and staff meetings
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of therapy assistants and patients.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts.
  • Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
  • Observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures.
  • Trained and oriented new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.
  • Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
  • Communicated pertinent results, progress or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.
  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Aided and counseled patients adjusting to permanent physical disabilities.

Physical Therapist

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
Schenectady, NY
01.1997 - 01.1999

Head physical therapist at Green Manor Nursing Home

  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability
  • Supervised physical therapy assistants, home health aides,

Clinical Coordinator for Clinical Education

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
Schenectady, NY
01.1998 - 12.1998

Coordinated with colleges and universities, staff and students to provide and supervise clinical experiences, education, communication and policies and procedures.

Physical Therapist

Stillwater School District
Stillwater, NY
09.2003 - 09.2004

Head physical therapist for Stillwater School District

  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine students needs.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of therapy students.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plan of care
  • Constructed physical therapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Supported students progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Provided therapy session adaptations according to progress and limitations.
  • Attended CSE meetings

Education

Biology

Siena College
Albany, NY

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

Boston University
Boston, MA
01.1996

Bachelor of Science -

Boston University
Boston, MA
05.1995

Skills

  • Trained in motor and cognitive skills therapy
  • Home health care expertise
  • Broad understanding of Neurology
  • Pediatrics knowledge
  • Patient-focused therapy
  • Skilled in patient relations
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Adaptive to changing environments
  • Data evaluation
  • Patient Management
  • Broad cardiopulmonary knowledge
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Focused on consistent, quality care
  • Case management
  • Patient Assessments
  • Information recording
  • Progress monitoring
  • Medical Records Management

Certification

  • License in physical therapy in New York
  • NDT certification
  • OASIS trained
  • Many continuing education courses

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Albany VNA
11.2014 - Current

Physical Therapist

Schenectady VNS
01.2014 - 09.2014

Lead Rehabilitation Physical Therapist

Glens Falls Hospital
09.2007 - 09.2013

Physical Therapist

Stillwater School District
09.2003 - 09.2004

Physical Therapist

Saratoga County Early Intervention And CPSE
01.1998 - 01.2003

Clinical Coordinator for Clinical Education

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
01.1998 - 12.1998

Physical Therapist

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
01.1997 - 01.1999

Physical Therapist

Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
01.1996 - 08.2000

Biology

Siena College

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

Boston University

Bachelor of Science -

Boston University
Jennifer Burke