Jerlin Amistoso
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Highly skilled Doctor of Physical Therapy with a proven track record at Julia Temple Healthcare Center, specializing in Geriatrics and Dementia Care. Expert in physical examination, diagnosis, treatment plan development and implementation, differential diagnosis, and patient education, showcasing significant achievements in enhancing patient outcomes through innovative therapeutic interventions and a patient-centered approach. Renowned for compassionate care and exceptional ability to educate patients and families, enhancing recovery and understanding.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Julia Temple Healthcare Center
02.2021 - Current
- Diagnosed and treated patients with Dementia suffering from acute and chronic conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatment.
- Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
- Administered specialized treatment for multiple patients daily.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Home Health
Accent Care Home Health
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Administered specialized treatment for multiple patients daily.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatment.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
- Completed routine physical exams and diagnostic tests to provide accurate diagnosis.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
- Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
Physical Therapist- Clinical Supervisor/Faculty Member
De La Salle Health Sciences Institute
04.2008 - 02.2018
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Recorded patient prognosis, treatment, and responses into reports and patient charts.
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
- Educated families and patients on proper body mechanics and self-care practices to improve long-term outcomes.
- Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.
- Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
- Implemented specialized physical therapy programs to improve functional mobility and reduce pain for patients with chronic conditions.
- Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
- Provided physical therapy services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics and injury prevention to avoid risk of re-injury.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs.
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
- Modified instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Selected and developed instructional material and planned instruction to enhance student learning.
- Incorporated proven methods of engagement and assessment that facilitated student mastery of content.
- Collaborated with faculty, staff and stakeholders from across college and community to create, preserve and partnerships.
- Provided students constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills resulting in clear communication of subject matter to students.
- Created assignments to encourage student learning and develop communication skills and higher-order thinking.
- Evaluated student learning by creating and applying course competencies and accurately evaluating student progress.
- Attended and participated in regular meetings and exercised stewardship in use of college facilities and materials.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
- Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
- Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
- Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
- Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
- Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Utica College
Utica, NY05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
De La Salle Health Sciences Institute
Dasmarinas, Cavite, Philippines04.2008
Skills
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient Diagnosis
- Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary team coordination
- Geriatrics
- Dementia Care
- Abilities Care
- Pediatrics
- Orthopedics
- Wound Care
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Chart review
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Physical examination
Languages
Tagalog (Philippines)
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Julia Temple Healthcare Center
02.2021 - Current
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Home Health
Accent Care Home Health
03.2018 - 01.2020
Physical Therapist- Clinical Supervisor/Faculty Member
De La Salle Health Sciences Institute
04.2008 - 02.2018
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Utica College
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
De La Salle Health Sciences Institute
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