JONATHAN C. SUELAN, PT, DPT
Wallingford,CT
Summary
Patient-oriented and dedicated physical therapist with years of experience in various healthcare settings including home-care. Strong background in treating geriatric, neurological, neuromuscular & orthopedic conditions, seeking to acquire a clinical position in a setting that caters to a wide variety of clinical cases and offers an opportunity for continuous learning and professional growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Remedy Therapy Services
Hamden, Connecticut
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Performed home visits and evaluation for safe transition of patients to actual environmental setting.
- Performed physical therapy evaluation, re-evaluation, progress and discharge documentation utilizing Rehab Optima e-doc in short term, long term and outpatient population.
- Performed skilled therapeutic interventions such as strategies for motor learning, PNF techniques, strengthening , joint mobilization, balance retraining, endurance, gait training, use of electrical modalities (E-stim/TENS, thera US) & physical agents to maximize patient's functional independence.
- Interpreted results and proposed intervention plans, including short and long-range goals, frequency and duration
- Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, whiplash, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, stroke and neuropathies.
Physical Therapist
Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center
Hamden, CT
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Performed physical therapy evaluation, re-evaluation, progress and discharge documentation with appropriate coding utilizing Rehab Optima e-doc both in-patient & outpatient setting
- Performed skilled therapeutic interventions including strategies for motor learning, PNF techniques, joint mobilization, training on use of orthoses & prostheses, use of high reliability/validity testing tools, gait re-training, use of electrical modalities & physical agents
- Performed home visits and evaluation for safe transition of patients to actual environment.
- Performed home evaluation and made appropriate recommendation
Physical Therapist
Preferred Therapy Solutions
Wallingford, CT
07.2015 - 03.2017
- Performed home visits and evaluation for safe transition of patients to actual environment.
- Performed physical therapy evaluation, re-evaluation, progress and discharge documentation with appropriate coding utilizing Rehab Optima e-doc .
- Performed skilled therapeutic interventions including but not limited to PNF techniques, joint mobilization, use of reliable & valid functional testing tools, gait retraining, frequent use of Accelerated Care Plus (ACP) modalities (e-stim, thera US, diathermy) and other physical agents to manage pain and improve overall functional mobility.
- Conducted echo seminar to co-workers to impart new knowledge gained. Provided in-service education to caregivers/nursing staff on how to safely assist patients perform functional activities using assistive devices, orthoses or prostheses.
- Incorporated LSVT Big in treatment of Parkinson's disease
Physical Therapist
Premier Therapy Services
Wallingford, CT
11 2010 - 7 2015
- Utilized Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) tool for home-care patients.
- Performed physical therapy evaluation, re-evaluation and discharges documentation utilizing Casamba e-doc in long-term, short-term & home- care setting.
- Performed skilled therapeutic interventions such as strategies for motor learning, PNF techniques, joint mobilization, gait re-training, use of balance machine, use of therapeutic ultrasound, e-stim & other physical agents.
- Supervised and educated student PT on the performance of skilled physical therapy intervention and safety measures in a skilled nursing facility setting.
Physical Therapist
Avant Healthcare Professionals
Wallingford, CT
4 2009 - 11 2010
- Provided an individualized treatment program with an emphasis on restoring abilities and diminishing disability, and maximizing patient\'s level of function.
- Performed skilled therapeutic interventions such as strategies for motor learning, PNF techniques, joint mobilization, gait training, use of electrical modalities & physical agents.
- Educated patient, caregivers, and family members regarding type of injury or disability, physical limitations, therapeutic interventions and discharge instructions.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Utica College
Utica, New York2014
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Southwestern University
Philippines1996
Skills
- Proficient in the following e- doc: Casamba, Rehab Optima and point click care
- Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques
- LSVT Big
- Wide experience in joint replacement surgery rehabilitation
- Orthotics/prosthetics
- Use of Outcome and Assessment Information set (OASIS) tool in home health setting
- Manual therapy (Joint Mobilization Techniques, manual stretching, massage)
- Broad understanding of spinal cord and orthopedic rehabilitation
- Kinesiotaping
Accomplishments
- Received "Excellence Award" from Premier Therapy Services
- Received "Above and Beyond" award from Premier Therapy Services
- Consistently recognized by peers for being creative in providing eclectic treatment approaches.
Certification
Certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner
Certified LSVT BIG practitioner
Completed certification on Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Specialist (Gaylord Specialty Healthcare)
Completed certification on LVAD
Affiliations
Kinesiotaping Association Member
Additional Information
References
1. Melissa DePodesta, OTR
Tel: (203) 430-0285
2. Leah Pellicone, PT, DPT
Tel: (732) 604-7359
2. Bill Harvey, OTR
Tel: (860) 919-8454
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Remedy Therapy Services
06.2019 - 04.2020
Physical Therapist
Whitney Rehabilitation Care Center
03.2017 - 05.2019
Physical Therapist
Preferred Therapy Solutions
07.2015 - 03.2017
Physical Therapist
Premier Therapy Services
11 2010 - 7 2015
Physical Therapist
Avant Healthcare Professionals
4 2009 - 11 2010
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Utica College
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Southwestern University
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