JOSIEDITH CASTANEDA
Spring Hill,TN
Summary
Motivated Physical Therapist with 31 years of experience and proven history of keeping patient committed to treatment plans both in and out of therapy sessions. Highly sensitive to patients' needs and comfort. Knowledgeable in Physical therapy admissions, evaluations and treatments. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices.Collaborative and compassionate Physical Therapist driven to help people improve movement and manage pain after injuries, illnesses or surgeries. Listens carefully to patients, observes movements and develops individualized treatment plans. Establishes clear goals and outcomes and encourages and challenges patients to attain expected progress. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
MAURY REGIONAL HOME SERVICES
COLUMBIA, TN
12.2017 - Current
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Developed home programs for patients to continue their rehabilitation at home.
- Asked patients to practice personalized exercises and monitor pain at home.
- Observed patient progress over time and determined necessity of further treatment.
- Performed initial and comprehensive assessments, including oasis admissions, PT evaluation, recertification, 30 day assessment, discharge, PT visits, supervision of Physical Therapy Assistant, attend case conferences as Physical Therapist case manager.
Contract Physical Therapist
Unity Psychiatric Care
Columbia, TN
01.2011 - Current
- Worked with patients that has behavioral disorders, mostly patient's with dementia and expertly customized conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of the individual patients.
- Performed and documented the initial exams and determined diagnoses.
- Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
- Tested neuro-muscular, motor, cognitive and psycho-social skills while working as a contract therapist.
Contract Physical Therapist
NHC Home Care
FRANKLIN, TN
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Educated patients on proper postural alignment and body mechanics strategies to reduce pain and improve function.
- Communicated treatment plans and medical information to family and friends of patients.
- Asked patients to practice personalized exercises and monitor pain at home.
- Perform initial and comprehensive assessments, including Oasis admissions, PT evaluation, recertification, 30 day assessment, discharge, PT routine visits as well as supervision of Physical Therapy Assistant
Physical Therapist/Interim Rehab Manager
Signature Healthcare Of Columbia
Columbia, CA
03.2010 - 05.2016
- Worked as evaluating therapist and expertly customized conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific need of individual patients.
- Educated and instructed patient in the safe and effective use of pulleys, weights, inclined surfaces and other equipment.
- Actively oversaw patient and resident care activities, medical records and execution of physician order.
- Recommend equipment and in-home modifications as well as referral in home health care or out patient services.
- Communicate with family members and caregivers as well as with different insurance agents regarding patient's progress.
- Guided patients through mobility exercises to determine leading cause of pain and provide diagnosis.
Lead Therapist/Rehab Manager
Rosewood Manor Nursing Home
Columbia, TN
07.1996 - 03.2010
- Created individualized home exercise programs to improve health and wellness as well as objectives and made recommendations to reduce cost in the therapy department.
- Served as liaison between management, clinical staff, patient and caregiver.
- Directed the installation of improved work methods, revenue and procedures to achieve patient highest functional level and objectives.
- Implemented standards and methods to measure effectiveness to return patient to prior level of functions.
- Actively maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable state and Federal laws and regulations.
- Regularly evaluated employee performance, provide feedback and assisted, coached and disciplined staff as needed.
- Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation, training, staff education and development.
Staff Physical Therapist
Seaview Hospital, Rehab Center and Home
Staten Island, NY
07.1994 - 07.1996
- Worked with head injury / acute care patients, out patients and skilled /long term care patients as evaluating and treating therapist.
- Provided education to staff members on topics related to physical therapy practice standards.
- Treated conditions to aid developmental, neurological and orthopedic disorders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Riverside College
Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, Philippines03-1992
Skills
- Skilled Nursing Home Experience
- Geriatric Population Experience
- Acute Rehabilitation Background
- Outpatient Therapy Background
- Home Health Care Experience
- Behavioral Hospital Experience
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation/Gentle and Skilled with therapy procedures
- Case Management Expert/Time management proficiency
- Rehab Manager/Team Leader Experience
- MDS/PPS Expertise/Part B Billing and Coding Excellent documentation skills and uses various computer programs (Rehab Optima, Vision, Casamba, Therapute, HCS)
- Experience dealing with different insurances with CMS knowledge
- Time Management proficiency
Timeline
Physical Therapist
MAURY REGIONAL HOME SERVICES
12.2017 - Current
Contract Physical Therapist
NHC Home Care
01.2017 - 12.2017
Contract Physical Therapist
Unity Psychiatric Care
01.2011 - Current
Physical Therapist/Interim Rehab Manager
Signature Healthcare Of Columbia
03.2010 - 05.2016
Lead Therapist/Rehab Manager
Rosewood Manor Nursing Home
07.1996 - 03.2010
Staff Physical Therapist
Seaview Hospital, Rehab Center and Home
07.1994 - 07.1996
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Riverside College
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