Juliana Kass
Rochester,MI
Summary
Licensed physical therapist with several years of experience treating pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Polished in treating various injuries and restoring mobility. Excellent communicator with outstanding patient rapport-building skills. Compassionate Senior Physical Therapist known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in developing tailored rehabilitation programs, manual therapy techniques, and patient education to enhance recovery outcomes. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving to support patients' goals and improve quality of life.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan
Detroit, MI
05.2017 - Current
- Performed comprehensive evaluations of patients' functional abilities and developed measurable goals for rehabilitation.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each patient utilizing evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Provided physical therapy treatment to patients with musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiopulmonary impairments.
- Collaboration with a multidisciplinary neurological team.
- Delegation to and mentorship of physical therapy assistants and athletic trainers.
- Oversee daily operations of outpatient clinic.
Contingent Physical Therapist
Beaumont Health
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Inpatient Rehab setting primarily weekend coverage
- Evaluation and treatment complex patients with neurological, orthopedic and critical illness myopathy
- Delegation of appropriate patients to physical therapy assistants
- Communicating with health professionals regarding patient care
School Physical Therapist
Prime Healthcare Staffing
Plymouth, MI
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Provide updated IEP (Individual Education Plan) for students in the areas pertaining to gross motor development.
- Assessment for complex seating and mobility devices for students with severe multiple impairments.
- School setting with severe multiple impairment special education program.
- Collaborate with other disciplines, including occupational therapists, social workers, teachers, administrators, parents, and physicians.
Staff Therapist
Advanced Physical Therapy
04.2015 - 09.2016
- In outpatient private practice clinic
- Duties include evaluation and treatment of primarily orthopedic patient population with emphasis on manual therapy and exercise interventions
- Marketing to physician practices in the area
- Direction of support staff and collaboration with other therapists for patient care
Contingent Home Care Physical Therapist
Residential Home Health
Troy, Michigan
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Duties include start of care, utilization of OASIS documentation
- Management and coordination of care with integrated home health team
- Delivering skilled physical therapy in home to patients post discharge from hospital, sub acute setting or upon physician referral
- Provided LSVT BIG training for patients with Parkinson's disease
Senior Physical Therapist
St John Providence Health System
St. Clair Shores, MI
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Duties include evaluation and treatment of orthopedic, neurologic, vestibular, fall prevention and geriatrics
- Coordinator of student clinical education
- Facilitate clinic in-service calendar and liaison between satellite locations for education committee
- Organize holiday charity from clinic to St
- John Christmas Store
Staff Therapist
St John Hospital and Medical Center
Detroit, MI
01.2008 - 01.2011
- With a caseload of 50% acute care, ICU, pediatrics, neuro, orthopedic, oncology, and 50% outpatient clinic.
- Direction of support staff and consultation within acute care setting to establish continuum of care.
- Communication with other healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, case management, and social work.
- Also, established journal review club and provided in-service education to staff.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI01.2006
Peace Corps Volunteer -
Togo, West Africa01.2003
Skills
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Gait analysis
- Chronic Pain Management
- Patient Assessment
- Empathetic and patient
- LSVT BIG certification
- CPR training
- Hawk Grips certification
- Functional Testing
- Therapeutic exercise
Certification
- Michigan Physical Therapy License number 5501014373
- American Red Cross CPR BLS certification
- LSVT BIG certified
- Hawk Grips IASTM certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan
05.2017 - Current
Contingent Physical Therapist
Beaumont Health
05.2017 - 03.2020
School Physical Therapist
Prime Healthcare Staffing
10.2016 - 01.2017
Staff Therapist
Advanced Physical Therapy
04.2015 - 09.2016
Contingent Home Care Physical Therapist
Residential Home Health
01.2012 - 01.2015
Senior Physical Therapist
St John Providence Health System
01.2011 - 01.2015
Staff Therapist
St John Hospital and Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2011
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
Wayne State University
Bachelor of Science - Allied Health
Wayne State University
Peace Corps Volunteer -
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