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Karen Webb

Newburyport,MA

Summary

Experienced physical therapist seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal and training skills to facilitate optimal use of medical devices as a clinical trainer and product specialist. Expert in assessment of learning needs and providing patient education. In depth knowledge of neurologic and orthopedic conditions. Over 20 years of experience providing clinical education to physical therapy students and working in collaboration with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes in a variety of settings.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

Active Motion Physical Therapy
06.2011 - Current
  • Conduct clinical assessment of patient needs
  • Develop and deliver effective treatment programs
  • Educate patients on conditions, rehab expectations, and treatment plans. Instruct patients in use of braces and orthotics.
  • Provide clinical education and training to student interns
  • Apply evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
  • Communicate with physicians and other health care providers regarding patient status and recommendations

Physical Therapist

Home Health VNA
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Conducted clinical assessment of patient needs
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Prescribed and taught at-home exercises to patients

Owner and Physical Therapist

Karen Webb Physical Therapy
10.2015 - 10.2017
  • Provided private physical therapy consultation, evaluation and treatment of pediatric patients with focus on developmental, orthopedic, neurologic and cardiopulmonary impairments.

Volunteer Physical Therapy Consultant

Baby Moves Class
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Designed, developed and taught class on motor development of children from birth to 12 months for parents in Newburyport and Wakefield, MA.

Physical Therapist

Children's Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2005
  • Conducted evaluation and treatment of patients with developmental, orthopedic, neurologic, and cardiopulmonary impairments
  • Performed equipment evaluations and recommendations. Instructed patients and families in use of equipment.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in evaluation and treatment of patients in scoliosis and cerebral palsy clinic
  • Provided clinical instruction and training to physical therapy students
  • Taught pediatric coursework at Simmons College and MGH Institute for Health Professions

Education

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

MGH Institute of Health Professions
Charlestown, MA

Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation

University of New Hampshire
Durham, NH

Skills

  • Expert in clinical education and training
  • Empathic and effective relationship builder
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Timely and efficient documentation skills
  • Highly Professional
  • Strong Organizational Skills
  • Collaborative Team Player
  • Confident and engaging public speaker
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel

Certification

  • Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professions, Physical Therapy License #15054

Community Involvement

Newburyport Youth Soccer In-town Director, 2010-2013

Newburyport School Volunteer

Newburyport Mothers Club Volunteer

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Home Health VNA
01.2018 - 02.2019

Owner and Physical Therapist

Karen Webb Physical Therapy
10.2015 - 10.2017

Physical Therapist

Active Motion Physical Therapy
06.2011 - Current

Volunteer Physical Therapy Consultant

Baby Moves Class
01.2008 - 01.2009

Physical Therapist

Children's Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2005

Master of Science - Physical Therapy

MGH Institute of Health Professions

Bachelor of Science - Therapeutic Recreation

University of New Hampshire
  • Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professions, Physical Therapy License #15054
Karen Webb