Katherine Skowronek, DPT

Compassionate physical therapist and voracious learner seeking a per-diem position following a move to the Denver area. Experience in acute rehabilitation, predominantly working with neurological, spinal cord injury, and medically complex populations. Currently working as PT in SNF/LTC setting but has experience in the home care setting, treating a multitude of populations. It is my mission to provide comprehensive, patient-centered, goal-oriented care to the highest standards, and to address the mind, body, and spirit of each individual with whom I have the privilege to work.

Physical Therapist, Full-time

Cedars Healthcare Center

May 2025- Present

• Work with skilled and LTC populations to achieve individualized, patient-centered goals in accordance with their
  discharge disposition
• Co-treat with occupational therapy and effectively collaborate with other members of the healthcare team
• Maintaining a caseload and productivity standards to ensure effective care

Physical Therapist, Full-time

Caretenders VNA

September 2024-May 2025

• Responsible for maintaining a caseload, contacting patients/families/medical team, scheduling patients, and being detail-oriented to ensure high productivity
• Collaborating with patients, nursing staff, case managers, and other team members to ensure patient progress and outcomes
• Individualizing and developing interventions to match each patient's unique home setting to maximize quality of life and independence

Physical Therapist, Full-time to per diem

Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of New England

April 2024 - May 2025

• Working with patients in the REACT unit on a medical complex/SCI unit, which include patients of the highest acuity and complexity
• Collaborating with physicians, case managers, nursing staff, and other allied health clinicians on a weekly basis to discuss patient progress and discharge planning
• Setting goals, establishing treatment plans, ordering appropriate equipment, and communication with patients and their families

Physical Therapist, Full-time

Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree

August 2023 - April 2024

• Worked on the Neurology unit with predominantly stroke and Parkinson's disorder patient populations
• Developed my evaluation and assessment skills as a recent graduate/new clinician with mentorship, training, and continuing education
• Worked with an occupational therapist partner to develop and build a plan of care to maximize patient outcomes, achieve patient-centered goals, and maximize patient independence upon discharge

• Margaret E. Kleinfeld Award Nominee- awarded to a graduate student in Springfield College's Physical Therapy program that demonstrates a love and passion for physical therapy as well as the institution itself.
• Presenter/facilitator for SEAT (Social justice, Equity, Accountability, Transformation) at the Table conference- Presented on health disparities, bias, and inequity in healthcare. Collaborated with and interviewed numerous clinicians, patients, and community members of different backgrounds to gain different perspectives.

Physical Therapy MA License

#PTL27024

Expires 3/02/2026

Physical Therapy CO License

#PTL0020373

Expires 10/31/2026