Kathryn M. Hlavin, DPT
Arlington,United States
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience developing programs and curricula, educating colleagues, students, and other health care professionals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Intervention Physical Therapist (Strong Start Program)
District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education
02.2020 - Current
- Assess pediatric patients using standardized assessment tools and analyze data to determine developmental delays
- Treat patients using evidence-based therapy techniques, determine impact on level of function, and coach caregivers in strategies to implement across a variety of settings
- Develop written reports and present case studies for multidisciplinary team
- Identifies goals of care and create and execute plan to achieve goals within realistic clinical expectations and timeframe
- Ensure reports are completed accurately and within required timelines
- Act as resource and educator, advocate, and primary team leader for patients with complex medical and socioeconomic conditions
- Provide recommendations to address change in status and needs of patients and caregivers within limitations to access of resources.
Physical Therapist (PRN)
Virginia Hospital Center
07.2015 - Current
- Evaluation, assessment and treatment of persons in intensive care, general medicine, and acute rehabilitation environments with qualitative and quantitative techniques designed to be applicable across the life span
- Develop, implement, and modify evaluation reports, plans of care, and discharge documentation with emphasis on appropriate allocation of resources and safety
- Provide guidance to and solicit feedback from departmental and hospital leadership and other involved parties on department improvement projects to maximize efficiency and improve outcomes and quality of care
- When requested, education and collaborative care with complex patients (SME in ICU)
- Provide presentation materials and talking points for colleagues presenting to stakeholders on departmental policy initiatives and rationale for additional resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Staff Physical Therapist
National Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2008 - 08.2015
- Evaluation, assessment and treatment of persons in all departments, including traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, pediatrics, cardiology, and general medicine and orthopedics with qualitative and quantitative techniques designed to be applicable per patient diagnosis
- Assisted in collection of data for research programs and projects supported by practitioner-developed technology
- Participated in daily multidisciplinary team meetings, providing information, updates, and feedback to develop plans of care and assess readiness for progression into other environments
- Served as Certified Clinical Instructor and mentor for students and provided real-time instruction and feedback, debriefing, and planning for student goals
- Engaged and updated education staff at students’ university programs on progress and strategies and goals for development
- Assessed for and ordered customized equipment to maximize independence and safety for patients given diagnosis, medical needs, and subsequent care setup within payor limitations
- Coordinated family and care staff training as appropriate
- Led patient working groups on stroke, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury teams.
Senior Physical Therapist
George Washington University Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2015
- Managed several simultaneous development efforts for departmental policies and procedures, resulting in the implementation of standardized processes and guidelines with written job aids and regular feedback to junior personnel
- Wrote, edited, and oversaw the development of Intensive Care Unit and Level 1 Trauma Center programs within scope of practice, collaborating with clinical and administrative experts
- Wrote and presented materials to Hospital Board as rehabilitation SME to advocate for and justify need using research data
- Served as neurological rehabilitation SME and Adjunct Professor for George Washington University Physical Therapy Program, writing and presenting materials for students and leading training and biweekly Labs
- Allocation of staff and resources to departments throughout the hospital setting to maximize efficacy
- Planned for long range staffing needs for diverse skill sets, including administrative and clinical staff
- Identified programs which could benefit from clinical expertise and engaged practitioner community to assess needs within scope of practice to reduce patient length of stay and readmission rates
- Trained patients, staff, and families for safety given changes in level of function and medical/rehabilitation prognoses
- Updated training curriculum in collaboration with other rehabilitation disciplines, and applied it to onboard new staff as team expanded
- Managed up to 10 personnel
- Managed budgets, timelines, departmental goals, and reporting to administration
- Served as Certified Clinical Instructor and mentor for students and provided real-time instruction and feedback, debriefing, and planning for student goals
- Engaged and updated education staff at students’ university programs on progress and strategies and goals for development
- Evaluation, assessment and treatment of persons in intensive care, general medicine, and acute rehabilitation environments with qualitative and quantitative techniques designed to be applicable across the life span
- Develop, implement, and modify evaluation reports, plans of care, and discharge documentation with emphasis on appropriate allocation of resources and safety.
Adjunct Professor, Program in Physical Therapy
George Washington University Hospital
09.2010 - 01.2012
- Enhanced student understanding by designing and delivering interactive and engaging lectures in neurorehabilitation subjects
- Increased course relevance by incorporating real-world examples, patients, and case studies into lesson plans.
- Provided student clinical reasoning skills and communication during laboratory activities.
- Promoted collaboration by developing group projects and fostering a positive learning environment.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Neurological Rehabilitation
Columbia University
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
The Ohio State University
Skills
- Program and Project Development and Management
- Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Clinical Data, as well as Departmental Programs and Policies
- Engagement with Leadership, Colleagues, and Patients
- Developing and Reviewing Policies, Outreach Materials, Staff Memos, Guidance, and Performance Assessments
- Written and Oral Presentations
- Personnel Management and Mentoring
- Clinical experience in dynamic critical healthcare environments
Certification
- Active Physical Therapist Practitioner License
- Washington, DC
- State of Virginia
Citizenship
United States Citizen
Timeline
Early Intervention Physical Therapist (Strong Start Program)
District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education
02.2020 - Current
Physical Therapist (PRN)
Virginia Hospital Center
07.2015 - Current
Adjunct Professor, Program in Physical Therapy
George Washington University Hospital
09.2010 - 01.2012
Senior Physical Therapist
George Washington University Hospital
08.2010 - 07.2015
Staff Physical Therapist
National Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2008 - 08.2015
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Neurological Rehabilitation
Columbia University
Bachelor of Science in Biology -
The Ohio State University
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