Kathy Acheson
Findlay,OH
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate physical therapist with over 18 years of experience in acute, outpatient, industrial, home health, and skilled nursing environments. Value strong work ethic and a commitment to quality care, with the ability to effectively communicate and build rapport with patients of diverse backgrounds. Extensive experience in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize rehabilitation programs to ensure patient needs are met through effective education and advocacy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation Services
Findlay, OH
05.2025 - Current
- Identify therapy needs through screening residents in assisted living and memory care environments, and effectively communicate and coordinate with patients, providers, and family as appropriate to implement skilled therapy interventions.
- Assess needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans to improve patient mobility and function.
- Educate patients and family members regarding diagnosis, fall and injury prevention, and therapeutic interventions.
PRN Physical Therapist
Lifepoint Health
Findlay, OH
06.2024 - Current
- Full time therapist from June 2024-May 2025; currently prn.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Extended rehabilitation post-hospitalization to improve medical and surgical outcomes and recovery.
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
PRN Physical Therapist
Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center
Findlay, OH
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluate and assess patients in the acute setting to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Examine patients to assess functional limitations and develop a treatment plan.
- Communicate and collaborate with other members of the rehabilitation department and hospital staff in regard to patient plans of care.
- Provide education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy treatments, precautions, and safety procedures.
- Fit and instruct patients and caregivers in proper use of equipment and therapeutic exercises.
PRN Physical Therapist
Synchrony Health Services
Findlay, OH
09.2022 - Current
- Evaluate and assess patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Facilitate ADLs and assist patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Prescribe and demonstrate home exercises and therapies to help patients improve progress and physical health.
- Plan for discharges and communicate findings and progress in detailed reports.
Physical Therapist
Concept Rehab
Bryan, OH
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Examined patients to assess functional limitations and develop a treatment plan.
- Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans accordingly.
- Instructed patients in proper use of equipment and therapeutic exercises.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as ambulation and transfers.
- Provided education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy plan of care and progress.
Physical Therapist
BVHS-Whirlpool Corporation Onsite
Findlay, OH
11.2010 - 03.2022
- On-site physical therapist at Whirlpool Corporation for employees with work related and non-work related conditions.
- Autonomously evaluated and assessed patients, and carried out all individualized treatment plans on a one-on-one basis.
- Managed all documentation, clerical duties, and maintained cleanliness of the clinic.
- Routinely performed a variety of physical therapy interventions including therapeutic exercise, traditional modalities, manual therapy, dry needling, work conditioning, job assessments and functional capacity evaluations.
- Collaborated with practitioners and recommended modifications to treatment plans as needed.
- Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve patient outcome.
- Performed evaluations and carried out treatment for a wide range of diagnoses and post-operative patients in the acute/hospital setting during weekend rotations and vacation/sick coverage.
Physical Therapist
Promedica Total Rehab
Fostoria, OH
11.2007 - 11.2010
- Performed evaluations and collaborated with PTAs, OTs, and SLPs to carry out treatment plans in an outpatient setting.
- Worked with a diverse population and age range from pediatric to geriatric patients with various musculoskeletal and neuromuscular diagnoses.
- Gained experience in evaluating and carrying out treatment for upper extremity and hand therapy patients including custom splinting techniques.
- Provided coverage and carried out physical therapy duties for weekend rotations in the acute and skilled nursing facility affiliated with the health system.
- Provided home health physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans outside of regularly scheduled outpatient hours.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Toledo Medical Center
Toledo12-2006
Bachelor of Science - Applied Health Science
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-2003
High School Diploma -
Findlay High School
Findlay, OH06-1999
Skills
- Patient-focused therapy
- Empathy and patience
- Strong work ethic
- Quality care delivery
- Patient advocacy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Outpatient therapy expertise
- Skilled nursing and home health
- Acute rehabilitation expertise
- Orthopedic rehabilitation skills
- Manual therapy techniques
- Dry needling
Certification
- CPR and BLS Certified
- Master Dry Needling Certification
- IIN Certified Health Coach
References
Tracey Seppi, PT, MPT, CBIS
- Inpatient Rehabilitation Supervisior
- 419.423.5516
- tseppi@bvhealthsystem.org
Craig Hughes AT., ATC
- Operations Manager Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine
- 419.425.3191
- chughes@bvhealthsystem.org
Christina Peterman, Physical Therapist
- Bridge Home Health and Hospice
- 419.306.5778
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation Services
05.2025 - Current
PRN Physical Therapist
Lifepoint Health
06.2024 - Current
PRN Physical Therapist
Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center
01.2023 - Current
Physical Therapist
Concept Rehab
12.2022 - 06.2024
PRN Physical Therapist
Synchrony Health Services
09.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist
BVHS-Whirlpool Corporation Onsite
11.2010 - 03.2022
Physical Therapist
Promedica Total Rehab
11.2007 - 11.2010
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Toledo Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Applied Health Science
Bowling Green State University
High School Diploma -
Findlay High School