Kayla Blackwell

• Provide ongoing case management to patients to implement appropriate treatment plan, adhere to quality models and maximize utilization of services needed to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance to raise standards of practice.
• Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
• Facilitated outcomes-focused, evidence-based programs in identified areas of community need.
• Interviewed and hired highly talented individuals bringing great skills and passion to daily jobs.
• Interacted effectively with clinical staff and patients by using active listening and interpersonal skills.
• Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.

• Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
• Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously enhance skills as a Physical Therapist.
• Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
• Participated in implementing detailed fall prevention strategies including vestibular assessment, treatment, and education to patients and caregivers

• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously enhance skills as a Physical Therapist.
• Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
• Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
• Led group therapy sessions for improved balance, flexibility, and strength in older adult populations.
• Mentored new physical therapists, fostering a supportive learning environment and sharing clinical expertise.
• Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
• Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
• Educated families and patients on proper body mechanics and self-care practices to improve long-term outcomes.

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• Maximized functional independence among geriatric patients using age-appropriate interventions designed specifically for their unique needs.
• Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
• Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.
• Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
• Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.