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Keli Sanders

Summary

Dynamic Physical Therapist with extensive experience, specializing in post-surgical orthopedic rehabilitation and patient-focused therapy. Proven ability to enhance mobility and independence through personalized treatment plans and effective case management. Skilled in fall prevention and adaptive equipment, fostering strong patient relationships during critical recovery phases.

Professional with background in physical rehabilitation and patient care. Skilled in therapeutic techniques, patient assessment, and treatment planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable, results-driven, and prepared to make meaningful impact in patient recovery and well-being.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist

Lifepoint Health
03.2024 - Current
  • Evaluate and treat hospitalized adults recovering from illness, surgery, or injury

• Address mobility, strength, balance, and safety to support functional recovery

• Work with patients facing complex conditions—cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, pulmonary, and more

• Collaborate with the medical team to create and adjust care and discharge plans

• Educate patients and families on safe mobility and next steps in recovery

• Help prevent complications from immobility (e.g. deconditioning, falls, hospital-acquired weakness)

• Provide timely, evidence-based care in a fast-paced, ever-changing hospital environment

• Support patients physically and emotionally during critical moments of healing

Physical Therapist

Family Home Care
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Provide physical therapy services to adult patients in their homes

• Assess mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations in a real-life setting

• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans to promote independence and safety

• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and fall prevention

• Monitor progress and adjust care based on patient goals and medical changes

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other home health providers

• Help patients transition safely after hospitalization or rehab, reducing risk of re-hospitalization

• Build strong patient relationships through one-on-one, individualized care in their environment

Physical Therapist

LCMC
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Provide intensive, goal-oriented physical therapy to patients recovering from serious illness, injury, or surgery

• Work with individuals who have complex medical conditions—stroke, spinal cord injury, orthopedic trauma, neurological disorders, and more

• Focus on restoring mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence

• Develop personalized treatment plans and track progress toward discharge goals

• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary rehab team (OT, SLP, nursing, physicians, case managers)

• Educate patients and families on safe mobility, use of assistive devices, and strategies for continued recovery

• Help patients transition safely back to home or community living

• Support patients emotionally and physically through one of the most transformative phases of their recovery

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Brenau University
Gainesville, GA
05-2022

Skills

  • Post surgical orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Balance training
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Patient-focused therapy
  • Patient assessment
  • Case management
  • Focused on consistent, quality care
  • Adaptive equipment
  • EMR / EHR
  • Discharge planning
  • Fall prevention

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Lifepoint Health
03.2024 - Current

Physical Therapist

Family Home Care
07.2023 - 03.2024

Physical Therapist

LCMC
05.2022 - 12.2023

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Brenau University