Kristine Kinderman
Hamburg,NY
Summary
Dynamic Physical Therapist with a proven track record at Catholic Health System, specializing in personalized exercise programs and post-surgical orthopedic recovery. Expert in patient communication and comprehensive case coordination, enhancing mobility and reducing recovery time through tailored treatment plans. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and improving outcomes through evidence-based practices.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Catholic Health System
10.2012 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- 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.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress to achieve outcomes to maximus rehab potential.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in treatment approaches, staying current with industry research and best practices.
- Enhanced patient mobility and reduced recovery time by designing and implementing individualized treatment plans for post-surgical rehabilitation.
Physical Therapist
Amedisys Home Health Care
01.2000 - 10.2012
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Recorded patient prognosis, treatment, and responses into reports and patient charts.
- Improved patient adherence to home exercise programs by developing clear, easy-to-follow instructional materials.
- Supervised licensed assistants
Education
Physical Therapy
Daemen University
Amherst, NY06-1992
Skills
- Personalized exercise programs
- Post-surgical orthopedic recovery
- Functional balance exercises
- Injury mitigation strategies
- Patient communication
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Client-centered therapy
- Experience in home health care
- Mobility assessment
- Patient-centered treatment design
- Comprehensive case coordination
Affiliations
- National Ski Patrol
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Catholic Health System
10.2012 - Current
Physical Therapist
Amedisys Home Health Care
01.2000 - 10.2012
Physical Therapy
Daemen University
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