Krupa Patel
Sewell,NJ
Summary
Enthusiastic Physical Therapist offering exemplary patient- sensitivity and more than 7 years of experience in a various settings including Outpatient setting, home-health care, assisted living facility and SNF. I am dedicated to exceptional quality care to clients and provide above standard levels of service. I consistently aim to sharpen and improve knowledge base to provide patients with exemplary care. I am well versed in proven methods and techniques to treat patients of different age groups.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
NovaCare Outpatient Rehabilitation
08.2022 - Current
- Facilitated outpatient therapy for patients with joint replacements, Post- concussion and Vestibular therapy, various non traumatic conditions, motor vehicle accident cases along with fall and balance disorders.
- Managed high-volume caseload with 18-22 patients
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- Administered sports injury rehabilitation, facilitating return to pre-injury levels of activity.
Physical Therapist
Healthywalk Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Trained new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding policies and standards of care.
- Improved scheduling techniques and rapid insurance approval turnaround to increase patient volume and satisfaction.
- Managed 14-16 patients caseload each day.
Physical Therapist- PRN
Link Home Therapy
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Delivered home care therapy to long-term care patients and assisted with ROM and stretching exercises.
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals to promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Tested and measured patients strength, motor development and functions, sensory perception, functional capacity, respiratory and circulatory efficiency as well as fall risks, balance problems and dementia.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care
Physical Therapist - PRN
Reliant Rehabilitation
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
- Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
- Treated various geriatric patients suffering from orthopedic and neurological conditions.
Physical Therapist - PRN
Harrogate Retirement Community
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Communicated effectively with other care providers (Physician, nurses, business office and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
- Supported patients' ability to maintain progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
Travel Physical Therapist
Orthopedic Partners
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Supervised PTA and worked with OT and other doctors team to provide multidisciplinary and quality care to patients.
- Evaluated and treated wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including chronic and acute pain, disc prolapse, Post traumatic, Post surgical as well as sports injuries.
- Emphasizing on various physical therapy approach like McKenzie approach, strength training, Maitland, Kinesio-taping, Vestibular rehab and IASTM
Physical Therapist
Smit Orthopedic Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Charotar University of Science And Technology
India12.2015
Skills
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Safety Management
- Exceptional communication and networking skills
- Exceptional ability to work under pressure and multitask
Certification
- Licensed Physical Therapist in State of NJ (#40QA01971900)
- BLS-CPR Certification
- McKenzie approach
- Kinesio-Taping
Timeline
Physical Therapist
NovaCare Outpatient Rehabilitation
08.2022 - Current
Physical Therapist - PRN
Reliant Rehabilitation
05.2021 - 08.2021
Physical Therapist
Healthywalk Physical Therapy And Rehabilitation
02.2021 - 07.2022
Physical Therapist - PRN
Harrogate Retirement Community
01.2021 - 03.2021
Physical Therapist- PRN
Link Home Therapy
05.2020 - 09.2021
Travel Physical Therapist
Orthopedic Partners
11.2019 - 03.2020
Physical Therapist
Smit Orthopedic Hospital
01.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Charotar University of Science And Technology
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