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Ligia Bortotto Piatniczka

Holly Springs,NC

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced Physical Therapist provides passionate service for physically disabled individuals. Improves patients' quality of life with attentive therapy aid and compassionate communication techniques.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist

Central Da Fisioterapia
08.2010 - 04.2016
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.

Phisical Therapy

Self- Employee
01.2005 - 10.2008
  • Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary.
  • Administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
  • Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.
  • Performed therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills.

Intensive Care Physical Therapy Internship

Hospital Estadual Mario Covas
03.2006 - 03.2007
  • Reviewed journals and various recourse actions to collect information on treatment and therapies for severe condition.
  • Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary.
  • Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.
  • Devised creative treatment plans for individuals suffering from injuries or diseases.
  • Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
  • Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
  • Educated patients and families on proper use of respiratory equipment and techniques for managing respiratory disorders to improve patient outcomes.
  • Administered oxygen therapy, aerosol therapy and inhalation therapy to improve patients' breathing and lung function.
  • Performed bronchial hygiene techniques to remove mucus and secretions from patient lungs and improve lung function.
  • Monitored patient's physiological responses to therapy such as vital signs, arterial blood gases, and blood chemistry changes.
  • Tested pulmonary function and analyzed arterial blood gas to identify abnormalities and issues with patient lung function.

Internship Student

SOFISA
02.2004 - 12.2004
  • Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
  • Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement.
  • Sorted, organized, and maintained equipments.
  • Interacted with customers in-person to provide information and treatment under supervision.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop treatment approach.
  • Prepared project presentations and reports to assist senior staff.

Physical Therapy Internship Student

Universidade Metodista De Sao Paulo
02.2004 - 12.2004
  • Reviewed journals and various recourse actions to collect information on treatment and therapies for neurological, respiratory and traumatologic condition.
  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Performed therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills.
  • Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary.
  • Administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
  • Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.

Recreational Attendant

Cheio De Recheio
07.1996 - 02.2003
  • Encouraged rules and regulations of recreation facility to promote safety and welfare of guests and members.
  • Inspected recreational areas regularly to maintain safe and clean premises.
  • Operated variety of amusement park rides and monitored passenger safety and comfort.

Education

Pos GraCardio Respiratory Therapy & Intensive Care - Physical Therapy

Universidade Metodista De Sao Paulo
Sao Bernardo Do Campo , SP - Brazil
03.2007

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy

Universidade Metodista De Sao Paulo
Sao Bernardo Do Campo, SP - Brazil
12.2004

Skills

  • Costumer Service
  • Care Plan Meetings
  • Therapeutic Equipment
  • Operational Procedures
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation
  • Quality Control Procedures
  • Patient Admission
  • Community Resources
  • Health Needs Education
  • Mobility Support

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Elementary
Swedish
Elementary

International Experience

I lived for 2 years in Sweden (2008 -2010) as my husband was expatriate. During this time I improved one more skill language. I studied Swedish for 2 years and I could learned the Swedish culture.

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Central Da Fisioterapia
08.2010 - 04.2016

Intensive Care Physical Therapy Internship

Hospital Estadual Mario Covas
03.2006 - 03.2007

Phisical Therapy

Self- Employee
01.2005 - 10.2008

Internship Student

SOFISA
02.2004 - 12.2004

Physical Therapy Internship Student

Universidade Metodista De Sao Paulo
02.2004 - 12.2004

Recreational Attendant

Cheio De Recheio
07.1996 - 02.2003

Pos GraCardio Respiratory Therapy & Intensive Care - Physical Therapy

Universidade Metodista De Sao Paulo

Associate of Science - Physical Therapy

Universidade Metodista De Sao Paulo

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