Lori Pickering, P.T. #8743
Broadview Heights,OH
Summary
Experienced physical therapist skilled in patient evaluation, relationship building, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Adept at conducting assessments and actively participating in ETR/IEP meetings to ensure coordinated care, committed to improving student outcomes and fostering team success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Self-Employed
Optimal School Therapy, LLC
Broadview Heights, Ohio
03.2014 - Current
- Contract with school districts to provide physical therapy services to students ages preschool through 12th grade.
- Conducted thorough assessments to evaluate students' physical abilities.
- Complete evaluations in a timely manner and participate in ETR/IEP meetings.
- Collaborate with educational team regarding students' gross motor skills and carryover across all settings.
Physical Therapist
Total Education Solutions Inc.
Fairlawn, OH
03.2014 - 06.2021
- Evaluated and treated patients/students needs through comprehensive assessments and evaluations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and needs.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength.
- Educated patients and families on gross motor development and activities, enhancing skill acquisition.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, improving patient treatment continuity.
- Provided supervision to physical therapists assistants in the clinic and school setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH06-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH06-1997
Skills
- Patient evaluation
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Learning agility
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Relationship building
Certification
- American Heart Association - Basic Life Support Provider
Timeline
Self-Employed
Optimal School Therapy, LLC
03.2014 - Current
Physical Therapist
Total Education Solutions Inc.
03.2014 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
The Ohio State University