MAILAH F. RAPADA, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist II
SAN JOSE,CA
Summary
Accomplished, highly motivated physical therapist offering more than 10 years of outpatient orthopedic care experience. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Background includes work with pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, and an extensive knowledge of sports injuries and therapy. Proficient in a broad range of PT programs, evidence-based treatments and modalities restoring function, and mitigating disability for diseased and injured patients. Exceptional interpersonal/communication skills and proficiency in patient assessment, time management, and therapy program design/execution. Enthusiastic team player, deeply committed to delivering quality care, and achieving superior patient outcomes as a member of a multidisciplinary case management team.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Physical Therapist
Stanford Health Care/Cisco Life Connections Health Center
San Jose , CA
2019.03 - Current
- Utilized the latest evidence to skillfully evaluate and treat an orthopedic population that centers on the tech industry.
- Employed the use of telehealth/telemedicine as an alternative to an in-person session in the time of COVID-19 pandemic.
- Engaged in an integrated and interdisciplinary team setting, collaborating care with physicians, nurses, chiropractors, acupuncturists, optometrists and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs).
- Provided one on one patient care that focuses on patients’ individual goals and functional gains in ADLs.
- Participated in monthly team case conferences to discuss patient progress and discharge planning.
- Participated in weekly continuing medical education (CME) provided by Stanford Health Care outpatient physical therapy clinic in Redwood City.
- Assisted in providing first aid and assessment of sports injuries in Cisco’s softball tournament in 2019.
Staff Physical Therapist
Pacific Rehabilitation & Sports Therapy
Santa Clara , CA
2014.03 - 2019.03
- Managed a high-volume case load (16-18) of patients per day in a medium-sized outpatient orthopedic clinic.
- Assessed and developed plans of treatment for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including both short-term and long-term goals, collaboration with other staff members, and required involvement of the patient, their family, and/or caregiver.
- Documented patient progress according to approved and facility required documentation procedures (Therapysource, Raintree).
- Supervised physical therapy assistants (PTAs) and aides in all physical rehabilitation therapy treatments.
- Communicated and coordinated with patients’ physicians to ensure a consistent level of care.
Staff Physical Therapist
Sunnyvale Physical Therapy And Hand Rehabilitation
Sunnyvale , CA
2011.02 - 2014.03
- Provided physical therapy services for a large-sized outpatient orthopedic clinic and assessed patients' rehabilitative needs, jointly developed patient plan of care and treatment goals and conducted physician-prescribed PT programs for medically complex patients (children through geriatric).
- Supervised physical therapy aides in all physical rehabilitation therapy treatments.
- Restored function for patients and prevented/lessened disabilities following disease or profound injury (including joint replacements and sports injury).
- Excelled in ability to customize/adapt conventional PT techniques to meet the special needs of individual patients.
- Managed a high-volume caseload.
- Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality, compassionate care helping patients to maximize their success and live within the limits of their capabilities.
Physical Therapist License Applicant
Sunnyvale Physical Therapy And Hand Rehabilitation
Sunnyvale , CA
2010.03 - 2011.02
- Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, provided physical therapy treatments and modalities in accordance with the Physical Therapy Board of California.
- Worked in outpatient rehabilitation department implementing, reviewing, revising, and progressing individual PT treatment programs.
- Communicated with MDs, physical therapists, and other medical professionals concerning patient status, progress, and continued service needs.
Physical Therapy Aide
Rehab Outcome Therapy
San Jose , CA
2002.08 - 2010.02
- Prepared patients for physical therapy treatments and assisted the physical therapist during administration of treatments.
- Secured patients into or onto therapy equipment, safeguarded, motivated, and assisted patients practicing exercises functional activities under the direction of the professional staff.
- Provided and supervised routine treatments like therapeutic exercises, hydrotherapy, electrotherapy, ultrasound, and transported patients to and from the treatment area.
- Cleaned work area equipment after treatment, may record treatment given equipment used, may inventory as well as requisition of supplies.
Physical Therapist
Olongapo Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Center and James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
Olongapo City, Philippines
2001.10 - 2002.02
- Provided inpatient and outpatient physical therapy services for a 100+ bed, specialized acute-care hospital.
- Recorded prognosis, treatment response and progress in patients’ charts.
- Instructed patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
- Planned, prepared and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction.
Education
Post-professional Doctor of Physical Therapy -
A.T. Still University
2016.01 - 2018.03
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Mary Johnston College
1996.06 - 2001.03
Skills
Evidence-based treatments/techniquesundefined
Work Availability
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NPI number
1891092334
Quote
There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.
Ray Goforth
Timeline
Senior Physical Therapist
Stanford Health Care/Cisco Life Connections Health Center
2019.03 - Current
Post-professional Doctor of Physical Therapy -
A.T. Still University
2016.01 - 2018.03
Staff Physical Therapist
Pacific Rehabilitation & Sports Therapy
2014.03 - 2019.03
Staff Physical Therapist
Sunnyvale Physical Therapy And Hand Rehabilitation
2011.02 - 2014.03
Physical Therapist License Applicant
Sunnyvale Physical Therapy And Hand Rehabilitation
2010.03 - 2011.02
Physical Therapy Aide
Rehab Outcome Therapy
2002.08 - 2010.02
Physical Therapist
Olongapo Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Center and James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
2001.10 - 2002.02
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Mary Johnston College
1996.06 - 2001.03
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