Mary Jo McNamara M.S., P.T.
Northfield,MA
Summary
Accomplished homecare Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills by effectively communication with other healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, occupational therapist and home health aides to ensure optimal patient outcomes. working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions. I am able to meet patients and families where they are at in the rehabilitative process.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Physical Therapist
Northfield Hospital
07.2001 - Current
- Currently provide physical therapy services in both inpatient acute care/med Surg and home care setting.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and progress for accurate record-keeping and seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Contributed to the development of new home care physical therapy protocols, enhancing the overall efficacy and quality of patient care.
- Improved patient mobility by designing and implementing individualized home care physical therapy plans.
- Management of acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Strong orthopedic and sports medicine skill set with previous certification in athletic training through 2012.
- Current CPR certification.
- Maintained current licensure physical therapy status through continuing education courses related to geriatric patients.
- Worked extensively along side respiratory therapy through Covid 19 pandemic providing physical therapy treatment to compromised patients in hospital and home settings. Additionally worked vaccine clinics providing community service for Northfield hospital.
- Advocated for patients' rights within the broader healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary resources for continued progress towards recovery goals. Including navigating VA patients community services to transition to outpatient care, acquirement of necessary DME and ramp accessibility for homes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WICertification - Athletic Training
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MNMaster of Science - Exercise Physiology
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud, MinnesotaSkills
- Home safety evaluation
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Functional Mobility Training
- Fall prevention strategies
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Geriatric Care
Timeline
Home Care Physical Therapist
Northfield Hospital
07.2001 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Certification - Athletic Training
University of St. Thomas
Master of Science - Exercise Physiology
St. Cloud State University
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