Michaela Costello
Boston,MA
Summary
Empathetic physical therapist with strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in patient assessment and creating individualized treatment programs. Focused on patient centered care with each patient's goals being at the forefront of treatment. Provide patient education for patients to be aware of each step of the healing process and as progressions are made. Polished in treating various injuries and restoring mobility. Excellent communicator with outstanding patient rapport-building skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Boston Sports Medicine
Brookline, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Examine patients to assess functional limitations and diagnosis, including performing special tests.
- Development of personalized treatment plans.
- Utilization of rehabilitation equipment and technology.
- Understanding of insurance and billing processes.
- Effective communication.
- Problem-solving.
- Treat a variety of patient cases and ages, from post-op status joint or ligamentous repairs, to contact sports players.
- Application of neuro-re-education, therapeutic exercises, therapeutic activities, and techniques.
- Instructed patients in proper use of equipment and therapeutic exercises.
- Team collaboration with other PT’s, PTA’s and Exercise Specialists
- Balance & fall risk assessment.
- Balance & gait training.
- Gather subjective and objective patient data.
- Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
- Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.
- Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
- Performing progress notes & re-evaluations.
- Manual therapy techniques including soft tissue mobilization, cupping, joint mobilizations, and passive range of motion to alleviate pain & enhance function.
- Supervised physical therapist assistants and aides, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a positive and supportive environment that encouraged patient participation and engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Educated patients in physical therapy resources, injury prevention and ergonomics.
- Special tests for shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee joints.
- Manage and treat pain in patients.
- Agility & plyometric drills.
- Experience working with children ages ranging from 7-17 years old.
- Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
- Received 25+ positive reviews on NPS patient feedback surveys.
Student Physical Therapist
UBE Physical Therapy and Performance
Bangor, ME
12.2021 - 03.2022
- 12 week rotation
- Outpatient strength and conditioning with sport specific training
- Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans accordingly.
- Developed home programs for patients to continue their rehabilitation at home.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments by observing responses to interventions.
- Treated various populations including CrossFit athletes, sport players, ligamentous injuries in both upper extremity & lower extremity joints, rotator cuff pathologies, adhesive capsulitis, joint replacements, carpal tunnel, impingement, SLAP tear, biceps tear, muscle strains, tendonitis, edema.
- Manual muscle testing & goniometry
- Utilized problem-solving skills to identify potential solutions for challenging cases.
Student Physical Therapist
MaineGeneral Hospital
Augusta, ME
09.2021 - 12.2021
- 12 week rotation
- ICU, acute care
- Treated population of patients with more severe cases with diagnoses including stroke, congestive heart failure, myasthenia gravis, pressure ulcers, sepsis, cardiac arrhythmias, COVID, COPD, MVA, dyspnea.
- Assessed bed mobility.
- Positioning & pressure relief mechanics.
- Demonstration & safety use of assistive devices.
- Monitoring vitals throughout treatment.
- Performed transfers & transfer mechanics, including hoyer lift.
- Meanuver equipment & ventilators.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers.
- Discharge plans.
- Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
- Rendered highest quality of care when interacting with patients and families.
- Prescribed and demonstrated in-home exercises and therapies to help patients improve progress and physical health.
- Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Taught patients and families about self-care treatments and exercises that can be completed at home.
Clinical Experience
Massabesic Health Resources
10.2020 - 12.2020
- 8 week rotation
- Outpatient Orthopedics
- Treated patients with diagnoses including post-op joint replacements (knee & hip), low back pain, deconditioning, muscle weakness, fibromyalgia, cerebral palsy,
- Balance assessment & training
- Gait assessment & training
- Aquatic therapy
- Developed home programs for patients to continue their rehabilitation at home.
- Manual muscle testing & goniometry
- Administered modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and heat and cold therapy to reduce pain and inflammation.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments by observing responses to interventions.
- Performed manual therapy techniques, such as massage, joint mobilization and manipulation and soft tissue mobilization.
- Administered electrical stimulation using ultrasound machines or TENS units when needed.
Babysitting/Nanny
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Taking care of multiple children ages ranging from infants to 10 year olds
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Monitored the children's playtime to ensure safety and wellbeing.
- Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Provided a safe environment for the children through supervision and guidance of their activities.
- Instructed the children in proper behavior, manners, health habits.
- Read stories aloud to the children and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
Camp Counselor
YMCA
Old Town/Orono, USA
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Chaperone field trips.
- Create day-to-day interactive activities for children.
- Assist in administration of daily program.
- Facilitate & participate in activities.
- Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, and sports.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Husson University
05.2022
Bachelors of Kinesiology -
Husson University
05-2020
Skills
- Team player, works well with others
- Good patient rapport
- Loyal individual
- Outpatient therapy background
- Empathetic and patient
- Culturally aware
- Therapeutic massage
- Therapeutic exercises
- Joint stability
- Focused on consistent, quality care
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Sports medicine
- Provide patient education
- Compassionate
- Verbal and written communication
- Evaluation writing
- Patient assessment & diagnosis
- Active listening
- Observational & analytical skills
- Gait analysis
- Protocol compliance
- Physical examination
- Health care treatments
- Mobility improvement
- BLS training
- Monitoring progress
- Problem solving
Certification
- Licensed Massachusetts Physical Therapist, 01/01/23
- Licensed PT, National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE), 01/01/23
Volunteer Experience
- NERT (National Emergency Response Team), 01/01/14, 12/31/19, A not-for-profit organization dedicated to 'People Helping People' during crisis situations. Assisting with various chores and tasks to enable organizational readiness.
- Ripple Effect Project, 01/01/18, 12/31/22, Ripple Effect Project is an organization dedicated to supporting self sustainable agriculture and educational endeavors of independent orphanages in Africa.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Boston Sports Medicine
01.2024 - Current
Student Physical Therapist
UBE Physical Therapy and Performance
12.2021 - 03.2022
Student Physical Therapist
MaineGeneral Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Experience
Massabesic Health Resources
10.2020 - 12.2020
Camp Counselor
YMCA
06.2018 - 08.2018
Babysitting/Nanny
01.2013 - 01.2020
Doctorate of Physical Therapy -
Husson University
Bachelors of Kinesiology -
Husson University
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