- Yoga
- Pilates
- Hiking
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Embracing outdoor adventures such as hiking and outdoor cycling
Monica White
Hampton,New Jersey
Summary
Skilled physical therapist with 34 years of experience, specializing in outpatient orthopedics for the past 10 years. Successfully treated adult patients with a wide range of orthopedic injuries, from acute to chronic and post-surgical conditions. Expertise extends to working with workers' compensation patients, as well as individuals with high-level neurological conditions such as stroke, MS, Parkinson's disease, and cancer. Certifications in BIG, Re-vital, and SABC demonstrate a solid foundation in evidence-based practices. Valuable experience gained in various healthcare settings, including 24 years of inpatient care: 13 years in sub-acute and long-term care, 5 years in hospital acute care, and 6 years in acute rehab. Seeking a full-time/32-hour physical therapy position to leverage education and clinical experience while providing opportunities for career and personal growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Kessler Rehabilitation Center
12.2015 - Current
- Evaluate and design treatment plans for patients with orthopedic injuries including acute and chronic and post-surgical conditions
- Develop and implement complex treatment plans for workman’s comp patients including work conditioning programs designed specifically for the patient and handling load to return the patient back to work without re-injury
- Implemented the BIG program for pt’s with Parkinson’s disease and implemented treatment plans for patients with cancer following the guidelines of Re-vital best practice and SABC program
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes
- Work as a coordinated team with the CM and PSS to provide excellence in patient experience on a daily bases
- Served as a clinical instructor for PT students.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously enhance skills as a Physical Therapist.
Physical Therapist
Genesis Rehab Services
02.2007 - 12.2015
- Evaluate and design treatment plans for sub-acute rehab patients and long term care residents in a skilled nursing facility
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Additional responsibilities include established and managed the restorative nursing programs for LTC residents and trained CNA's in proper transfer and guarding techniques and exercise program
Supervisor of Rehabilitation Services
Tender Touch
12.2005 - 12.2006
- Supervised and managed a multidisciplinary team of therapists and assistants including; PT, PTA, OT, COTA, ST and rehab tech in a long ter/sub-acute care facility.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Duties included employee scheduling and staffing, documentation and monitoring of MDS, PPS and RUG.
- Program development for the RNP, providing in-service training to CNA's on transfer training techniques and safety techniques with ambulation with residents, PROM exercise program.
- Rehab delegate to the facility interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained PT responsibilities for evaluation and design of treatment programs for sub-acute rehab patients and long term care residents in a skilled nursing facility
Physical Therapist
Saint Barnabas Rehabilitation Affiliates
07.2001 - 12.2005
- Evaluate and design treatment plans for sub-acute rehab
- Patients and long term care residents in a skilled nursing facility
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care
- Additional responsibilities include established maintenance programs for LTC residents and trained CNA's in proper transfer and guarding techniques and exercise program
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
Physical Therapist (part time)
Morristown Memorial Hospital
07.1996 - 01.2001
- Evaluate and design treatment programs for patients in an acute care setting of diverse caseloads in orthopedic, medical/surgical, cardiac, neurological, ICU, and pediatric units
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Institute of Morristown Memorial
01.1990 - 01.1996
- Clinical II staff physical therapist in acute rehab
- And sub-acute rehab
- Departments
- Evaluation and design of treatment plans for patients from adult and geriatric population in an in-patient setting
- Diagnoses include: CVA, Guillain-Barre syndrome, total joint replacements, s/p CABG, post trauma and generalized debility
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care
- Additional responsibilities include program development of group therapy classes organized by both diagnosis and activity
- Served as a clinical instructor for PT and PTA students
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
Adjunct Instructor-Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Fairleigh Dickinson University
01.1990 - 01.1995
- Provided instruction to first year physical therapist assistant students.
- Topics included: thermal agents, modalities, CPM machines, and cervical and lumbar traction with lecture and lab classes
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Strengthened critical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and open-ended questions.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
Coral Gables, Florida12.1989
Secondary Education Teaching Credential - Biology and Physical Education
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY
San Francisco, California12.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education, Biology
UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
San Francisco, California06.1985
Skills
- Home exercise programs
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Clinical reasoning
- Injury prevention
- Patient relations
- Therapeutic exercises
- Functional mobility
Certification
New Jersey, 40QA00468900, BLS certification, 255415134276
Interests
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Kessler Rehabilitation Center
12.2015 - Current
Physical Therapist
Genesis Rehab Services
02.2007 - 12.2015
Supervisor of Rehabilitation Services
Tender Touch
12.2005 - 12.2006
Physical Therapist
Saint Barnabas Rehabilitation Affiliates
07.2001 - 12.2005
Physical Therapist (part time)
Morristown Memorial Hospital
07.1996 - 01.2001
Physical Therapist
Rehabilitation Institute of Morristown Memorial
01.1990 - 01.1996
Adjunct Instructor-Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Fairleigh Dickinson University
01.1990 - 01.1995
Secondary Education Teaching Credential - Biology and Physical Education
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts - Physical Education, Biology
UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
New Jersey, 40QA00468900, BLS certification, 255415134276
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
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