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Nidhi Gandhi

Physical Therapist
Brooklyn

Summary

Dedicated and bilingual aspiring international Physical Therapist with a passion for building positive patient relationships and providing treatment support along with program documentation, rehabilitation efficiency, case load management, and exercise assistance to pediatric and geriatric patients. Eager to provide relief from pain through therapy, exercise and stretching.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Assistant

Health & Yoga Inc.
05.2023 - Current
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of physical therapy assistance.
  • Contributed to overall clinic efficiency by assisting with equipment setup, inventory management, and patient scheduling as needed.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
  • Supported optimal patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment.
  • Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
  • Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.

Physical Therapist Assistant

E-W Physical Therapy PC
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
  • Provided mobility support during patient transfers and ambulation, limiting further damage.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Administered ultrasound, diathermy or other therapeutic modalities.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
  • Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
  • Assisted physical therapist with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
  • Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
  • Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.

Physical Therapist Assistant

TheraAide Rehab LLC
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
  • Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
  • Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
  • Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
  • Implemented patient safety protocols and infection control practices for hygienic, compliant care.
  • Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
  • Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
  • Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.

Physical Therapist Aide

TheraAide Rehab LLC
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Enhanced practice efficiency by completing basic administrative tasks such as answering calls, scheduling appointments and arranging files.
  • Offered expert mobility assistance with physical support, wheelchairs and other strategies.
  • Smoothly assisted, positioned and secured patients at therapy devices to support safe treatment protocols.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Improved overall clinic efficiency by maintaining organized therapy spaces and equipment inventory.
  • Set up equipment ahead of treatments to maintain smooth appointment schedules.

Physical Therapist Assistant

Anoopam Mission
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Assisted a Physical Therapist to initiate different patient care plans in outpatient setting.
  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
  • Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Provided in-home therapeutic treatments to patients after hip replacement surgery.
  • Worked in acute care setting and created individualized exercise programs for patients.

Physical Therapy Intern

Diraj General Hospital
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Reviewed journals and various recourse actions to collect information on treatment and therapies for Musculoskeletal, Neurological and Cardiac condition.
  • Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.
  • Administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
  • Devised creative treatment plans for individuals suffering from injuries or diseases.
  • Conferred with other health care staff to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function.
  • Administered massages and traction to relieve pain and prevent deformity.
  • Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary.
  • Performed therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills.
  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
  • Delivered home care physical therapy to home - bound patients.
  • Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.

Education

Master's of Exercise Science - Exercise Physiology And Kinesiology

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
09.2020 - 2022.05

Bachelors of Physical Therapy -

Sumandeep Vidyapeeth
Vadodara, India
07.2014 - 2019.02

Certified Nutrition Coach -

NASM
Brooklyn
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Patient service
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Timeline

Physical Therapist Assistant

Health & Yoga Inc.
05.2023 - Current

Physical Therapist Assistant

E-W Physical Therapy PC
09.2022 - 05.2023

Physical Therapist Assistant

TheraAide Rehab LLC
07.2022 - 09.2022

Physical Therapist Aide

TheraAide Rehab LLC
09.2021 - 12.2021

Master's of Exercise Science - Exercise Physiology And Kinesiology

Long Island University
09.2020 - 2022.05

Physical Therapist Assistant

Anoopam Mission
03.2019 - 11.2019

Physical Therapy Intern

Diraj General Hospital
08.2018 - 02.2019

Bachelors of Physical Therapy -

Sumandeep Vidyapeeth
07.2014 - 2019.02

Certified Nutrition Coach -

NASM
05.2001 -
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