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Olivia Cieslar

Summary

Professional Physical Therapist with 4+ years of experience as Assistant Clinic Director and Staff Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical assessment and evaluation skills. Skilled in delivering patient-centered care, assessments, and strength-based programs. Experienced with geriatric, neurological, orthopedic, and vestibular patients; committed to delivering quality care. Proficient in data-driven care and performance metrics.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Physical Therapist

Oxford Rehabilitation
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Evaluated and implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for elderly patients in a skilled nursing facility to support recovery post-op, chronic condition management, and fall prevention.
  • Documented patient progress, adjusted treatment plans based on outcomes, and maintained accurate electronic health records (EHR).
  • Participated in care team collaborations to optimize patient recovery.

Staff Physical Therapist

Novacare Rehabilitation
07.2024 - 05.2025
  • Completed evaluations, documentation, and supervised PTAs per APTA standards in an outpatient clinic.
  • Designed individual treatment programs to restore function, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnosis, injury prevention, and treatments.

Assistant Director of Physical Therapy

Twin Boro Physical Therapy
04.2021 - 07.2024
  • Oversaw operations of a 380 patient per week outpatient clinic.
  • Supervised therapists, physical therapy aides, front desk staff, and volunteers.
  • Managed high-volume caseload, therapist/aide schedules, labor hours, and budget; approved timecards/PTO.
  • Improved scheduling techniques and streamlined insurance approval turnaround, boosting patient satisfaction.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Wheeling University
Wheeling, WV
12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health

The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05.2017

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Orthopedic Care & Rehabilitation
  • Patient Assessment & Injury Diagnosis
  • Clinic Personnel Management & Scheduling
  • Staff Education & Training
  • Vestibular/Vertigo Treatment
  • Injury prevention
  • Balance training
  • Bilingual: Polish

Certification

  • CPR/AED Certified
  • Licensed in NJ & PA

Timeline

Staff Physical Therapist

Oxford Rehabilitation
06.2025 - 07.2025

Staff Physical Therapist

Novacare Rehabilitation
07.2024 - 05.2025

Assistant Director of Physical Therapy

Twin Boro Physical Therapy
04.2021 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biobehavioral Health

The Pennsylvania State University

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Wheeling University