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Peggy Murphy

Parkersburg,WV

Summary

Accomplished Physical Therapist with a proven track record at WVU Medicine, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes through expert application of therapeutic exercises and orthopedic rehabilitation. Excelled in patient assessment and communication, successfully managing high caseloads and improving function by over 30%. Skilled in geriatric and neurological rehabilitation, demonstrating exceptional clinical reasoning and direct patient care.

Overview

20
years of professional experience

Work History

WVU Medicine

Physical Therapist
2023.10 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
  • Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Delivered home care therapy to long-term care patients and assisted with ROM and stretching exercises.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Optimized clinic efficiency by managing schedules, prioritizing cases based on urgency, and delegating tasks among staff members.
  • Served as an advocate for patient needs within the healthcare system, working closely with insurance providers when necessary.
  • Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs.

Ohio Valley Healthcare Center

Physical Therapist
2023.09 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)

Job overview

PRN position in SNF. Duties include evaluation of residents in SNF, cotreats,supervision of physical therapy assistants.

Camden Clark Medical Center

Physical Therapist
2007.01 - Current (19 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)

Job overview

PRN position in acute care setting

Duties include evaluation and treatment of patients in acute care hospital, sipervising Physical Therapy assistants

Flexcare Staffing

Physical Th
2023.07 - 2023.10 (3 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
  • Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.

Encore Rehab

Physical Therapist
2022.01 - 2023.07 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
  • Used ERMs to chart patients' progress and update departmental records.

.PRN position involving evaluation, treatment cotreatments, supervising Physical Therapy Assistants in SNF

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital

Physical Therapist
2004.06 - 2023.06 (19 education.years_Label)

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
  • Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.

Education

Daemen University
Buffalo, NY

Bachelor Of Science from Physical Therapy
06.1998

Skills

  • Home Exercise Programs
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Balance training
  • Clinical reasoning
  • Geriatric Therapy
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Neurological Rehabilitation
  • Patient Assessment
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Adaptive Equipment
  • Home health care expertise
  • Direct Patient Care
  • CPR training
  • BLS training
  • Prosthetic Training
  • Range of Motion Improvement

Timeline

Physical Therapist

WVU Medicine
2023.10 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)

Physical Therapist

Ohio Valley Healthcare Center
2023.09 - Current (2 education.years_Label & 10 education.months_Label)

Physical Th

Flexcare Staffing
2023.07 - 2023.10 (3 education.months_Label)

Physical Therapist

Encore Rehab
2022.01 - 2023.07 (1 education.year_Label & 6 education.months_Label)

Physical Therapist

Camden Clark Medical Center
2007.01 - Current (19 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)

Physical Therapist

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
2004.06 - 2023.06 (19 education.years_Label)

Daemen University

Bachelor Of Science from Physical Therapy
Peggy Murphy