Ray Klepper
Chico,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and results-driven licensed physical therapist with a strong background in patient management of a wide spectrum of conditions including but mot limited to: orthopedic surgeries, post neurological injuries, s/p vascular events and general deconditioning. Over 12 years of experience in the outpatient setting as well as intermittent skilled nursing and inpatient rehab work setting as well. Adept at building and maintaining patient relationships, identifying needs, and providing tailored solutions to meet goals. Strong communication, combined with ability to work well under pressure, would make me an asset to any team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Enloe Medical Center
Chico, CA
09.2015 - Current
- Examined, screened and evaluated patients for neuromuscular, orthopedic and cardiorespiratory problems
- Constructed physical therapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises
- Taught patients uses of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices
- Observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability
- Researched and stayed abreast of current treatment modalities by attending professional development opportunities.
Physical Therapist
Ridge Physical Therapy
Paradise, CA
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Provided patient examinations, evaluations and developed plans of care
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of therapy assistants and patients
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians and volunteers
- Recorded detailed prognosis, treatment, responses and progress notes in patient charts
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Science
San Marcos, CA08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA09.2007
Skills
- Excel at multidisciplinary communication to provide optimal patient management and outcomes
- Skilled in orthopedic manual therapy
- Strength and Conditioning Specialist
- BLS training
Websites
Accomplishments
Completed 1 year orthopedic outpatient residency at Enloe Medical Center
Certification
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Continuingeducation
- Myofascial Release
- Strain Counterstrain
- Functional Mobilization I
- Functional Mobilization II
- Core First Strategies
- PNF I
- PNFII
- FMLQ
- Rock Tape
- Visceral Manipulation 1
- Visceral Manipulation 2
- Visceral Manipulation 3
- Visceral Manipulation 4
Personal Information
Title: Doctor Of Physical Therapy
Affiliations
Active APTA member
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Enloe Medical Center
09.2015 - Current
Physical Therapist
Ridge Physical Therapy
08.2012 - 08.2015
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Science
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
University of California - Davis