Robin Chapman
Collegeville,PA
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical skills. Provides supportive environment conducive to addressing individual needs. Distinguished client-facing skills and experience working closely with health care professionals to assess and treat complex conditions. Focused professional with proven ability, works independently or as part of team. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Physical Therapist/Supervisor
Prime Healthcare
05.2004 - Current
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Provided physical therapy services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Educates patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs. Diagnosis are varied and typically complex.
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
- Interdisciplinary communications with physicians, case management, social services/case management personnel as well as administration.
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
- Communication with outside professionals regarding managed care issues, also consultations regarding equipment and bracing acquisition.
- Administrative duties including scheduling of staff/patients, monitoring and maintaining staff statistics, staff performance evaluations, peer reviews, colleague education, participation in falls committee, joint replacement programs, stroke program and patient satisfaction committee.
- Trained and designated super user for electronic medical records.
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Trained new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding policies and standards of care.
Physical Therapist
NovaCare Rehabilitation
05.2002 - 05.2004
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs
- 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
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients
- Trained new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding policies and standards of care
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain
- Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Human Biology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PAAssociate of Arts - Business Administration
Philadelphia College of Textile And Science
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Trained in Diagnostics and Prognostics
- Functional Testing
- CPR Training
- Records Management Specialist
- Staff Education and Training
- Patient Relations and Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Data Recording
Timeline
Senior Physical Therapist/Supervisor
Prime Healthcare
05.2004 - Current
Physical Therapist
NovaCare Rehabilitation
05.2002 - 05.2004
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology, Human Biology
Temple University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Philadelphia College of Textile And Science