Rudi Hamashin

School-based physical therapy setting with a strong focus in providing durable medical equipment to pediatric population. Experience in evaluation in treatment of a spectrum of pediatric neurological and orthopedic disorders/injuries. Strong background in fitting patients for standing frames, gait trainers, adaptive seating, adaptive strollers, mechanical lifts and education of staff for appropriate use and operation.

PRN Physical Therapist in a “Super” Skilled Nursing Facility setting to a variety of diagnoses that include but are not limited to: orthopedic poly-trauma, traumatic brain injury, stroke, SCI, and neurodegenerative disorders,. Strong background in working closely with Assistive Technology Professionals in wheelchair evaluations and seating evaluations. Education to caregivers regarding appropriate positioning of patients in adaptive seating, wheelchair features, and additional durable medical equipment for home discharge.

Acute care services for a Level II Trauma hospital that encompassed treating patients with a variety of diagnoses, including but not limited to: post operative orthopedics, poly-trauma, cardiothoracic surgery, respiratory and neurological disorders. Experience in educating staff and caregivers in use of hoyer lifts, hospital beds, and use of additional durable medical equipment for discharge to the home environment.