Sarah Tidswell
Anderson,SC
Summary
Licensed physical therapist with nine years of experience in the home health setting treating adult and geriatric patients. I am seeking this position to utilize my knowledge and skills within this setting to continue to provide quality care to patients.
Polished in treating various injuries and restoring mobility. Excellent communicator with outstanding patient rapport-building skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist
Centerwell Home Health
Anderson, SC
02.2017 - Current
- Conducted patient evaluations to assess physical therapy needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on rehabilitation techniques and home exercises.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Educated patients and families on injury prevention, proper body mechanics, and home exercise programs to promote long-term health.
- Supervised physical therapist assistants and aides, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, occupational therapists, and nurses, to optimize patient care plans.
Physical Therapist
Halcyon Rehabilitation
Anderson, SC
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Conducted patient evaluations to assess physical therapy needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Planned for discharges and communicated findings and progress in detailed reports.
Physical Therapist
HCR ManorCare
Greenville, SC
11.2013 - 04.2016
- Conducted patient evaluations to assess physical therapy needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on education and exercise for specific patient populations.
- Supervised physical therapist assistants and aides, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high-quality patient care.
Physical Therapist
Supplemental Health Care
Anderson, SC
02.2013 - 11.2013
- Conducted patient evaluations to assess physical therapy needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength.
Physical Therapist
The Weston Group
Anderson, SC
02.2011 - 02.2013
- Conducted patient evaluations to assess physical therapy needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength.
- Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
- Instructed patients in proper use of equipment and therapeutic exercises.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including referrals to other healthcare professionals and community resources as needed for continued care.
Physical Therapist
Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
Greenwood, SC
10.2009 - 06.2011
- Conducted patient evaluations to assess physical therapy needs.
- Developed personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH 08.2006 - 05.2009
Skills
- Patient evaluation
- Treatment planning
- Discharge coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Injury prevention
- Adaptability
- Wheelchair assessment
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Geriatrics experience
- Gait analysis
- CPR training
Certification
- CPR certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Centerwell Home Health
02.2017 - Current
Physical Therapist
Halcyon Rehabilitation
04.2016 - 02.2017
Physical Therapist
HCR ManorCare
11.2013 - 04.2016
Physical Therapist
Supplemental Health Care
02.2013 - 11.2013
Physical Therapist
The Weston Group
02.2011 - 02.2013
Physical Therapist
Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2009 - 06.2011
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Youngstown State University
08.2006 - 05.2009