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Sasha Stewart

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Focused professional with proven ability to assess patient condition, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate outcomes. Expert in developing clinical protocols and protocols to ensure patient safety. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and works independently or as part of team.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physical Therapist

Penn Medicine
02.2016 - 06.2023
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Conducted clinical assessments and evaluations to determine patient needs.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary team, schedulers, and managers to support patient care.
  • Plan, prepare, and carry out individually designed programs of Physical Therapy treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
  • Perform and documented initial exam to identify functional impairments.
  • Participated in weekend rotations.
  • Recommended appropriate equipment and home modification to improve patients' function.
  • Appropriately assign patients to Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Provided supervision for physical therapy assistant according to PT Practice Act.
  • Administered therapeutic exercises, range of motion treatments, gait training, stair training, home safety, training, and therapeutic activities to improve function, increase endurance, and improve quality of life of patients on home care services.
  • Performed medicine reconciliation as part of multi-disciplinary team.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and physiological response to treatment sessions. Communicated findings to team members and Physicians.
  • Made appropriate referrals to occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing, social work, home health aide, and hospice services to meet patients' needs.
  • Confer with patient, family, caregivers, Physicians, and multi-disciplinary team members to plan, implement, and assess intervention program.
  • Review Physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required.
  • Educated patients on proper body mechanics and injury prevention to avoid risk of re-injury.
  • Used pain management and relaxation techniques to reduce discomfort and stress.
  • Used ERMs to chart patients' progress and update departmental records.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Discharged patient's from physical therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained or patient is no longer homebound.
  • Participated in Special Interest Groups: Neurological, Vestibular, Oncology, and Cardiopulmonary.
  • Participated in chart reviews

Physical Therapist

Maris Grove Retirement Community
03.2015 - 10.2015
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
  • Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
  • Recorded patient prognosis, treatment and responses into reports and patient charts.
  • Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
  • Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
  • Improved scheduling techniques and rapid insurance approval turnaround to increase patient volume and satisfaction.
  • Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs.
  • Created individualized exercise programs to improve patient mobility and function.
  • Applied manual techniques and therapeutic exercises to improve range of motion, strength, balance and coordination.
  • Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.
  • Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
  • Planned and carried out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and alleviate pain.
  • Developed patient-specific home exercise programs, guiding patients on correct implementation to safely achieve goals.
  • Educated families and patients on proper body mechanics and self-care practices to improve long-term outcomes.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
  • Administered therapeutic treatments to ease pain and facilitate healing of injuries.
  • Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.
  • Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
  • Provided physical therapy services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Used pain management and relaxation techniques to reduce discomfort and stress.
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Delaware State University
Dover, DE

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Widener University
Chester, PA
2014

Skills

  • Proficient with LSVT techniques
  • Skilled with variable gait training
  • Proficient in Neuro-Developmental Training
  • Skilled with advanced rehabilitation interventions
  • Advanced Vestibular training and interventions
  • Skilled Prosthetic fitting and training
  • Advanced with Neurological patient population
  • Advanced Stroke management/treatment techniques
  • Skilled with Lymphedema management
  • Compassionate

Affiliations

  • American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
  • Toastmasters
  • Pennsylvania Physical Therapy Association for Minority Affairs Committee

Certification

  • Kinesio Taping Training - [2015]
  • Neuro-Developmental Training (NDT)- [2017]
  • LSVT Training - [2018]
  • Vestibular Training - [2019]
  • Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS™) - [2024]
  • CPR Certification - Expires 4/25

Timeline

Physical Therapist

Penn Medicine
02.2016 - 06.2023

Physical Therapist

Maris Grove Retirement Community
03.2015 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Delaware State University

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

Widener University
Sasha Stewart