Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Team Player
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Sharon Prenger

Columbia,MO

Summary

Collaborative and compassionate Physical Therapist driven to help people improve movement and manage pain after injuries, illnesses or surgeries. Listens carefully to patients, observes movements and develops individualized treatment plans. Establishes clear goals and outcomes and encourages and challenges patients to attain expected progress.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist

University of Missouri-Hospital
Columbia, MO
June2009 - Current
  • Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
  • Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
  • Assessed patient to develop treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
  • Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
  • Maintained professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, colleagues, vendors and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Demonstrated safe techniques for handling and positioning patients during exercise or therapy sessions.
  • Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Provided education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy treatments, safety procedures.
  • Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans accordingly.
  • Attended continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
  • Treated conditions to aid developmental, neurological and orthopedic disorders.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to physical therapy practice.
  • Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits and progress notes in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Physical Therapist

Columbia Regional Hospital
Columbia, MO
May1997 - May2009
  • Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
  • Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
  • Assessed patient to develop treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
  • Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
  • Maintained professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, colleagues, vendors and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Demonstrated safe techniques for handling and positioning patients during exercise or therapy sessions.
  • Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
  • Collaborated with practitioners by recording and sharing physical therapy outcomes and recommending modifications to treatment plans.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to identify potential solutions for challenging cases.
  • Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Provided education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy treatments, safety procedures.
  • Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans accordingly.
  • Attended continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to physical therapy practice.

Physical Therapist

University of Missouri-Hospital
Columbia, MO
06.1994 - 05.1997
  • Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
  • Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
  • Assessed patient to develop treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
  • Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
  • Maintained professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, colleagues, vendors and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Demonstrated safe techniques for handling and positioning patients during exercise or therapy sessions.
  • Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to identify potential solutions for challenging cases.
  • Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Provided education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy treatments, safety procedures.
  • Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans accordingly.
  • Incorporated clinical expertise, patient values and best evidence to drive clinical practice.
  • Treated conditions to aid developmental, neurological and orthopedic disorders.
  • Attended continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to physical therapy practice.

Physical Therapist

NE Regional Services
Kirksville, MO
Aug1989 - 05.1994
  • Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
  • Assisted patients with physical movements to help restore function and lessen pain and disability.
  • Assessed patient to develop treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
  • Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
  • Maintained professional relationships with coworkers, supervisors, colleagues, vendors and other members of the healthcare team.
  • Demonstrated safe techniques for handling and positioning patients during exercise or therapy sessions.
  • Created individualized home exercise programs for outpatient therapy clients to improve health and wellness.
  • Collaborated with practitioners by recording and sharing physical therapy outcomes and recommending modifications to treatment plans.
  • Maintained organized documentation and patient files.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to identify potential solutions for challenging cases.
  • Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Provided education to families, caregivers, staff and other healthcare professionals regarding physical therapy treatments, safety procedures.
  • Monitored patient progress and modified treatment plans accordingly.
  • Incorporated clinical expertise, patient values and best evidence to drive clinical practice.
  • Treated conditions to aid developmental, neurological and orthopedic disorders.
  • Attended continuing education courses relevant to physical therapy practice.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards related to physical therapy practice.

Education

Physical Therapy

University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO
05-1989

Skills

  • Patient Assessment
  • Treatment Planning
  • CPR Training
  • Patient-Focused Therapy
  • Geriatrics Experience
  • Acute Rehabilitation Background
  • Direct Patient Care

Affiliations

I enjoy family time, exploring the outdoors and traveling.

Team Player

I have been assisting management for early morning call-ins, assigning worklists and any additional assistance needed by management for maintaining department coverage.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Physical Therapist

University of Missouri-Hospital
06.1994 - 05.1997

Physical Therapist

University of Missouri-Hospital
June2009 - Current

Physical Therapist

Columbia Regional Hospital
May1997 - May2009

Physical Therapist

NE Regional Services
Aug1989 - 05.1994

Physical Therapy

University of Missouri - Columbia
Sharon Prenger