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Susan Roessler

Summary

Experienced Physical Therapist possessing strong clinical and management skills. Developed and managed a team of physical therapists in a busy orthopedic surgical hospital. Skilled in daily patient education and often staff to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist Manager

OASIS Hospital
01.2011 - Current
  • Conducted quality improvement initiatives such as analyzing patient feedback surveys, identifying areas of improvement and implementing necessary changes to enhance overall patient experience.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices into daily therapy sessions, ensuring quality care and adherence to industry standards.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing customized physical therapy treatment plans.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for physical therapy staff members, identifying areas of improvement and growth opportunities.
  • Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
  • Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
  • Trained new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding policies and standards of care.
  • Participated in joint classes.
  • Clinical instructor for PT students.
  • Provided physical therapy evaluation, treatment and discharge for post-operative joint replacement and spine patients.

Physical Therapist

Arizona Heart Hospital
07.2008 - 12.2010
  • Provided physical therapy for acute cardiovascular/pulmonary patients.
  • ICU physical therapy

Physical Therapist-agency

K Force
04.2008 - 07.2008
  • Physical therapy evaluation and treatment of patients in adult rehabilitation facilities.

Physical Therapist, Owner

Fearon And Roessler Physical Therapy
10.2005 - 07.2008
  • Functional capacity evaluations to assess individuals return-to-work abilities
  • Pre-work screening for Swift trucking company

Physical Therapist, Owner

Roessler And Derosa Physical Therapy
01.1990 - 07.1993
  • Physical therapy evaluation and treatment of outpatient orthopedic patients.

Physical Therapist

Northern Arizona University
07.1986 - 07.1990
  • Physical therapy evaluation and treatment of orthopedic outpatients.
  • Clinical instructor for NAU Physical Therapy students
  • Physical therapy for neurologically involved children at various schools on the Navajo reservation.

Education

Various On-line And In-person Continued Education

Master of Arts - Exercise Science

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
05.1990

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ
08.1984

Skills

  • Clinical expertise
  • Supervisory skills
  • Education of patients and staff related to patient care and patient safety
  • Education to patients and family at bi-monthly joint class
  • Clinical instructor experience

Timeline

Physical Therapist Manager

OASIS Hospital
01.2011 - Current

Physical Therapist

Arizona Heart Hospital
07.2008 - 12.2010

Physical Therapist-agency

K Force
04.2008 - 07.2008

Physical Therapist, Owner

Fearon And Roessler Physical Therapy
10.2005 - 07.2008

Physical Therapist, Owner

Roessler And Derosa Physical Therapy
01.1990 - 07.1993

Physical Therapist

Northern Arizona University
07.1986 - 07.1990

Various On-line And In-person Continued Education

Master of Arts - Exercise Science

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

Northern Arizona University

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