Tammy Ruggieri
West Greenwich,RI
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist and Case Manager with a proven track record at South County Home Health, specializing in orthopedic rehabilitation and geriatric therapy. Expert in enhancing functional mobility and injury prevention through innovative treatments and comprehensive care plans. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring staff and fostering multidisciplinary collaborations for optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in EMR/EHR and case management, ensuring high-quality patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist/Clinical Case Manager
South County Home Health
04.2014 - Current
- Assessed home safety and functional mobility of patients after suffering a decline in their health status.
- Conducted an objective assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Administered therapeutic treatments to ease pain, facilitate post-op healing, address gait and balance deficits and to maximize safety with transfers and home exit.
- Supervised PTA and CNA staff when appropriate.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, therapeutic interventions and home safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Physical Therapist/Clinic Director
Lepre Physical Therapy
04.2007 - 04.2014
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Administered therapeutic treatments to ease pain and facilitate healing of injuries.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Supervised PTAs, clinical students, and office staff to ensure friendly and effective clinic flow.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies for long-term wellness and to reduce the risk of recurrence.
- Utilized advanced manual therapy techniques to alleviate pain in a variety of patient populations.
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Mentored new PTs, fostering a supportive learning environment and sharing clinical expertise.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in treatment approaches.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously enhance skills
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05-1998
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine / Athletic Training
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT05-1994
Skills
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Balance training and Gait Analysis
- Injury Prevention
- Geriatric Therapy
- Functional Mobility
- Joint and soft tissue mobilization
Timeline
Physical Therapist/Clinical Case Manager
South County Home Health
04.2014 - Current
Physical Therapist/Clinic Director
Lepre Physical Therapy
04.2007 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine / Athletic Training
University of Connecticut
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