Tracy Tziortzis
Palatine,IL
Summary
Experienced physical therapist dedicated to maximizing quality of life through evidence-based treatment techniques. Currently practicing in a high school setting, working with students aged 14-22 with various complex diagnoses and disabilities. Provide best practice therapy in various settings and with multidisciplined complex diagnoses, program development, wheelchair seating and positioning evaluations and documentation. Brings 32 years of experience and licensure in diverse clinical settings, including pediatrics in school-based settings, inpatient and outpatient care, and treating a wide range of clients. Skilled clinician proficient in translating complex diagnoses into effective treatment regimens for both pediatric and adult populations. Committed caregiver focused on patient advocacy and a holistic approach to care. Multidisciplary leadership and student supervision experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Township District # 211
09.2015 - Current
- Providing physical therapy, therapy program development, IEP development, and supporting a team approach; while engaging with all team members, including students, parents/families, principals, teachers, other therapists/caregivers, administrative, legal, and support staff
- Students age range from 14 to 22, with developmental and chronic conditions
- Reporting to 6 buildings per a week
- Skilled in observing, documenting needs, and using research backed assessments, for wheelchair seating and positioning with vendors
- Skilled in observation and assessment of student areas for growth, utilizing research backed assessments; and in providing thorough documentation of functional status; and then providing skilled intervention; in order maximize mobility and function within the school, community and work settings.
- Educate students, family members and team regarding diagnosis, therapeutic treatments, and functional outcomes.
- Supervised clinical Physical Therapy Assistants during clinical rotations
Physical Therapist Resource Pool
SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITY LAB DAY REHABILITATION CENTER
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Treat and manage acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Summer position only
Physical Therpist Resource Pool
NSSEO Kirk Scool
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Short term summer contract position to provide IEP physical therapy minutes per the IEP with students age 14-22, with students with server chronic conditions
- Summer position only
Physical Therapist
EAST MAINE SCHOOL DISTRICT #63
09.2013 - 05.2015
- School based Physical Therapist supporting eight schools in the district
- Providing physical therapy, therapy program development, IEP development, and supporting a team approach while engaging with all team members, including students, parents/families, principals, teachers, other therapists/caregivers, administrative, legal, and support staff
- Students ages 3-14 with developmental and chronic conditions
Physical Therapist
MAINE TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOLS DISTRICT #207
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Short term contract position to provide IEP physical therapy minutes per the IEP with students age 14-22.
Physical Therapist
ALEXIAN BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER (ABMC)
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Physical Therapist working primarily in an outpatient setting with weekend inpatient coverage
- Diagnoses include: neurological (cerebrovascular accident (CVA), spinal cord injury (SCI), neurodevelopmental treatment (NDT), ALS, Parkinson's, MS, neuropathy and others), lymphedema, geriatrics, cardiac conditions, cancer, arthritis, and general orthopedics
- Providing manual and power wheelchair seating and positioning evaluations and documentation
- Utilizing creative treatment modalities such as NeuroCom for balance/vestibular training and research and functional training utilizing Kine-Assist Robot
- Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers.
- Providing home evaluations where appropriate
Inpatient Therapy Manager
SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITY LAB @ ABMC
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Managed daily workings of 80 clinicians in PT, OT, SLP, recreational therapy and social work teams; within the 50-60 bed inpatient rehabilitation unit, as well as managed the medical surgical site for 10 clinicians through managing budgets, clinical program development, and performance evaluations
- Transitioned inpatient rehabilitation services to PPS system of payment
- Advised the senior management Board to design new rehabilitation facility which currently houses a 66 bed inpatient rehab unit, day rehab and outpatient services
- Program development in areas of group therapy
- Stepped down from management to care for family needs
Interim Outpatient Therapy Manager
SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITY LAB @ ABMC
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Managed 50 clinicians on interim basis during management transitions; managed budgets, clinical team development, and performance evaluations.
Physical Therapist
ALEXIAN BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
01.1994 - 01.2001
- Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation including neurological, prosthetics, geriatrics and general orthopedics
- Clinical Facilitator (Lead PT) 1997-2001
- Program development: transitioning high level neurological and geriatric populations to community based exercise programs by supervising them in a fitness center
Physical Therapist
ROCKFORD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Inpatient rehabilitation including neurological, geriatrics and general orthopedics
- Program development using a team approach to community reintegration for clients with Traumatic Brain Injury.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine And Science
North Chicago, IL01.2001
BS in Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb, IL01.1993
Pre-Physical Therapy Track -
Lock Haven University Health Science Department
Lock Haven, PA01.1988
Skills
- School Based Physical therapy: treatment and programming for students with developmental and chronic conditions with students ages 3-22 years old; school based program development including dosing, prescription regulations, and co- treatment
- Sit on Assistive Technology Group for School District
- Wheelchair Seating and Positioning and documentation
- Skilled in School based pediatrics, Orthopedics including Total Joint replacements, SCI, Neurological and CVA, Geriatrics, Lymphedema Certification, Cancer, McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis, Orthotics and Prosthetic Treatment
- Student supervision for multiple years
- Lead PT in hospital and at school district multiple years
- JCAHO Compliance programming
- Multi-Disciplinary Managerial Experience
- One year home health experience 1998-1999
Timeline
Physical Therapist Resource Pool
SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITY LAB DAY REHABILITATION CENTER
06.2024 - 08.2024
Physical Therpist Resource Pool
NSSEO Kirk Scool
06.2023 - 07.2023
Physical Therapist
Township District # 211
09.2015 - Current
Physical Therapist
EAST MAINE SCHOOL DISTRICT #63
09.2013 - 05.2015
Physical Therapist
MAINE TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOLS DISTRICT #207
04.2013 - 06.2013
Physical Therapist
ALEXIAN BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER (ABMC)
01.2004 - 01.2013
Inpatient Therapy Manager
SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITY LAB @ ABMC
01.2002 - 01.2004
Interim Outpatient Therapy Manager
SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITY LAB @ ABMC
01.2001 - 01.2002
Physical Therapist
ALEXIAN BROTHERS MEDICAL CENTER REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
01.1994 - 01.2001
Physical Therapist
ROCKFORD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
01.1993 - 01.1994
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine And Science
BS in Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Northern Illinois University
Pre-Physical Therapy Track -
Lock Haven University Health Science Department
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