Vaiao Tuala
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Focused Physical Therapist committed to helping patients manage pain and injuries. Skillful in monitoring results and prescribing exercises for long-term health. Communicative and reliable professional well-versed in collaborating with practitioners and adhering to treatment instructions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Care Physical Therapy Supervisor
University of Davis Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
- Supervised a team of skilled therapists, ensuring high-quality care for patients with various physical conditions.
- Trained new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding policies and standards of care.
- Established clear communication channels between therapists, support staff, patients, and families to facilitate seamless coordination of care efforts.
- Provided physical therapy services in the inpatient setting.
Staff Physical Therapist
University of Davis Medical Center
04.2018 - 04.2022
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans, primarily in the Trauma/Surgical ICU.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and individualized treatment plans.
- Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Coordinated patient care with interdisciplinary team of medical professionals and specialists.
- Mentored new physical therapist graduates in clinical techniques and best practices, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional growth.
- Improved patient mobility with gait training, balance exercises, and functional movement retraining.
Per Diem Physical Therapist
California Rehabilitation Institute
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- Provided physical therapy services in the inpatient rehabilitation setting.
Contract physical therapist
Los Angeles County General Hospital
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Mentored new therapists in clinic operations, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
- Provided physical therapy services in the inpatient setting, specifically in the Trauma/Surgical ICU.
Staff physical therapist
California Pacific Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans in the inpatient and acute rehabilitation setting.
- Improved patient mobility with gait training, balance exercises, and functional movement retraining.
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
Contract physical therapist
Mills Peninsula Hospital
06.2014 - 12.2015
- Enhanced patient recovery by conducting thorough evaluations and setting realistic treatment goals in the acute care setting.
Contract physical therapist
California Pacific Medical Center
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans and goals to address individual patient needs in the inpatient rehabilitation setting.
- Improved patient mobility by designing and implementing personalized physical therapy programs.
Contract Physical Therapist
Antelope Valley Hospital
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans, hospital-wide in a Trauma Level II facility, to include orthopedic, neurologic, trauma and ICU-level patients.
Staff Physical Therapist
Community Regional Medical Center
10.2012 - 09.2013
- Provided physical therapy services in the inpatient setting, specifically in on the Trauma unit and Step-down ICU.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
Education
Master of Physical Therapy -
CSU Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2012
BS Biology -
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA03.2001
Skills
- Staff education and training
- Professional Communication
- Functional Mobility Training
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Progress Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Acute Care Physical Therapy Supervisor
University of Davis Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Staff Physical Therapist
University of Davis Medical Center
04.2018 - 04.2022
Per Diem Physical Therapist
California Rehabilitation Institute
01.2017 - 03.2018
Contract physical therapist
Los Angeles County General Hospital
01.2016 - 03.2018
Staff physical therapist
California Pacific Medical Center
01.2015 - 12.2015
Contract physical therapist
Mills Peninsula Hospital
06.2014 - 12.2015
Contract physical therapist
California Pacific Medical Center
01.2014 - 06.2014
Contract Physical Therapist
Antelope Valley Hospital
09.2013 - 12.2013
Staff Physical Therapist
Community Regional Medical Center
10.2012 - 09.2013
Master of Physical Therapy -
CSU Fresno
BS Biology -
Santa Clara University
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