Medical Occupational Therapist
Resume:
Physiotherapist (Neurological Specialist)
PERSONAL SUMMARY
A highly motivated, confident individual with exceptional multi-tasking and organisational
skills. Able to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and carers to maximise
the rehabilitation of patients and to ensure understanding of often complex clinical issues
impacting on recovery. Excellent client facing skills and the ability to work closely with other
health care professionals to assess patients’ needs and devise suitable treatment plans for
them.
Ready and qualified for the next stage in my career and aims to associate with a progressive
organization that provides me opportunity to enhance my skills & knowledge in accordance
to the latest trends & significantly contributing as a physiotherapist in the society.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Neurological conditions, patient care, Neuromusculoskeletal conditions, Cognitive
Rehabilitation therapy, Paediatric conditions, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Bobath
Therapy.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
MSc Applying physiotherapy in Neuromusculoskeletal Sep 2011- Sep 2013, SHEFFIELD
HALLAM UNIVERSITY, SHEFFIELD, UNITED KINGDOM
Bachelors in Physiotherapy (BPT) Sep 2005- June2010, Institute of Medical Sciences
DAVV University Indore INDIA
Higher Secondary School: March 2005, Montfort School, Roorkee, INDIA.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sheffield Hallam Physiotherapy Department, Neuro Clinics May 2012-Aug 2012 : Volunteering
Providing high standard of physiotherapy services to patients . Organising & prioritising
own workload & delegating responsibilities accordingly.
D uties: performed advance physiotherapeutic assessment and t reatment of
patients with variety of Neurological conditions including Stroke, Mul tiple
Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Inju ry, Parkinsonism, cerebral palsy etc.
C linical diagnosis and to provide individualized t reatment program,
maintaining own records as an autonomous practitioner. Negotiating & setting
appropriate, realistic and individualized therapy goals in partnership with
patient, carer and colleagues.
To take r isk assessment and ensure the health & safety of patient and staff
d uring the therapy .
Completing assessment forms, wri ting comprehensive patient t reatment records,
recording statistics & completing work in t imescale.
Teaching and discussions via power point presentation & case studies among the peers & BSc
students.
Physiotherapy Clinic, U.P, INDIA: Jan 2011- Aug 2011
Duties: Providing a high standard of physiotherapy service to patients.
Organizing & prioritizing own workload & delegating responsibilities accordingly.
Ensuring that equipment used in carrying out physiotherapy duties is safe.
Evaluating, planning and delivering care plans in response to complex needs. Based in
various clinical settings i.e. neuro-rehab, community, wheelchairs.
Implementing relevant standards and policies
Involved in a patients pre-admission and follow-up care
Prioritizing urgent referrals and emergency cases
Working with respiratory, orthopedic, acute neurological and multi-pathology patients
Sri Aurobindo I nstitute of Medical Sciences Hospital, Bhand r i Groups of
H ospita ls I N DORE, I N D IA: July 2010- J an 2011.
Completed six months Rotatory Internship in multiple departments, ICUs, IPD & OPD.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Experience of dealing with emotional and stressful situations
Well developed communications skills through interaction with people of different ethnicity
& culture.
Ability to establish positive relationship with patients, medical professional staff
Can motivate others through effective communication skills
Strong ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnosis and
treatment in a manner easily demonstrated to the client & peers
Sound knowledge of clinical Guidelines set by IAP, CSP, HPC, and WCPT
Ability to work independently in busy environment
Highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and palpation skills for assessment
Knowledge of Clinical governance and applying critical reflective skills with Evidence based
practice.
Profound ability to safety lift and handling patients
Fully aware of fire, health & safety and other departmental policies
Flexibility to work weekends on rotational basis
Computer skills : MS word, PowerPoint, java scripts, excel etc.
ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
Completed my MSc dissertation - A Qualitative study exploring UK Graduate Neuro-
Physiotherapist & Cognitive Rehabilitation application in Patient Management
Exploring the Application of Biopsychological approach, Cognitive & perceptual Models and
application of Cognitive Behavioural therapy by UK Neuro-physiotherapist and Neuro-
occupational Therapist in their practice
I have demonstrated my competencies & knowledge through practical & theoretical settings
receiving impressive grades in all modules.
I have sufficient knowledge of clinical governance and aim to use evidence and critical
reflection in devising patient treatment plan.
I have good knowledge of Research methods studies & statistics and their application in
terms of contemporary Physiotherapy Practice.
CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Cognitive & Perceptual Process Models, Aug 2012, Sheffield Hallam University
Done extra module attended with Neuro-Occupational therapist to develop a Inter-
professional learning skills and to apply the concepts of treatment in Neurophysiotherapy
Practice.
Fellowship in Orthopedic Rehabilitation Med varsity, Apollo Hospitals group, Hyderabad,
India. (Nov 2010- May 2011).
Developed strong ability & clinical skills to critically evaluate and asses variety of orthopedic
conditions and to effectively devise individualized physiotherapy management plan.
Neurodyanamics workshop, “Complete solution of spinal disorders under
Neuromusculoskeletal manual concept Approach. Indore, India, 11-12th sep 2010 gained 2
Credits with 20 hours hands on practice.
Neurodevelopmental Techniques and Propioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation 3 days
workshop, Indore, India, 19, 20, 21th june 2008 at Indore institute of medical sciences.
PERSONAL DETAILS
Miss Anushka Saxena
B-506 Multistory Government Appartments,
Kasturba Gandhi Marg
New Delhi 110001.
INDIA
EMAIL ID: ******.*********@*****.***
Nationality: Indian
Driving License: Yes
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