David Weightman

**** ****** ****** ******, ********* B.C. V5W 3C8

p: 604-***-**** c: 604-***-**** e: abqco8@r.postjobfree.com

Project Manager, Physiotherapist, Leader

Experienced project manager and clinical physiotherapist with diversified abilities and demonstrated expertise in project management, case management and team leadership. Proven success in developing innovative programs and solutions in alignment with strategic goals and organizational objectives. Combined expertise in case management, instruction, multi disciplinary team leadership, and solid qualifications in physiotherapy practice.

Areas of expertise:

Professional Experience

Program Coordinator 2008-2009

Seniors Fall and Injury Prevention Initiative – Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH)Project management skills include project initiation, planning and design, budgeting, charter creation, execution, monitoring and evaluation. Project manager responsible for implementing fall prevention strategies and best practices for VCH Adult Day Care, Assisted Living sites and Strategies and Actions for Independent Living program (SAIL).Required thorough understanding and ability to present Ministry of Health initiatives to various stakeholders.Instructed on eldercare tools including Vision testing, Hip Protectors, Best practices in Fall Prevention, using Evidence-based Balance Screening/Assessment and Treatment strategies. Participated in creating and implementing strategic planning process.

Physiotherapist II 2004-2007

Evergreen Health Unit - Vancouver Coastal Health Authority

Wound Care and Orthopaedic Specialist in Ambulatory Care Clinic; Community TherapistsSupervising therapist on an interdisciplinary team managing chronic wounds. Included chronic wound assessment, treatment and instruction on new and innovative treatment technology. Orthopaedic specialist managing client’s comprehensive functional assessments and treatments of soft tissue injuries. Case management within an interdisciplinary health team. Included planning, developing, implementing and monitoring functional mobility programs to maximize independent living for the older adult population. Lead organizer and facilitator for annual Rehabilitation staff retreat.

Physiotherapist in Private Practice, Associate Marpole Physiotherapy, Vancouver B.C. 2005-2006 West 4th Physiotherapy, Vancouver B.C. 2001-2004City Sport and Physiotherapy at the YWCA, Vancouver B.C. 1998-2001Semiahmoo Physiotherapy Corporation, White Rock, B.C. 1996-1998

Managed large client caseload. Provided comprehensive one-on-one treatment including physical functional assessment and treatment emphasizing manual therapy, electrical modalities, exercise and education for aide in a variety of injuries. Managed small business including leasing, licensing, marketing, and billing. Marketed to local health related businesses, non-profit organizations and community centres & athletic clubs. Services included on-site treatments, demonstrations and educational in-services. Analysis and integration of functional capacity evaluation reports from Kinesiologists and other health professionals to formalize prognostic indicators. Medical legal reporting including liaising with lawyers regarding client progress, prognosis and cost negotiations.Liaised with third party payers (Insurance Companies, WCB and ICBC) regarding treatment plans, objectives, time-lines and return to work capabilities. Determined client’s long-term needs such as devices, braces and vocational rehabilitation. Supervised and provided performance appraisals of kinesiologist staff. Developed and Implemented ICBC approved Rehabilitation Program including creation of policy and procedure, managing negotiations with community facilities, creating liability (insurance waivers) and scheduling, educating and supporting professional staff regarding program goal and direction, scheduling and designing fee structure.

Physiotherapist - St. Joseph’s Health Centre, Sarnia, ON. 1992- 1996 Member of interdisciplinary stroke team providing neurological rehabilitation treatment. Supervised and provided performance appraisals of Rehabilitation Assistants and kinesiologists.Treating physiotherapist on neurological, chest, orthopaedics, and medical surgical ward.Primary Physiotherapy consultant in weekly Orthopaedic Surgeon clinic in Ambulatory Care.Team member in WCB Community Clinic program. Education Committee chair involving assessment of evidence based and best practices. Lead facilitator in Continuous Quality Improvement Projects involving synthesizing departmental brainstorming into key strategic objectives, assigning leads and timeframes.

Education

Masters of Health Leadership 2009

Royal Roads University, Victoria BC Vancouver Coastal Health Sponsored CandidatePublication : Strategies for Enhancing Job Satisfaction in Community Health (2009)

Bachelor of Science, Post Graduate degree in Physiotherapy 1992

McMaster University, Hamilton ON

Bachelor of Arts (Life Sciences) 1989

Queen’s University, Kingston ON

Certifications

Fall Proof Certified, 2009; Program Evaluation Certificate, 2009; Misericordia Vision Screening Tool Certified 2008; Vestibular Assessment, Dysfunctions and Treatment ( Dr. Nicole Acerra) 2008; Certified in Chronic Wound Management using Galvanic Stimulation, 2005; Part A Practical Credential (Canadian Physiotherapist Association), 2001.

Post Graduate Learning (1993-2001)

Upper Quadrant-Cervical Spine and Upper Limb Dysfunction; Muscle Energy Techniques; Lumber spine, pelvis and sacrum; V2V3 (Lumbosacral/Pelvis); Muscle Energy Techniques; Measurement of Outcome in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice; V2 Lumbosacral; Muscle Imbalance/Pain Syndrome: Level I; V2V3 (Cervicothoracic) ; Manual Assessment/treatment of Shoulder Girdle; E2E3(Lower Extremity); Latest Developments in Pain Management; Muscle Imbalance Workshop; E2E3 (Upper Extremity); Hydrotherapy; E1V1(Manual Therapy).

Career Development Initiatives

BC Injury Prevention Conference (2007, 2008); BC Fall and Injury Prevention Coalition member; CHNET member; Wound Management/Electrical Stimulation; Competent in PowerPoint, File Management, Paris Phase II; RAI/MDS Literate; QUIST database training; VCH Occupational Health and Safety for Supervisors and Managers; Literate in Patient Safety Learning System; Facilitator - Canadian Falls Prevention Curriculum; Surveys course (Judith Krajnak); The Council of Senior Citizens of British Columbia facilitator for Dr. Vicky Scott (2008); Universal Falls Precautions Presentation – Acute Care Richmond Hospital (2008).

Committee Involvement

Vancouver Coastal Health Authority 2004-2009BC Recreational & Parks Association Advisory Committee - Older Adult Resource Project Promoting Active Living Roll Out CommitteeEvergreen Selection Committee Member for, Adult Older Adult Manager. Skin and Wound Care Committee - Educator Evergreen Selection Committee for Clinical Coordinator Position.Physiotherapy Council Representative

Professional Memberships

Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia (member in good standing) 1996-present

Canadian Physiotherapy Association (member in good standing) 1993-present

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