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Wasaga Beach, ON
C O N T A C T P R O F I L E
S K I L L S
E D U C A T I O N
Mobility assessments W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
In-home rehabilitation programs
Patient evaluation
Taping and splinting techniques
Clinical Reasoning
Patient Education and Counseling
Rehabilitation Techniques
Manual Therapy Skills
Fitness and Health Promotion
Georgian College, Barrie, ON
2019-2020
Understand the structure and function of the
human body, including major organs, systems,
and how they relate to physical activity
Gain knowledge of exercise physiology,
biomechanics, and kinesiology to understand
how the body responds to physical activity and
exercise
Understand the legal and ethical
responsibilities associated with working,
including confidentiality, informed consent,
professional boundaries, and scope of practice
Physiotherapy Assistant
Arvan Rehab Group
Worked in two different LTCs Errinrung and Meaford LTC under the agency. Assist patients in performing therapeutic exercises and activities as directed by the physiotherapist.
Provide support during treatment sessions, including setting up equipment and preparing treatment areas.
Monitor and record patient progress, including range of motion, strength, and functional abilities.
Assist with the application of modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physiotherapist. Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay updated on best practices and advancements in the field of physiotherapy. Sep 2022- Jan 2024
Experienced Physiotherapy Assistant adept in long-term care (LTC) and clinical settings, proficient in therapeutic exercises, treatment setup, and patient progress monitoring. Effective communicator, providing empathetic support while upholding legal and ethical standards. Skilled in mobility assessments, patient evaluation, and rehabilitation techniques, including manual therapy and taping. Committed to evidence-based care and patient-centered approaches, seeking to contribute expertise to enhance patient well-being within a dynamic healthcare team. L A N G U A G E S
English
Hindi
Gujarati
N I R A L I P A T E L
R E S I D E N T P H Y S I O T H E R A P I S T
Physiotherapy Assistant
Lifemark Health and Wellness
Worked in two separate LTCs owned by the agency in Simcoe County Instruct patients in the proper use of assistive devices such as walkers, crutches, and wheelchairs
Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing encouragement and support throughout the rehabilitation process Adhere to legal and ethical standards in patient care, including maintaining patient confidentiality and respecting patient rights Frequently give encouragement and motivation to often poorly motivated and depressed patients and patients with severe communication, cognitive, memory, and behavioral problems.
Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily living activities.
Oct 2020- Aug 2022
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, GJ
2013-2018
Gain knowledge of exercise physiology,
biomechanics, and kinesiology to understand
how the body responds to physical activity and
exercise
Understand the legal and ethical
responsibilities associated with working,
including confidentiality, informed consent,
professional boundaries, and scope of practice
Learn how to conduct fitness assessments and
evaluations, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness,
muscular strength, and endurance