NATASHA SHAJAHAN BPT.MBA.
Cell no: 009***********
ABUDHABI
Email: *************@*****.***
A highly confident, diligent, enthusiastic individual with exceptional multi-tasking skills and professionalism. Able to interact effectively by establishing rapport with patients quickly by building trust and dedicated to provide exceptional care to maximize the rehabilitation of patients in orthopaedic, neurologic, cardiothoracic, paediatric based settings combined with insightful understanding of often complex clinical issues impacting on recovery. Excellent client facing skills equipped with distinctive ability to deal with all type of personalities in a highly stressful and challenging environment even in diverse background and the ability to work closely with other health care professionals to assess a patients needs and implement suitable treatment plans for them.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Pursue a career in physiotherapy to expand my knowledge and experience with a multinational environment. I am interested in skill perfection by gaining access to state of the art equipment, new opportunities and latest developments in the area.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PHYSIOTHERAPIST 13/09/2014 till date
NMC HOSPITAL
ABUDHABI
PHYSIOTHERAPIST 06/01/2013 to 08/01/2014
CENTRE FOR PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION
Clinical practice with well-equipped modalities increased the chance of assessing various orthopaedic and neurological conditions, confirming the diagnosis by discussing with the orthopaedists and general doctors.
Using a specified protocol conducting a treatment plan, weekly sessions and follow up was strictly done.
Assessment charts where documented clearly for future references. Exercise Therapy was given priority together with evidence based practice was promoted.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST 17/04/2010 to 26/02/2012
SK MULTISPECIALTY HOSPITAL (www.skhospitals.com)
Planning of physical treatment program prescribed by physical medicine physician for each patient including; electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, thermal therapy, manual therapy, therapeutic kinesiology, etc.
Assists the patient with his/her individual cognitive, perceptual and physical programs
Apply prognostic function ability tests such as muscle, joints, pain scale, strength, flexibility, mobility, balance, coordination, breathing and other motor skills etc.
Directs and aids patients in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation and functional training using
pulleys, weights, steps and inclined surfaces, whirlpool and contrast bath.
Follows the medical precautions for each individual patient as instructed by the Physical medicine physician
Maintains patient’s progress notes, evaluates records and reports on patient’s progress for review
Manages and operates equipment safely and carefully while complying with policies and procedures regarding department operations, fire, safety, and infection control
Participates in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care needs
Advises patients concerning therapeutic procedures to be continued on their own, teaching and Consults with and refers patients to the Physical Medicine physician if additional medical treatment is determined necessary
Manages files, patient charts and all required medical and hospital records as needed
Performs all other additional assignments as requested by the Department Head
Executed various managerial skills in hospital administration in various departments like Medical Records Department, Finance department, Human Resource and Marketing.
Patient and customer satisfaction by excelling in problem solving skills and hospitality.
INTERNSHIP
SREE CHITRA TIRUNAL INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
( www.sctimst.ac.in). Where patient assessment, evaluation, treatment protocol including both diagnostic and therapeutic was encouraged with assistance for the patient’s full satisfaction.
SREE UTHRADOM THIRUNAL HOSPITAL ( www.sutroyalhospital.com). Good exposure to various orthopaedic conditions like Osteosarcoma, Rotator cuff injuries, ACL injury, Osteoarthritis, Shoulder and hip dislocation and surgical procedures like Total Knee Replacement, Hemiarthroplasty, Hip Replacement pre and post treatment protocols initiated a good approach to the patients.
Projects
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS : A chronic demyelinating disease affecting the Central Nervous System presenting paralysis with the Charcot’s triad – Intentional Tremor, Scanning Speech and Nystagmus.
LOW BACK ACHE: A very common human phenomenon which can be due to Congenital, Inflammatory, Neoplastic, Traumatic, Degenerative, Metabolic and miscellaneous etiology. Therapeutic and Diagnostic measures are advised.
ADDITIONAL SKILS
Proficiency in handling orthotic, therapeutic, assistive or adaptive equipment and techniques.
Highly developed physical skills, dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills for assessment and manual treatment of patients. Good communication skills, including listening, negotiating skills, communication of ideas and ability to provide advice and teaching to other health professionals.
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills, including ability to provide empathic emotional support to patients.
Computer Skills: Basic MS Office
Language Skills: Good spoken and written English, Hindi, Arabic (Basic).
EDUCATION
Master’s in Health Care Service (MBA) from Sikkim Manipal University (DE) 2010-2012.
Bachelor in Physiotherapy (B.P.T) from School Of Medical Education 2004-2009
LICENCE AND REGISTRATION
Member of World Confederation of Physical Therapy, Indian Association Physiotherapy
Life Member of I.A.P (Indian Association of Physiotherapist ) Registration no: L-29167
Eligibility certificate from HAAD- GT18057, Dubai Visa
WORKSHOPS/SYMPOSIUMS ATTENDED
Changing trends in Respiratory Physiotherapy.
Workshop on Myofascial Therapy organized by Myofascial research foundation.
CME on “The Role of Physiotherapy in Gynaecological and Paediatric Rehabilitation conducted in Gokulam Medical College Trivandrum.
Workshop on Manual Therapy for spine including Neurodynamics.
National Campaign on Yoga and Naturopathy for Holistic Health.
Conference done on Robotics in Orthopaedics. (ARAB HEALTH )
PERSONAL DETAILS
Name : Natasha Shajahan
DOB : 21/02/1985
Nationality : Indian
Visa status : Residence visa ( transferable)