OSCAR R. RAGASA

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Physical Therapy; Pediatric Physiotherapist; Geriatric Physiotherapist

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position that would offer opportunities for professional growth by using effectively the knowledge, abilities, and skills gained through education and experience.

PROFILE

I have a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Our Lady of Fatima University, Philippines and amassed more than 25 years of experience in Physical Therapy. My extensive experience and expertise make me the ideal candidate as a Physical Therapist in your good facility. My professional scope of practice consists of patient and client management which includes diagnosis and prognosis, to optimize physical function, movement, performance, health, quality of life, and well- being across the lifespan.

CASES HANDLED:

Arthritic Conditions, Upper and Lower Extremity Disorders, Spinal Deformities/Disorders, Cerebrovascular Accident, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, Degenerative Disorders, Cranial / Peripheral Nerve Disorders, and Cerebral Palsy

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Knowledgeable in handling the following equipment or machines: cervical and lumbar traction, ultrasound, hydrocollator steam packs, jobst intermittent compression unit, paraffin wax bath, infrared radiation apparatus, TENS unit, ES/FES unit, LASER apparatus, cycle ergometer, free weights, TheraBand, parallel bars, pulleys, proprioception board, wand, treadmill, interferential/Russian current machine, gym machines, pulsed magnetic field therapy and SWD Knowledgeable in rehabilitation techniques such as Bobath, Proprioceptive, Neuromuscular Facilitation and Neurodevelopmental Techniques and also ambulatory training techniques.

SUMMARY

Does Physical Therapy assessment, differential diagnosis and prescribes individualized management with wide variety of knowledge in the use of several Physical Therapy apparatuses.

Worked with patients with Medicare, GHI, UHC, AETNA, Oxford, NF, WC and other major insurances.

Handled 2 or 3 clients in an hour and performed one-on-one PT treatments.

Client-care focused and experienced dealing with the elderly and people with medical disabilities.

Friendly, hardworking, organized, honest, understanding, patient, capable of working in a multicultural environment.

Always deal with individuals on a professional level.

Computer and internet literate with accurate keyboarding skills.

Fluent in Tagalog and English.

Some knowledge in the Hispanic language relating to exercises and instructions.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Physical Therapist- Hillside Manor Rehabilitation and Extended Care Facility- New York, USA 2010- Present

Involves with instruction and therapy, including ultrasound, massage, stimulation tools and balance coordination.

Facilitates treatment of residents pertaining to therapeutic exercises, bed mobility, transfers and ambulation training.

Participates in the screening of new residents for treatment eligibility.

Writes daily and progress SOAP notes

Confers with physical therapy staff and others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment.

Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses and supportive devices, adjusting fit as needed.

Visiting Lecturer- Brock School of Cabuyao, INC.- Hong Kong April 2019- December 2019

Handles, Facilitates and Teaches special classes for a specific subject such as English and Science to aid in enhancing the students’ knowledge.

Functions as an official academic advisor, counseling students about course, academic sequence, and program selections.

Contributes to the development, planning and implementation of a high-quality education.

Assists in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement and attendance.

Physical Therapist- Nys Veterans Home @ St. Albans- New York, USA 2009- 2010

Facilitated treatment of residents pertaining to therapeutic exercises, bed mobility, transfers and ambulation training.

Participates in the screening of new residents for treatment eligibility.

Writes daily and progress SOAP notes.

Physical Therapist- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation- New York, USA 2008-2009

Performed initial and re-evaluation of new and old patients referred to the clinic.

Instructs patients on home exercise program.

Educates patients regarding anatomy and some physiology related to the chief complaint and associated symptoms.

Explains the rationale of physical therapy treatments and procedures to the patients.

Applies hydrotherapeutic and electrotherapeutic agents to the chief complaint in order to decrease pain and inflammation.

Applies manual therapy to the chief complaint in order to increase soft tissue extensibility and improve joint mobility.

Performed therapeutic exercises to the patient in order to increase soft tissue flexibility and muscle strength, performed work, home and activities of daily living (ADL) related.

Stimulates exercises to prepare patient to real life challenges, introduced and assigned patients in using gym machines to help and prepare them to become physically fit.

Writes progress notes and discharge summary, communicated with referring doctor and insurance providers regarding patient’s progress.

Physical Therapy- Morris Park Physical Therapy Services- New York, USA 2006- 2008

Assesses Physical Therapy requirements of individual patients.

Implements plan of treatment using skilled techniques.

Provides written reports and notes regarding clinical findings for individual patients

Maintains progress reports on patients.

Maintains knowledge of current developments and new techniques applicable to practice of physical therapy.

Instructs patients and families in specific Physical Therapy technique.

Participates with inter-departmental education programs.

Adheres to the required quality assurance standards in the performance of work duties.

Responsible for maintenance of equipment and stock control of supplies.

Junior Physical Therapy - Fort Bonifacio General Hospital- Fort Bonifacio Camp, Makati City, Philippines

1996-2000

Handles, Facilitates and Teaches Physical Therapy interns for a specific topic to aid in enhancing their knowledge.

Performs Physical Therapy assessment of clients or uses assessment charts, does incoming, outgoing, progress notes and discharge summary, delivers manual therapy such as stretching, peripheral and spinal joint mobilization, muscle energy techniques, resistive exercises and specific to different musculoskeletal conditions of specific body parts.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Our Lady of Fatima University, Quezon City, Philippines

1989-1995

DEVELOPOMENTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

University of the State of New York, Office of the Professions

MEMBERSHIPS & CERTIFICATIONS

Certificate of Appreciation Our Lady of Fatima University College of Physical Therapy

Certificate of Attendance Our Lady of Fatima University College of Physical Therapy

Shriners International/

Ancient Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine.

American Physical Therapy Association

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Nationality: American

Languages: Fluent in Tagalog, and English

Civil Status: Divorced

Date of birth: January 12, 1972

Eligibility: Registered Physical Therapist

Physical therapy NY state board

Home Address: 4066 Ithaca St., Apt 2L Elmhurst, New York, USA 11373

TIN No.: 203-537-768

REFERENCES

Available on request

I hereby certify that the above information is true to the best of my knowledge. All supporting documents and credentials may be made available as may be required.

OSCAR R. RAGASA

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