Rajashree Karvey *** N ***th ST Seattle WA ***** Resume

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Rajashree Karvey

Licensed Physical Therapist with over eight years’ experience providing direct patient care to individuals with physical disabilities and functional limitations. Objective: To obtain a Physical Therapist position that will allow me to utilize my skills and work with diverse patient populations while continuing to develop my clinical expertise. My ideal employer is a healthcare organization that is a leader in its field and who will provide me with the career challenges and professional opportunities that allow me to reach the pinnacle of my profession. Strengths Therapy Program Design Geriatric Care Critical Care Physical Therapy Treatments Post-Surgical orthopedic, neuro Rehabilitation

Exercise Prescription and

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Orthotics and Prosthetics Ergonomics / Injury Prevention Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Delegation and Supervision Adaptive Equipment Prescription Manual Therapy Career Summary

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Patient-focused, dedicated Licensed Physical Therapist with a background and training in physical therapeutic care, patient support and rehabilitative services, solid credentials that include dual state licensure Washington (License no.60441351), BLS/CPR/Kinesiotaping/ACP electrical modalities certifications. Initiate, ensure and maintain a quality-focused holistic medical environment to improve quality. Committed to team dynamics while also working well independently to support positive clinical outcomes in a patient-centered environment. Team leader with ability to make patients feel at ease, improving recovery rates. Great skill in performing a range of manual physical therapy techniques for patients. Excellent communication and computer skills(CASAMBA/ROX) Proficient in sound clinical judgment while serving as a role model of compassion, trustworthiness and care. Possess expertise in orthopedic, neuromuscular, cardiovascular and post-surgical cases. Professional Experience:

Physical Therapist – Consonus Rehab, Portland, OR Aug 2016-Present Lead Physical Therapist – Judson Park, Des Moines, WA Aug 2016 17 months

● Provided physical therapy services for a 150-bed, subacute, long term, assisted living and independent living facility. Assessed patients' rehabilitative needs and developed patient plan of care and treatment goals for medically complex patients. Supervised PT assistants in therapy interpretation of assessments and treatments.

● Restored function for patients and prevented/lessened disabilities following disease or profound injury (including amputations, traumatic brain injury, stroke, GBS, MS including amyloid angiopathy, elective orthopedic and neuro surgeries).

● Developed customized plan of care to facilitate safe discharge of patient to a lower level of care as required due to changing insurance needs by providing electrical modalities and therapeutic exercise programs encompassing active and passive ranges of motion, muscle and neuro reeducation, dynamic balance re-training, gait training, biofeedback

/compensatory strategies to improve functional mobility as tolerated to enhance quality of life.

● Performed home evaluations to recommend appropriate modifications to decrease fall risk, improve functional outcome.

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● Conducted inservices with PTA, nursing to improve effective communication and efficiency for optimal patient care, prevent falls.

● Detailed assessments of positioning and prescription of adaptive equipment not limiting to wheelchair, w/c accessory parts, cushions, walkers, canes during rehabilitation and prior to discharge for successful outcomes.

● Instructed patients in the safe and effective use of pulleys, weights, inclined surfaces and other equipment prescribed for their treatment, helped patients adapt to the use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic/orthotic devices.

● Performed diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, ligament tears nerve, joint and functional abilities.

● Developed multiple restorative programs and trained nurses, CNAs to ensure maintenance of strength, prevent contracture by orthotic management, balance gains achieved with PT services, prevent deconditioning for long term patients.

● Excelled in ability to customize/adapt conventional PT techniques to meet the special needs of individual patients

● Provided comprehensive education, caregiver training for family members of patients prior to discharge to ensure safety, continued excellent care for the patient.

● Attended patients’ care conference with nursing, other disciplines and social services to discuss patients’ progress, expected outcome, projected therapy duration and effective discharge planning. Maintained ongoing effective communication with all disciplines to ensure best outcomes.

● Managed a high-volume caseload with effective time management.

● Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality, compassionate care helping patients to maximize their success and live within the limits of their capabilities. Physical Therapist – Jackson Therapy Partners, Orlando, FL 2014-Present

Lead Physical Therapist – Avamere at Pacific Ridge, Tacaoma, WA June 2016 2 months

● Provide physical therapy services for a 100-bed, subacute and long term skilled nursing facility for geropsych and dementia, screening patients for rehabilitation, reviewing physician's orders, assessing and developing customized plan of care for neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular conditions and post-operative care.

● Modified complex therapy interventions incorporating it into basic ADLs and functional movements with 1 step commands for best outcomes.

● Assessment of positioning, wheelchair management and prescription of accessories for personal wheelchair to meet individual patient's medical and functional long term needs and recommended appropriate assistive device.

Lead Physical Therapist – Fir lane health and rehabilitation, Shelton, WA Mar 2016 2 months

● Provide physical therapy services for a 100-bed, subacute and long term skilled nursing facility, screening patients for rehabilitation, reviewing physician's orders, assessing and developing customized plan of care for neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular conditions and post-operative care.

● Provide outpatient therapy services including exercise prescription, manual therapy, soft tissue massage, standardized testing for post-surgical cases.

● Perform diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate integumentary system, muscle, nerve, functional abilities.

● Supervised PT assistants in all physical-rehabilitation-therapy treatments.

Lead Physical Therapist - Montesano health and rehabilitation, Montesano, WA Aug 2015 7 months

● Provide physical therapy services for a 100-bed, subacute and long term skilled nursing facility, screening patients for rehabilitation, reviewing physician's orders, assessing and developing customized plan of care for neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular conditions and post-operative care.

● Provide outpatient therapy services including exercise prescription, manual therapy, soft tissue massage, standardized testing for post-surgical cases I.e., shoulder replacement, kyphoplasty, laminectomy, hip and knee replacements, post fracture cases, arthritis, back pain.

● Patient training for Effective fall recovery techniques tailored to suit different medical and surgical conditions.

● Supervised PT assistants in all physical-rehabilitation-therapy treatment.

Primary Physical Therapist - Life Care Center, Port Townsend, WA Dec 2014 7 months 2 REFERENCES AND FURTHER DATA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

● As the primary Physical therapist, performed sub-acute rehabilitation for inpatient and outpatient geriatric population with complex behaviors and diagnosis namely total hip replacement, total knee replacement, complex back surgeries, CABG, failure to thrive, COPD, Stroke, Multiple sclerosis, age ranging from 55-93 years.

● Broadened my knowledge base on orthotics for various medical conditions and prosthetics.

● Consistently maintained productivity above 85% according to facility policies while also delegating tasks and supervising, teaching PTAs effectively. Screened patients for rehabilitation and evaluated patients and established appropriate treatment goals and programs. Provided ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals.

● Modified treatment program for timely progression. Developed comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.

● Coordinate treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, and available community resources. Attend appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination with OTs, SLPs and rehab manager.

● Provided education to include development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe effective discharge. Adapted conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the needs of patients unable to comprehend verbal commands or voluntarily carry out a regime of therapeutic exercises; educate parents and family members. Performed patient discharge duties inclusive of recommending necessary equipment for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care. Volunteer and Observer – Seattle, WA 2013-2014

PT Volunteer Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, Seattle, WA Dec 2013 7 mon

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● Skillfully performed a wide range of physical therapy support and care for rehabilitation of cancer patients.

● worked with four different PT’s throughout my experience taking part in implementing designed programs as well as participating in an exercise class with a PT, other duties being limb measurement for compression garments, monitoring vitals pre and post exercises.

PT Observer and Volunteer Sound Physical therapy, Seattle, WA Aug 2014 2 months 3 REFERENCES AND FURTHER DATA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

● Observed multitude of skilled physical therapy treatment techniques for a variety of patient conditions/diagnosis.

● There was a mix between sports based clients and regular outpatient orthopedic patients that I was able to work with. I was encouraged to creatively design exercise prescriptions based off of a patient’s condition, which lead to unique modifications in treatment techniques, was able to observe four PT Sports specialists during my time here. Lead Physical Therapist – Mumbai, India 2007-2012

Lead Physical Therapist - BREACH CANDY HOSPITAL TRUST, Mumbai, India Jan 2012 65 Months

● Effectively completed various physical therapy services for patients with a vast range of issues – working to restore physical functions and prevent and / or lessen disabilities due to disease or serious injury.

● Utilized multiple relevant expertise – including rehabilitation for degenerative and post-surgical orthopedic cases, liposuction, post-surgical pulmonary, cardiovascular and cancer cases.

● Accurately planned, devised and administered treatments, modalities and therapeutic exercise programs to aid patients – including active / passive ranges of motion, muscle reeducation, massage and heat / water / ice / traction / electrical / light stimulation.

● Aided patients in the use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and orthotic devices.

● Performed administrative duties including: documentation of patient visits, daily, monthly and yearly statistics; short- and long-term goals of department.

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Bachelor in Physical Therapy

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Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Conditions, Neurological Conditions, Chest Medicine, Community Health, Orthopedics, Surgery, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Medicine, Pharmacology, Psychology.

Pediatrics (sound knowledge of genetic, neurological and musculoskeletal disorders and related motor and sensory skills problems in affected children along with designing and providing physical therapy programs, home exercise programs and parent education tailored for individual case). 4 REFERENCES AND FURTHER DATA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST C

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Retrospective Study of Various Factors Contributing to the Development of Trapezius Spasm” (Dissertation for Bachelor of Physiotherapy) – “Comparative Study of Strong Surged Faradic Current (SSF) and Laser Therapy on Trapezius Spasm” (Dissertation for Internship program at Seth G.S.).

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AHA BLS / CPR Certified Physical Therapist.

Kinesiotaping for Upper, lower extremities and spine. Manual therapy skills related to peripheral joints and spine (completed in India). ACP E-stimulation CE course completed for Upper and Lower extremities for various musculoskeletal, neurological and circulatory conditions. Stand strong balance training CEU course completed. 5 REFERENCES AND FURTHER DATA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST R

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