Catherine A. Watson

#*-*** **** ***** **., London, Ont., N5Z 4J 9, 519-***-****, mailto:ado1h9@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position where my education, experience, leadership skills can help build and maintain the standard of excellence for your organization.

SKILLS

Posture, balance, movement, and function. Familiar with principles of rehabilitation, occupational therapy, developmental psychology, and functional development.

Strong in communication and customer service; able to establish and maintain trusting relations with a variety of people. An effective listener who exercises compassion and patience.

Highly skilled in administrative tasks, clerical procedures, documentation, and handling confidential information. Adept at maximizing productivity by prioritizing responsibilities with attention to detail.

Technical proficiency in data entry, keyboarding, computers, and software including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Capacity to meet the daily physical demands of walking, standing, lifting, twisting, and bending.

Certificates in First Aid Certificate and CPR.

Proficient in Medical Terminology, Physiotherapy Assistant Administration and Program Support skills

Provide excellent service in Physiotherapy Assistant Therapeutic and Basic Patient Care Technique skills

Proficient in Human Anatomy & Physiology, Mental Health, Illness & Disability and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention skills

Provide client-centred treatment for assigned patients using various modalities, including active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, massage, heat, light, sound, water, and electrical treatments such as ultrasound.

Administer physical therapy treatments to help patients cope with limitations in movement, daily functioning, and activity. Work under the direction of and as assistant to licensed physiotherapists.

Assist physiotherapists with patient care including walking, transfers, exercise, safe mobility, and other duties as requested. Serve as a liaison between patients and physiotherapy staff.

Measure patient's range-of-joint motion, body parts, and vital signs for evaluations or to determine effects of treatments.

Fit and train patients for use of orthopaedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices.

Implement components of treatment plans as directed by the physiotherapist and assist in conducting group activities / exercise programs.

Provide information to appropriate team members regarding patient's performance, monitor and report changes in health status. Offer education and support to address patient’s physical, emotional, and self-care needs as assigned.

Clean and organize work area, disinfect equipment after treatment, and maintain treatment supplies.

Perform clerical duties such as taking inventory and completing forms.

Equipment knowledge includes Automated External Defibrillator, wheelchair supplies, and seating.

EXPERIENCE

Rehabilitation Therapist, V.O.N Canada Oct. 2019- Present Physiotherapist Assistant., Neuphysio Rehabilitation Centre, London, Ont. 2015 - 2019

Chiropractic Assistant, C.A.R.E Chiropractic Clinic/ P.E.A.K. Mobility, London, Ont. 2015

Observational Care Worker- Bayshore Health, London, Ont. 2013

Physiotherapist Assistant-PT Health, Elgin Manor Nursing Home, Elgin County 2011-2012

EDUCATION

Neurorehabilitation/ABI, Level 1 Diploma, Ontario Brain Injury Association, Brock University 2019 Occupational Therapy Assistant Diploma, Trios College, London, Ont. 2014

Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma, Trios College, London, Ont. 2010

CERTIFICATES/ INTERNSHIP

First Aid & C.P.R. Level C & A.E.D. Jan. 2021 Gentle Persuasion Certification 2011 Parkinson’s Certification 2001

Snoezelen Room-Sensory Integration 2010

VOLUNTEER

Event Staff, Prusty4kids, The Brandon Prust Foundation 2018 - Present

References Available Upon Request

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