Audrika Chowdhury
Summary
Motivated and compassionate soon-to-be entry-level physiotherapist with hands-on experience in manual therapy techniques, clinical reasoning, and patient-centered care. Proven ability to develop and implement individualized treatment programs, prescribe targeted therapeutic exercises, and manage charting and scheduling with accuracy and efficiency. Strong communication and collaborative mindset that facilitates interdisciplinary teamwork to optimize patient outcomes and continuity of care.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Physiotherapist
Providence Place Geriatric Assessment & Rehab Unit
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Daily responsibilities included chart reviews, assessing incoming clients, creating and adjusting treatment programs, working through created programs with clients, discharge planning, and rounds with the interdisciplinary team.
- Gained the skills and experience necessary to work with and rehab an older population with complex conditions and numerous comorbidities.
- Neurological, cardiorespiratory, and orthopaedic/musculoskeletal conditions were the main focus in this setting.
Student Physiotherapist
Saskatoon City Hospital
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Worked in a fast-paced and high-stress inpatient orthopaedic setting.
- Conducted initial post-op assessments of mobility, strength, and range of motion with cardiorespiratory considerations.
- Participated in discharge planning in a multidisciplinary team.
- Day-to-day tasks included chart reviews, mobilizing with patients, patient education, submitting equipment requisitions, and online charting.
- Gained the skills necessary to plan treatment sessions, carry out discharge planning, and mobilize patients post hip and knee replacements and fracture repairs.
Student Physiotherapist
Lifemark Physiotherapy
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted subjective assessments, assisted with UE scan, LE scan, and MMT evaluations.
- Treated with modalities such as ultrasound, low-level laser, heat, ice, and interferential current.
- Gained skills and experience in building client rapport and relationships, developing return-to-work programs, exercise prescription, and collaboration with fellow physical therapists.
2 Clinical Placements Pending, 08/2025 - 11/2025
TBD
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK11-2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology & Exericise Science
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06-2023
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Exercise prescription
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Manual Therapy
Relevant Work Experience
- 08/2018 - 08/2021, Kumon Math & Reading Centre - Educational Assistant
- 09/2022 - 09/2023, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Cashier
- 04/2025 - Present, Captive Marketing, Brand Ambassador
- 06/2025 - Present, Local Barre Fitness, Experience Team / Receptionist
Accomplishments
- Marj Braid Memorial Bursary (11/2024) - This award is created in memory and honour of Marjorie Mae Braid, a highly respected practicing physiotherapist who contributed extensively to the development of orthopaedic postgraduate continuing education for the benefit of physical therapists in the province, to provide financial assistance and to recognize students for outstanding academic achievement in the area of orthopedics in the School of Physical Therapy.
Certification
- 11/2024 - 11/2025 Basic Life Support (BLS) - Canadian Red Cross,
Affiliations
2025, SWITCH Clinic - Student Volunteer
- Assisted with event planning and information sessions regarding injury and exercise for individuals in the community
2025, North49 Physical Therapy, Shadowing
- Observed TMJ and vestibular physical therapy techniques and treatment planning
- Discussed clinical reasoning and patient cases with clinical physiotherapist
References
Lisa Benson - Clinical Physiotherapist at Providence Place
- lisa.benson@saskhealthauthority.ca, +1 (306)-631-7202
Travis Gibson - Clinical Physiotherapist at Saskatoon City Hospital
- travis.gibson@saskhealthauthority.ca, +1 (306)-270-1227
Timeline
Student Physiotherapist
Providence Place Geriatric Assessment & Rehab Unit
02.2025 - 04.2025
Student Physiotherapist
Saskatoon City Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
Student Physiotherapist
Lifemark Physiotherapy
04.2024 - 05.2024
2 Clinical Placements Pending, 08/2025 - 11/2025
TBD
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology & Exericise Science
University of Saskatchewan
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