Dhivya Balaji
OTTAWA
Summary
Dedicated physiotherapist with over 4 years of clinical expertise, focused on facilitating patient recovery and improving community health outcomes. Currently pursuing enrollment in the Therapeutic Recreation program at Algonquin College to expand my skill set and serve diverse patient populations while promoting overall well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Placement
Active Life Rehab
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Observed and treated special population with chronic pain and history of concussion
- Gained experience dealing with injury mechanics, fitness assessment & advanced nutrition for special population such as youth, elderly, pregnant women’s and chronic pain management cases
Field Placement
Niagara College Athletics
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in identifying and testing athletes’ physical suitability to engage in a variety of sports as well as any potential risks for injury
- Assessed an individual’s physical fitness through fitness tests and assessments
- Provided information regarding methods to improve and maintain physical fitness
- Measured and recorded individuals’ bodily proportions, weight and body mass index
- Handled equipment to conduct fitness tests and assessments and deliver exercise programs
Clinical Physiotherapist
Dr. Vivek
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to understand their conditions and needs
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s requirements
- Conducted both group therapy sessions and individual care for the elderly population in need of rehabilitation
- Engaged in10+ community outreach programs to promote healthy living and injury prevention
- Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served.
Consultant physiotherapist
Dr. Preethi
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Treated a wide range of conditions, including pelvic pain, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and post-surgical rehabilitation following gynecological procedures
- Specialized in working with pregnant and postpartum women to manage physical changes and address common pregnancy-related conditions like diastasis recti and pelvic girdle pain
- Offered patient education on posture, body mechanics, and self-management
Physiotherapist
Dr. Prasanna PT
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Formulated treatment plans to address conditions and needs of patients.
- Provided patient with information, techniques and support to enhance development of motor skills.
- Participated in routine reviews with service coordinators to discuss progress.
- Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans
Education
Therapeutic Recreation -
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario08-2025
Exercise Science for Health and Performance -
Niagara College
Welland, Ontario04.2024
Master of Physiotherapy - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
VISTAS
Chennai, Tamil Nadu05.2021
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
VISTAS
Chennai, Tamil Nadu01.2017
Skills
- Exercise prescription
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Home exercise programs
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Chronic pain management
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Reliable time management
- Attention to detail
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
- Integrated accessibility standards regulation (IASR)
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Standard First Aid (SFA), Redcross
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level C, Redcross
- Concussion Awareness training tool (CATT)
- Mental Health First Aid, Niagara College
- Hearing Voices Simulation – Psychiatric Disability, Niagara College
- Pain Education Theory and Practice - (Embodya)
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: the missing link in persistent LBP? - (Embodya)
- Bio-Psycho-Social framework for overactive bladder syndrome - (Embodya)
- Solutions for movement impairments of neck & shoulder, lower leg – Kinetic control
- Pain education & Sacroiliac joint pain – Kinematics and clinical assessment
- Recent updates on Assessment & Management of Low Back Pain - Manual Therapy Approaches
- Mulligan Concept Course – Revival Institute of Manual Therapy
- The Annual Parekh Foot and Ankle Conference
- Apollo Life Savers program
- Workshop on Flexibility Training
Languages
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Field Placement
Active Life Rehab
01.2024 - 04.2024
Field Placement
Niagara College Athletics
09.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Physiotherapist
Dr. Vivek
10.2022 - 05.2023
Consultant physiotherapist
Dr. Preethi
08.2021 - 08.2022
Physiotherapist
Dr. Prasanna PT
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Integrated accessibility standards regulation (IASR)
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
- Standard First Aid (SFA), Redcross
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) level C, Redcross
- Concussion Awareness training tool (CATT)
- Mental Health First Aid, Niagara College
- Hearing Voices Simulation – Psychiatric Disability, Niagara College
- Pain Education Theory and Practice - (Embodya)
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction: the missing link in persistent LBP? - (Embodya)
- Bio-Psycho-Social framework for overactive bladder syndrome - (Embodya)
- Solutions for movement impairments of neck & shoulder, lower leg – Kinetic control
- Pain education & Sacroiliac joint pain – Kinematics and clinical assessment
- Recent updates on Assessment & Management of Low Back Pain - Manual Therapy Approaches
- Mulligan Concept Course – Revival Institute of Manual Therapy
- The Annual Parekh Foot and Ankle Conference
- Apollo Life Savers program
- Workshop on Flexibility Training
Therapeutic Recreation -
Algonquin College
Exercise Science for Health and Performance -
Niagara College
Master of Physiotherapy - Obstetrics & Gynaecology
VISTAS
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
VISTAS
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