Gavin Foster
Tillsonburg
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a proven track record in effectively supporting physiotherapy treatments and providing exceptional patient care. Recognized for a collaborative approach and a strong ability to achieve positive outcomes in patient recovery. Reliable team member adept at adapting to changing needs and ensuring consistent delivery of compassionate care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapy Assistant
Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided hands-on assistance to patients during exercises, ensuring safety and proper technique at all times.
- Coordinated appointment schedules with patients and therapists alike, contributing to efficient clinic operations.
- Managed inventory of therapy equipment, ensuring a clean and well-stocked environment for optimal patient care.
- Worked closely alongside primary physiotherapists, taking detailed notes on their findings during evaluations for further input into patient treatment plans.
- Supported physiotherapists during assessments and evaluations, ensuring comprehensive data collection for effective treatment planning.
- Assisted in the rehabilitation process for post-surgery patients, promoting faster recovery times and improved functionality.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics to prevent injuries and promote optimal functioning.
Physiotherapy Assistant
Lifemark Physiotherapy
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed inventory of therapy equipment, ensuring a clean and well-stocked environment for optimal patient care.
- Coordinated appointment schedules with patients and therapists alike, contributing to efficient clinic operations.
- Provided hands-on assistance to patients during exercises, ensuring safety and proper technique at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, allowing for informed adjustments to treatment plans as necessary.
- Improved patient mobility by designing and implementing tailored exercise programs.
Physiotherapy Assistant
Crescent Care
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Supported physiotherapists during assessments and evaluations, ensuring comprehensive data collection for effective treatment planning.
- Worked closely alongside primary physiotherapists, taking detailed notes on their findings during evaluations for further input into patient treatment plans.
- Managed inventory of therapy equipment, ensuring a clean and well-stocked environment for optimal patient care.
- Instructing exercise classes with residents.
Education
Ontario College Diploma - Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist Assistant
Fanshawe College
London, Ontario07-2024
High School Diploma -
Glendale High School
Tillsonburg, ON06-2021
Skills
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Balance and coordination development
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Range of motion improvement
- Adaptive equipment utilization
- Strength and conditioning principles
Certification
- Certified First Aid and CPR/AED Level C (Oct 2022)
- Certified Basic Life Support (HCP) (Oct 2023)
- WHMIS Certification (Oct 2023)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (Oct 2023)
- Workers Health and Safety Awareness in 4 steps (Oct 2023)
Languages
English
Accomplishments
Deans Honour Roll
Timeline
Physiotherapy Assistant
Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2024
Physiotherapy Assistant
Lifemark Physiotherapy
10.2023 - 12.2023
Physiotherapy Assistant
Crescent Care
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Certified First Aid and CPR/AED Level C (Oct 2022)
- Certified Basic Life Support (HCP) (Oct 2023)
- WHMIS Certification (Oct 2023)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (Oct 2023)
- Workers Health and Safety Awareness in 4 steps (Oct 2023)
Ontario College Diploma - Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist Assistant
Fanshawe College
High School Diploma -
Glendale High School
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