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Helly Patel

London,ON

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Worker

Community Living London
London, Ontario
05.2023 - Current
  • Engaged clients in meaningful conversations about their interests and hobbies.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with people to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages..
  • Created a positive atmosphere that promoted comfort while also encouraging independence.
  • Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
  • Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
  • Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
  • Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
  • Participated in staff meetings discussing cases and sharing best practices among colleagues.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Physiotherapist

My care physiotherapy clinic
India
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
  • Conducted ergonomic assessments and provided recommendations to patients and employers to reduce the risk of workplace injuries.
  • Provided gait training and assisted with the use of assistive devices to improve mobility and independence.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on education and exercise for specific patient populations.
  • Prescribed therapeutic exercises focusing on strengthening muscles and improving flexibility.
  • Evaluated and documented patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Prescribed and demonstrated in-home exercises and therapies to help patients improve progress and physical health.
  • Treated conditions to aid developmental, neurological and orthopedic disorders.
  • Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Assisted patients with sports injuries.
  • Performed manual therapy techniques such as soft tissue mobilization and joint manipulation to reduce pain and restore mobility.
  • Implemented therapeutic exercises and activities designed to improve mobility, strength, and coordination.
  • Utilized modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat and cold packs and traction to manage s
  • Promoted a positive and supportive environment that encouraged patient participation and engagement in the therapeutic process.
  • Gave pain-relief treatment to patients involving moist packs, foam rollers, soothing balms and infrared lamps.

Education

Developmental Service Worker - Healthcare

Fanshawe College
London, None
06-2024

BACHELOR'S OF PHYSIOTHERAPY - Healthcare

BITS INSTITUTE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
INDIA
04-2020

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Collaboration skills
  • Client advocacy
  • First aid and CPR
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Safety awareness
  • Community activities

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Direct Support Worker

Community Living London
05.2023 - Current

Physiotherapist

My care physiotherapy clinic
10.2019 - 07.2021

Developmental Service Worker - Healthcare

Fanshawe College

BACHELOR'S OF PHYSIOTHERAPY - Healthcare

BITS INSTITUTE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY

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