Manny Lehal
Surrey,BC
Summary
Motivated Physiotherapist graduate with over 8 years of experience and proven history of keeping patients committed to treatment plans both in and out of therapy sessions. Highly sensitive to patients' needs and comfort. Knowledgeable in general, acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical, and respiratory therapies and exercise. Have experience in group classes such as pulmonary class and high-risk patients for heart disease.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Kinesiologist
Allied Physiotherapy Health Group
07.2023 - Current
- Help individuals cope with physical injuries and manage, rehabilitate, and prevent disorders that impede movement
- Provide initial and final assessment and reassessment if required
- Keep updated notes about the clients’ progress and connect with respective specialists in the clinic about treatment concerns
- Training patients to use exercises, stretches, or therapy to manage pain, prevent injury, and increase mobility.
Student Physiotherapist
Beacon Hospital
Dublin
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Used wheelchairs and provided standing support to transport patients to and from treatment areas.
- Performed post-surgical (hysterectomy, prostatectomy, and abdominal) mobilization.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Taught patients proper use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, and crutches.
- Collaborated with the senior cardiorespiratory physical therapist to plan and administer a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs.
- Issued referrals to patients for more specialized care when necessary.
- Conducted precise assessments of patient condition and functional abilities.
- Performed auscultation and provided necessary breathing exercises to help with mucus excretion and reduce respiratory rate.
- Documentation and discharging patients.
- Conducted a pulmonary rehabilitation class twice a week for patients with lung conditions.
- Performing handovers and communicating with the nursing staff.
- Transferring patients using a sara steady, sliding sheet, and a hoist.
- Educated patients on exercises and variety of breathing techniques.
- Educated patients on the importance of mobilization post surgery and educate patients on the risk of lymphodema post masectomy.
Student Physiotherapist
Irish Army Defense
Dublin
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Independently performed subjective and objective assessments in patients with musculoskeletal injuries.
- Perform appropriate screening measurements in the initial assessment.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Cleaned and organized work area and disinfected equipment after treatment to maintain cleanliness and presentation of the establishment.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and treatments.
- Collaborated with the senior physiotherapist to plan and administer various treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving an active and passive range of motion and muscle reeducation.
- Performed short on-the-phone triage to assess the severity of the injury and book them in for an appointment.
- Documentation of patient's notes through the online database.
- Provided general educational advice to patients about injury prevention, healthy practices and nutrition.
- Recorded and reviewed patient medical history through online medical database.
- Educated patients on most effective practices for pain alleviation, strengthening and rehabilitation.
Exercise Physiologist Assistant
Live Well Exercise Clinic
05.2017 - 10.2019
- Connect with members and ensure that they are having a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Lead the group stretch at the end of the exercise session and incorporate individuals to share their fitness accomplishments of the week.
- Evaluate the patient's blood pressure before, during, and after exercise as well as a pulse check.
- Performed a group cardiac exercise program supervised by the senior cardiac physiologist.
- Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Reviewed medical records of patients prior to visits to determine physical limitations, precautions and contra-indications.
- Worked closely with cardiac and pulmonary rehab patients in clinical setting to promote healthy exercise regimes for recovery from major health events.
- Responded proactively and properly to situations requiring exercise cessation.
- Demonstrated correct posture and form to patients and watched exercises for potential problems.
Education
Master of Science - Physiotherapy
University College of Dublin
Dublin, Ireland06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Active Health and Rehabilitation
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC12.2018
Skills
- Empathetic and Patient
- Outpatient Therapy Background
- Acute Rehabilitation Background
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Active Listening
- People Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Team Player
Timeline
Registered Kinesiologist
Allied Physiotherapy Health Group
07.2023 - Current
Student Physiotherapist
Beacon Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2022
Student Physiotherapist
Irish Army Defense
05.2022 - 06.2022
Exercise Physiologist Assistant
Live Well Exercise Clinic
05.2017 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Physiotherapy
University College of Dublin
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology Active Health and Rehabilitation
Simon Fraser University
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