Nijesha Patel
334 Edward Street North,Thunder Bay,ON
Summary
Friendly Physical Therapist Assistant with strengths in relieving pain and decreasing patient stress. Effectively monitors and tracks patient needs and progress through routine assessments, keeping accurate files. Positive attitude builds strong work relationships.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Physiotherapy Assistant
Back In Motion Rehabilitation Inc.
07.2024 - Current
- Work under and adhere to treatment plans under the direction and supervision of the
Registered Physiotherapist. - Participate in competency assessments and accept assigned tasks from the Registered
Physiotherapist, including thermotherapy, ice, exercises, electrotherapy modalities to
improve Resident mobility, independence, and quality of life. - Implement treatment as prescribed and directed by the Registered Physiotherapist in the Care Plans, to achieve Resident/Family goals in the areas of transfers, gait training, strength, range of motion, balance, pain reduction, falls reduction, and cardiorespiratory function.
- Participate in structured communication with the supervising Physiotherapist and team, to update on progress and ensure high quality care of Residents.
- Conduct group exercise classes for Residents, as required by the Home Set up, maitain and clean/disinfect rehabilitation equipment as per guidelines.
- Participate in Care Conferences as appropriate, and other Committees as required Communicate with Residents and Families, using sensitive and simple language.
- Communicate effectively with the Resident/Family and LTC Home team regarding functional progress Document progress in the PointClickCare digital platform.
- Achieve established workload targets; accurately enter workload data at required frequency.
Physiotherapy Assistant
Achieva Health
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Working under the direction and supervision of Registered Physiotherapist.
- Adhering to treatment plans under the direction and supervision of the Physiotherapist.
- Carrying out treatment plans such as thermotherapy, ice, exercises, electrotherapeutic modalities to improve the patients’ independence, mobility and quality of life.
- Performing various treatments as prescribed and directed by the Registered Physiotherapist including gait training, balance exercises, range of motion, strengthening exercises and falls prevention techniques.
- Maintaining regular ongoing communication with the Physiotherapist and the team regarding patients’ progress.
- Setting up, preparing and disinfecting Physiotherapy equipment daily.
- Adhering to the health and safety and infection control policies at all times.
- Following and maintaining patient personal health information and confidentiality at all times.
- Administering Physiotherapy treatment in a professional and respectful manner at all times.
- Completing documentation as directed by the Physiotherapist.
Volunteer
St. Joseph Care Group (Hogarth Riverview Manor)
05.2023 - Current
- Assisting with special events or programs.
- Maintaining clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Using strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supporting in engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Part Time Crew Member
McDonald's
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Assisted other team members to achieve goals.
- Prepared products following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
Physiotherapy Intern
M.B. Gohil Insti. Of Medical Science & Research
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability.
- Performed therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills.
- Designed treatment program to achieve established goals.
- Devised creative treatment plans for individuals suffering from injuries or diseases.
- Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary.
- Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
- Charted patients' progress and update departmental records with data according to healthcare documentation regulation.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma (Ontario College Certi.) - Health Informatics
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay, ON04.2023
Post Graduate Diploma (Ontario College Certi.) - Health Administration And Leadership
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay, ON08.2022
Bachelors of Physiotherapy - Health Sciences
Ashok And Rita Patel Institute of Physiotherapy
08.2021
Skills
- Patient Medical Histories
- Mobility Support
- Therapist Assistance
- Home Exercise Programs
- Pain Management Techniques
- Movement Restoration
- Time Management
- Team Contribution
- Team Collaboration
- Clerical Support
- Document Management
- Verbal and Written Communication
Therapeutic Exercise Knowledge
Balance and Coordination Development
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Familiarity
Soft tissue mobilization
Neurological Rehabilitation Proficiency
Languages
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Additional Information
Professional References:
1. Nadine Doucette (Professor)
Contact Info : (807) 475-6497 (Tel)
ndoucette@confederationcollege.ca (email)
2. Suzanne Sterling (Professor)
Contact Info: (807) 627-7021 (Tel)
ssterlin@my.hpu.edu / ssterlin@confederationcollege.ca
3. Gustavo Rodrigues Petterle (Professor)
Contact Info: (613) 770-5312 (Tel)
grodrig2@confederationcollege.ca
4. Nancy Varey (Former Employer-McDonald)
Contact Info: (807) 628-4063 (Tel)
nvarey@hotmail.com
5. Achieva Health(Former Employer)
Contact No.:(416) 489-8888
TReppas@achievahealth.ca
6. Back in Motion Rehab INC. (BiM Health Services Limited partnership)(current employer)
Contact No: 1. (778)772-8340 2. (604)-652-2013.
1. vickyf@bimhealth.com 2. offie.lastimoza@bimhealth.com
7. Ujjawal Singh Tomar (Registered Physiotherapist)(Colleague)
Contact No.: 437-227-4710
ujjawalsinghtomarpt@gmail.com
Timeline
Physiotherapy Assistant
Back In Motion Rehabilitation Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Physiotherapy Assistant
Achieva Health
06.2023 - 06.2024
Volunteer
St. Joseph Care Group (Hogarth Riverview Manor)
05.2023 - Current
Part Time Crew Member
McDonald's
04.2022 - 04.2023
Physiotherapy Intern
M.B. Gohil Insti. Of Medical Science & Research
01.2021 - 07.2021
Post Graduate Diploma (Ontario College Certi.) - Health Informatics
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Post Graduate Diploma (Ontario College Certi.) - Health Administration And Leadership
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelors of Physiotherapy - Health Sciences
Ashok And Rita Patel Institute of Physiotherapy
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