POONAM SOLANKI
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Caring and reliable Physiotherapy Assistant with experience supporting patients in their rehabilitation. Skilled in assisting with exercises, mobility, and maintaining patient records. Looking to contribute to a healthcare team in Ontario by providing excellent support and helping patients achieve their recovery goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapy Assistant
The Wellington Retirement and Long Term Home
09.2023 - Current
- Assisting with Resident Care: Support residents in mobility exercises, transfers, and ambulation.
- Supporting Physiotherapists: Prepare treatment areas, follow treatment plans, and report progress.
- Equipment Management: Maintain and sanitize physiotherapy equipment and ensure availability of mobility aids.
- Resident Engagement & Motivation: Encourage residents' active participation in therapy and offer emotional support.
- Documentation & Reporting: Record therapy sessions, monitor progress, and update records accurately.
- Safety & Compliance: Follow infection control protocols, ensure safe handling, and adhere to regulations.
Physiotherapy Assistant
Complete Care Physiotherapy Clinic
05.2024 - 05.2024
- Knowledge of Physiotherapy Techniques
- Patient Handling & Mobility Assistance
- Data Entry & Documentation (EMR systems)
- Communication Skills
- Empathy & Compassion
- Team Collaboration
Clinical Physiotherapist
Vardani Physiotherapy Clinic
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Administered manual therapy techniques to improve patient joint function and reduce discomfort.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments to determine patient needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
- Utilized ultrasound therapy devices to alleviate patient pain and speed up recovery.
- Applied electrotherapy techniques to stimulate muscle function in patients with mobility issues.
Clinical Physiotherapist
Complete Care Multispecialty Physiotherapy Clinic
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served.
- Administered massages and traction to relieve pain and prevent deformity.
- Organized and prioritized workload and delegated responsibilities to other team members.
- Administered manual therapy techniques to improve patient joint function and reduce discomfort.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments to determine patient needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
Clinical Physiotherapist
Purushuttom Changoiwala Welfare Trust
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted thorough physical assessments to determine patient needs and develop personalized treatment plans.
- Administered manual therapy techniques to improve patient joint function and reduce discomfort.
- Utilized ultrasound therapy devices to alleviate patient pain and speed up recovery.
- Educated patients on home exercise programs to complement in-clinic treatment and enhance recovery.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Healthacre
Conestoga Collage
12-2024
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physical Therapy
Ashoke And Rita Patel Institute Of Physiotherapy
04-2019
Skills
- Pain management techniques
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Balance and coordination development
- Range of motion improvement
- Gait analysis and training
- Orthopedic rehabilitation expertise
- Movement restoration
- Geriatric physiotherapy
- Electrotherapy application
- Problem-solving capacity
- Therapeutic exercise
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Cupping Therapy Certificate
- Dry Needling Certificate
- Therapeutic Tapping Technique Certificate
Timeline
Physiotherapy Assistant
Complete Care Physiotherapy Clinic
05.2024 - 05.2024
Physiotherapy Assistant
The Wellington Retirement and Long Term Home
09.2023 - Current
Clinical Physiotherapist
Vardani Physiotherapy Clinic
12.2022 - 07.2023
Clinical Physiotherapist
Complete Care Multispecialty Physiotherapy Clinic
02.2022 - 10.2022
Clinical Physiotherapist
Purushuttom Changoiwala Welfare Trust
02.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physical Therapy
Ashoke And Rita Patel Institute Of Physiotherapy
Graduate Certificate - Healthacre
Conestoga Collage
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