Rhonda Perez

• Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
• Monitored patient progress and adapted treatment plans to reflect changes.
• Improved patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
• Educated families and caregivers on treatment programmes for improved at-home support.
• Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
• Maintained care continuity through multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration.
• Adapted exercises to suit varied ages and abilities for personalized patient care.
• Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.

• Applied therapeutic modalities and procedures to treat injuries.
• Instructed athletes on appropriate stretches and at-home treatments for minor injuries.
• Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on field, during practice, or while exercising.
• Delivered emergency care for injured athletes on field or at sporting events.
• Assessed physical and physiological conditions of athletes to determine eligibility for competition.
• Developed and implemented preventive programs to minimize injuries.
• Coordinated care with team doctors, athletes, families and coaches.
• Prescribed treatments such as rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
• Evaluated and triaged athletic injuries for doctor.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Working directly with the SCOI Fellowship Surgeons covering local High School and Jr College sports on and off the field.

Attending to athletes in prevention and care of athletic injuries. Referring athletes to SCOI MD's as necessary.

Assessing athletes' injuries. Treating injuries during practices and athletic events. Developing and implementing appropriate rehab programs for each individual. Providing education for athletes, coaches, and parents regarding injury, rehab, nutrition, and preventative measures. Communicating with Coaches, parents, and MD's regarding the status of athletes under my care.

Worked alongside the SCOI Fellowship Surgeons at the Free Sports Injury Clinics, assessing and treating athletic injuries from the community as well as the local schools.

Assisting the SCOI Fellowship Surgeons with cadaver mock surgeries, as well as, attending surgeries of sport related injuries.