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STEPHANIE LAU-TUCKER

Etobicoke,ON

Summary

Experienced neurological rehabilitation physiotherapist possessing strong clinical skills and a commitment to helping patients achieve individualized goals and improved quality of life. Highly organized, detail-oriented and reliable professional well-versed in collaborating with interdisciplinary team.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Full Time Physiotherapist

HENNICK BRIDGEPOINT HOSPITAL
11.2008 - Current
  • Current unit: Acquired Brain Injury and Neurological Rehabilitative Care inpatient unit
  • Previously worked units: Ambulatory Care outpatient unit; Neurological Care and Activation inpatient unit

- Conduct physiotherapy assessments and develop and adapt treatment plans, including delegating to and monitoring a PTA when appropriate

- Effectively communicate and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team during patient rounds and on a regular basis as needed to ensure patient safety and assist with efficient discharge planning

- Provide education to patients and families during therapy sessions and family meetings

- Complete clinical documentation and workload statistics in a timely manner

- Actively participate in unit level business meetings to assist with overall unit improvements

- Clinical Instructor for several University of Toronto Physiotherapy students

- Assisted with achieving Accreditation as well as the Stroke Distinction classification

- Provided physiotherapy coverage for two weeks on the Orthopedic and Geriatric Activation inpatient unit due to organizational needs

Education

Masters of Science in Physical Therapy -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO
2008

Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours), Minor in Psychology -

McMASTER UNIVERSITY
2006

Skills

  • Member in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
  • FIM certified
  • Rostered for: Acupuncture, Administering a Substance by Inhalation, Pelvic Internal Exams
  • ADP authorizer for mobility aids (in progress)

Continuing Education

  • Levels 1 & 2 of Pelvic Physiotherapy Training
  • Vestibular Rehabilitation: A Comprehensive Introduction
  • Chedoke-McMaster Stroke Assessment Training Workshop
  • Acupuncture and Dry Needling: 5 courses and final exam
  • Study participant in The REACT Study
  • Introduction to Neuro-Proprioceptive Taping
  • Motor Skill Learning and Neuroplastic Change in the Neurological Patient
  • NDT/Bobath Introductory Course in the Treatment of Adults with Hemiplegia

Timeline

Full Time Physiotherapist

HENNICK BRIDGEPOINT HOSPITAL
11.2008 - Current

Masters of Science in Physical Therapy -

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

Bachelor of Kinesiology (Honours), Minor in Psychology -

McMASTER UNIVERSITY
STEPHANIE LAU-TUCKER