User:Vivek Kakkar
Registered Physical Therapist 2013 - , Dr.Kakkars Physiotherapy & Fitness Clinic Provided physical therapy services for OPD. Assessed patients’ rehabilitative needs, jointly developed patient plan of care and treatment goals and conducted physician-prescribed PT programs for medically complex patients (children through geriatric). Trained and supervised 15 PT assistants in all physical-rehabilitation-therapy treatments. Selected Contributions: Restored function for patients and prevented/lessened disabilities following disease or profound injury (including loss of limb, traumatic brain injury, stroke, lymphoma and paralysis). Planned and administered treatments, modalities and therapeutic exercise programs encompassing active and passive ranges of motion, muscle reeducation, massage and heat/water/ice/electrical/light stimulation. Instructed patients in the safe and effective use of pulleys, weights, inclined surfaces and other equipment prescribed for their treatment. Participated in wound-care treatment and helped patients adapt to the use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic/orthotic devices. Performed diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities. Excelled in ability to customize/adapt conventional PT techniques to meet the special needs of individual patients. Provided comprehensive training in PT techniques to nursing and other medical personnel as well as family members of patients. Managed a high-volume caseload and organized the daily schedules of PT assistants and patients. Earned repeated commendations from supervisor and patients for providing high-quality, compassionate care helping patients to maximize their success and live within the limits of their capabilities. Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) 2004 - 2005, MGM Hospital,CBD 2005 - 2009, Dr.Kakkars Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist (Dr. Ezhil Mathi, MPT Sports, Associate Proff,Mgm College Of Physiotherapy), (Dr.Meruna Bose, MPT Neuro,HOD Neuro Physiotherapy Dept,Mgm School Of Physiotherapy) provided physical therapy treatments and modalities in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Worked in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation department implementing, reviewing, revising and progressing individual PT treatment programs. Communicated with MDs, RPT and other medical professionals concerning patient status, progress and continued service’s needs. Selected Contributions: Maintained premium patient care at all times and earned highest possible rating of “exemplary” on performance review. Documented patients’ progress and completed discharge summaries, home-program treatment plans and other forms for intra-/extra-agency personnel. Ensured all documentation was clear, concise, timely, accurate and complete. Supervised technicians and equipped them with information necessary to provide quality patient care. Education 2009, MUHS BPT in Physical Therapy; graduated while working full-time as a PHYSIOTHERAPIST 2010, University of Chester, Park Gate Road,UK PG Cert Cardiovascular Rehabilitation
2012, Pad.Dr.D Y Patil University
MPT Community Health Affiliations Indian Association of Physiotherapy Association (IAP), Member 35644
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Skill Name Skill Level Last Used/Experience
PT Treatments/Techniques Expert Currently used/4 years
Patient Assessment Expert Currently used/6years
Diagnostics/Prognostics Expert Currently used/5years
Case Management Expert Currently used/4years
Patient Relations/ Communications Expert Currently used/8years
Quality and Consistency of Care Expert Currently used/4years
Team Training/Supervision Expert Currently used/4years
Additional Credentials: Certified McKenzie Practitioner ,The McKenzie INSTITUTE INTERNATIONAL (Australia) Certified Manual Therapist- instructed by (Advanced Physical Therapy Education,U.S.A) Certified Neuro Dynamic Solution Practitioner-(Australia) Certified Kinesiological Taping Practitioner-(Australia) Certified Pilates Instructor- Movement Solutions Certified course in Sports Rehabilitation CPR Certified
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