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Work History
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Donnay Jacobs (Vermeulen)

Donnay Jacobs (Vermeulen)

Physiotherapist
Paarl

Summary

Dedicated physiotherapist with extensive experience at Nurture Health, specializing in musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation. Proven track record in patient centered care, interdisciplinary team work and successful recovery outcomes. Passionate about restoring patient mobility and optimizing functional outcomes. I am to give my most efficient work ethic and I am adaptable in all fields of rehabilitation and environments, with a passion for learning and providing all patients with the best quality of service. I strongly believe that good communication and listening are essential tools for an excellent leader, and I always strive to maintain those skills.

My goal is to be a leader with experience in all fields of rehabilitation and to constantly evolve into the best version of myself.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Physiotherapist

Nurture Health
08.2023 - Current
  • Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term health and wellbeing.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on home exercise program that complement therapy sessions.
  • Deliver individualized, outcome-based physiotherapy to postoperative, neurological, and globally weakened patients with prolonged hospital stays.
  • Collaboration with IDT for integrated care.
  • Maintain electronic health records, and track functional progress.
  • Attending family meetings, discussing goals, plans for discharge, and current progress.
  • Assisting with therapy manager duties, including billing, and facilitating regular team meetings focused on patient progress, continuity of care, and clinical outcomes.
  • Individualized home programs for discharge.
  • Assisted patient in obtaining appropriate assistive devices.

Locum Physiotherapist

Mediclinic
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Individualized physiotherapy in high care, chest, and post-surgery recovery.
  • Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
  • Planned and administered range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation.

Physiotherapist

George Regional Hospital
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Individualized physiotherapy in the ICU, postoperative recovery, and pediatrics.
  • Submitting patient stats on Clinicom.
  • Assisting and allocating patients to fourth-year students during the ICU rotation.
  • I supervised final-year physiotherapy students during clinical placements in ward settings.
  • Allocated patients to students based on case complexity and learning objectives.
  • Provided hands-on clinical support, ensuring quality care while fostering student development.

Locum Physiotherapist

Mediclinic
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Assisted in the rehabilitation of post-operative patients by providing guidance and support throughout the recovery process.
  • Served, communicated and consulted as member of interdisciplinary team.
  • Increased patient satisfaction rates by consistently delivering compassionate, attentive care throughout all treatments.

Physiotherapist

Roderiques Physiotherapy
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
  • Home visits for neurological rehabilitation.
  • Individualized treatment for chronic pain and sports injuries.
  • Provided patient with information, techniques and support to enhance development of motor skills.
  • Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
  • Designed and reviewed clinical management plans to encourage exercise and movement.

Community Service Physiotherapist

Bambisana Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Evaluated patient progress with regular assessments, adjusting treatment plans as needed to maximize functional gains.
  • Improved patient mobility by designing and implementing individualized treatment plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with local organizations and healthcare providers, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care within the community setting.
  • Conducting cerebral palsy and health lifestyle groups.
  • Home visits and outreach to clinics.
  • Neurological and postoperative rehabilitation.
  • Compiling statistical reports, procurement, and budget allocation within the department.
  • Updating CP and wheelchair databases.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

University of Western Cape
Bellville
04.2001 -

Bachelors -

Excelsior Secondary School
Belhar
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Home exercise programs
  • Neurological rehabilitation
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation
  • Wheelchair assessment and prescription
  • CPR training
  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Team orientated

Interests

Reading

Journaling

Nature walks with my dog

Certification

Intermediate wheelchair seating trained

References

Ernestine Bruinders - Chief Physiotherapist

George Provincial Hospital

072 432 4403


Dr Ximbi - Clinical Manager

Bambisana Hospital

065 934 0375


Mujahid Shaik

Previous therapy manager at Nurture Paarl

078 452 8672

shaik@sphysio.co.za

Timeline

FIM training

06-2025

CPR for professionals

10-2024

Understanding traumatic brain injury

10-2024

Intermediate wheelchair seating trained

06-2024

Physiotherapist

Nurture Health
08.2023 - Current

Locum Physiotherapist

Mediclinic
06.2023 - 08.2023

Physiotherapist

George Regional Hospital
04.2023 - 08.2023

Rehabilitation guidelines following TKR

03-2023

Low back pain

03-2023

Respiratory physiotherapy techniques for the ICU patient

03-2023

Introduction to amputee rehabilitation

03-2023

Locum Physiotherapist

Mediclinic
02.2023 - 03.2023

Physiotherapist

Roderiques Physiotherapy
01.2023 - 03.2023

Community Service Physiotherapist

Bambisana Hospital
01.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

University of Western Cape
04.2001 -

Bachelors -

Excelsior Secondary School
04.2001 -

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