Evan Schuman
Gauteng
Summary
Resourceful and innovative Physiotherapist with 6 years' experience, with a proven track record in positive patient outcomes, working in multidisciplinary teams alongside orthopaedic surgeons, occupational therapists, personal trainers, coaches and nutritionists. An analytical, hardworking individual, passionate about ensuring that client outcomes are exceeded. A strong communicator with the ability to be a very good listener. An accurate planner with the skill of being flexible depending on the situation and needs of the client. Invariably adaptive and time conscious in a profession where there is always change. An attentive to detail, hardworking individual who embraces challenges, aiming to always do the best in multiple roles in the profession. Highly dedicated to continuously learn and improve where needed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
FLOYD LEBATIE PHYSIOTHERAPY
03.2022 - Current
- Assessment and treatment of orthopaedic and sport-related conditions and injuries
- Provision of rehabilitation classes
- Reviewing and drawing up of up post-operative and conservative rehabilitation protocols
- Presentations of different conditions, up-to-date evidence-based assessment and treatment
- Working with health care professionals and families to maintain continuation of care
- Assisting front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payment
- Remaining involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served
- Construction of physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength
- Development and implementation of personalized fitness and therapeutic programs
- Management of acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Adapting therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations
- Tracking and evaluating patient progress with respect to treatment goals
- Organizing and prioritizing workload and delegated responsibilities to other team members
- Conduction of clinical assessments and evaluations to determine patient needs
- Demonstration of proper form and monitoring patients during exercises
- Provision of treatment to patients suffering from sports-related injuries
- Teaching of chronic pain management techniques to patients
- Identifying patient-specific barriers to rehabilitation, creating tailored strategies to overcome challenges
- Mentored junior physiotherapists, fostering professional growth and enhancing clinical skills
- Increasing patient adherence to home exercise programs by providing clear communication and education materials
- Monthly attendance of orthopaedic surgeries
- Writing up of informative blog posts on various conditions
- Frequent communication with multi-disciplinary team members including orthopaedic surgeons, sports physicians, radiologists, sonographers and general practitioners
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
QE HEALTH
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided a high standard of physiotherapy services to patients
- Provided treatment to patients suffering from sports-related injuries such as concussions, tennis elbow, muscle strains or ligament tears
- Consulted with multi-disciplinary team members so as to be manage patients holistically
- Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with a full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
- Consulted patients on treatments and strategies for improving long-term well-being
- Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals
- Worked with health care professionals and families to maintain continuation of care
- Taught chronic pain management techniques to assist patients in managing pain, including exercise, stretching and manual therapy techniques
- Supervised and coordinated work of physiotherapists, interns and students
- Organized and prioritized own workload and delegated responsibilities accordingly
- Reported all complaints/incidents to senior managers Implemented standards and policies
- Assisted front desk by answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents and processing payments when needed
- Researched and stayed abreast of current treatment modalities by attending professional development opportunities
CLINICAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Nicki Ross Physiotherapists
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Evaluated and treated patients with cardiorespiratory conditions
- Assessed and treated patients with post-surgical respiratory complications
- Managed clients within a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on an holistic approach
- Consulted family members on client progression or medical regression
- Organized and prioritized workload
- Remained culturally aware and sensitive when treating patients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
University of The Western Cape
Cape Town, Western Cape12.2017
Skills
- Always willing to go above and beyond for patients and team members
- Able to work well under pressure and be adaptable to sudden changes
- Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently
- Able to manage escalations, issues and risks to service delivery
- Able to motivate others through effective and constructive communication
- Ability to work within a team and independently, in a very busy environment
- A good listener, eager to learn from more experienced practitioners
- Engagement and innovation during staff meetings
- Manual Therapy
- Musculoskeletal Assessment
- Sports Injury Management
- Dry Needling Techniques
- Kinesiology Taping
- Therapeutic exercise prescription
- Home Exercise Programs
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Gait Analysis and Training
- Cognitive Motor Training
- Return to play management and protocols
- Pain Management Techniques
- Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- Myofascial release techniques
- Soft tissue mobilization
Accomplishments
- Contributing author for the international Sports Injury Bulletin - June 2024.
- Multiple online blog posts.
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude.
- Obtained a membership from the Golden Key International Honours society.
- Nominated as student ambassador for the South African Society of Physiotherapy.
Certification
· SPT Module 1&2 (Jan - May 2024)
· Exploring Cervical spine Anatomy (19th Feb 2024)
· The ACL great Debate (5th July 2023)
· Foot and ankle (7th June 2023)
· Ethical Principles and Values (22nd May 2023)
· Hand and Wrist (10th May 2023)
· Introduction to the Knee (7th May 2023)
· The Hip - A modern day Soliloquy (4th April 2023)
· Shoulder Acromioplasty(1st March 2023)
· TFCC Injuries (4th May 2022)
· Extensor Tendon Injury Management (4th May 2022)
· Flexor Tendon Injury Management (3rd May 2022)
· Hips from Dysplasia to hyper-mobility (13th April 2022)
· Micro-instability of the hip (7th April 2022)
· The Frozen Shoulder (2nd March 2022)
· Sport injury management (15th-16th November 2019)
· Low back and neck treatment webinar - chronic pain (8th, 15th and 17th October 2019)
· Difference and diversity in a patient-centered workspace (10th October 2019)
· Basic life Support (20th July 2019)
· Product specific training and seating mentoring - CerebalPalsy (31st October 2018)
· Kinesiotaping 1 and 2 (14th-15th September September 2018)
· Informed consent and medical confidentiality (26th May 2018)
· Dry needling (15th April 2018)
· BokSmart Rugby concussion training (21st February 2018)
· Severe Acute Malnutrition training (8th March 2019)
· Rigid strapping - Field side 101 (17th February 2018)
Additional Information
Weekend work
Working on game days for a local rugby team Marist St. Michaels in New Zealand -Pre-game strapping. -On field management. -Concussion management. -Post-game management.
Weekend Work in South Africa - Total Football Excellence - Pre-game strapping, on field management, post-game management.
References
- Current Reference available on request
- QE Health CEO, aaron.randell@qehealth.co.nz
- Allied health coordinator, sue.whitby@qehealth.co.nz, +6422 565 9239
- Senior Physiotherapist, erin.barclay@qehealth.co.nz, +6427 887 9785
Timeline
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
FLOYD LEBATIE PHYSIOTHERAPY
03.2022 - Current
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
QE HEALTH
01.2021 - 12.2022
CLINICAL PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Nicki Ross Physiotherapists
03.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
University of The Western Cape
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