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Hi, I’m

Lavender Rutendo Muyengwa

Physiotherapist
Johannesburg
Lavender Rutendo Muyengwa

Summary

Passionate physiotherapist with diverse experience treating patients from various cultural backgrounds seeks to empower individuals through movement. Adept at comprehensive assessments, evidence-based plans, and manual therapy techniques, I excel in aiding recovery from post-traumatic injuries and navigating the healing process. Culturally sensitive communication and focus on client confidentiality ensure trust and understanding. Eager to leverage my skills and contribute to your team.

Overview

13
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Tina and Cowley Reading Centre

Reading Therapist
11.2022

Job overview

  • Reading Therapist at a Tina and Cowley Reading Centre, using Neuro Focus Therapy to help students increase focus and concentration.

Education

University of Pretoria

Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy
01.2019 - 12.2022

University Overview

Fourways High School

Matric
01.2013 - 12.2017

University Overview

Subjects: English, Afrikaans, Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics

Bryandale Primary School

Primary School
01.2009 - 12.2012

University Overview

Skills

    Documentation Requirements

One-On-One Support

Crisis Intervention

Client Relations

Patient Monitoring

Progress Assessment

Building Rapport

Client Confidentiality

Motivational Interviewing

Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Second achiever for the Final-Year End of Block- 3rd year of University (2021)
  • Mentorship Programme for Two First-Year Physiotherapy Students (2020)
  • National Eisteddfod Silver Certificate for Singing in Grade 10 (2015)
  • Silver Leaf Award for Academics for receiving a 70% average in Grade 11(2016)
  • National Eisteddfod Gold Certificate for Poetry in Grade 9 (2014)
  • Half Colours on School Blazer for Junior Drama in Grade 9 (2014)
  • Merit Award for Service in School library (2014)
  • School Prefect in Grade 7 (2012)
  • Class Monitor in Grade 3(2007)

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • HPCSA member- PT S 0156604
  • SASP member- MMUY0002

Research

Research
The knowledge, practice, attitudes of Plagiarism in the healthcare science students- a cross-sectional study survey, Tatum Mitrovich, Khanyisa Baloyi, Perseverance Mupambirei, Kyla Cross Marizaan van de Mescht, Dr. Nontembiso Magida

Qualifications And Training

Qualifications And Training
  • Clinical experience, Fourth Year of Studies (2022), Clinical block 1, Steve Biko Academic Hospital, 5 weeks, Clinical block 2, Gilead/Rivingo Geriatric home, 5 weeks, Clinical block 3, Tswane Rehabilitation Hospital, 5 weeks, Clinical Block 4, New Hope Primary School, 5 weeks, Clinical Block 5, SEMLI at the University of Pretoria, 5 weeks, Third Year of Studies (2021), Clinical block 1, Akina Mama Littleton help, 4 weeks, Clinical block 2, Medifrail Equestria Geriatric home, 6 weeks, Clinical block 3, Ons Tuins, Riveria Geriatric home, 3 weeks
  • Witkoppen Clinic (2023), Physiotherapy Volunteer Program, Witkoppen Clinic, 2023/02/01, 2023/11/30, 3, Assisting with a variety of Musculoskeletal conditions, Neurological conditions, and Soft tissue injuries

Personal Information

Personal Information
  • Passport Number: EN270138
  • Date of Birth: 07/18/99
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Religion: Christian

References

References
  • Dr. Nontembiso Magida, Lecturer at the Physiotherapy Orthopedic Department, University of Pretoria, Room 3-75.4 Level 3, Snyman Building, Hatfield, South Africa, 0021, 082 963 8547, 012 356 3230, nontembiso.magida@up.ac.za
  • Dr. Nombeko Mshunqane, Senior Lecturer at the Physiotherapy RCT Department, University of Pretoria, Room 3-75.10 Level 3, Snyman Building, Hatfield, South Africa, 0021, 082 924 3773, 012 356 3235, nombeko.mshuqane@up.ac.za
  • Mrs. Benita Bohnen, Reading Therapist, Tina Cowley Bryanston Reading Centre, 4 Moray Dr, Bryanston, Johannesburg, 2191, 060 916 7298, 076 755 3085, tinacowleybryanston@phraseitright.com
  • Dr. Jean Bassett, Executive Director, Witkoppen Clinic, 105 William Nicol Drive, Fourways, Gauteng, South Africa, 0828509992, 011 7052 438, jeanb@witkoppen.com

Interests

Research

Human Behaviour

Physiotherapist Health Improvement Standards

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Timeline

Reading Therapist
Tina and Cowley Reading Centre
11.2022
University of Pretoria
Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy
01.2019 - 12.2022
Fourways High School
Matric
01.2013 - 12.2017
Bryandale Primary School
Primary School
01.2009 - 12.2012
Lavender Rutendo MuyengwaPhysiotherapist