Samkelisiwe Mkhize
Physiotherapist
Kempton Park
Summary
Accomplished Senior Physiotherapist with a proven track record at Shaun Michael Physiotherapy, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative treatments and specialized care in sports injuries. Expert in patient assessments and treatment planning, coupled with exceptional coordination and documentation skills. Achieved significant improvements in patient recovery rates, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Physiotherapist
Shaun Michael Physiotherapy
Kempton Park
01.2022 - Current
- Remained involved in aftercare and follow-up for each client served.
- Complied with personal and patient safety and infection control policies by incorporating rigorous and consistent hand hygiene and using personal protective equipment.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and formulated effective, clinically reasoned treatment plans.
- Implemented policies and procedures with utmost working ethics while communicating effectively to team members.
- Implemented innovative therapeutic techniques that resulted in improved outcomes for a significant proportion of patients.
- Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate and timely records for optimal patient care.
- Evaluated the efficacy of various treatment approaches regularly adjusting them accordingly based on patient feedback.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Counseled patients on treatments and strategies for improving long-term well-being through targeted exercises.
- Maintained clinical professional development by incorporating new treatment trends and research.
- Provided specialized care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, orthopedic, neurologic, and sports medicine cases.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Physiotherapist
The Back Clinic
Kempton Park
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- 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.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to ensure most effective treatment methods were employed for each individual case.
- Made clinical assessments and diagnoses to treat physical problems and conditions.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Formulated treatment plans to address conditions and needs of patients.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life through targeted physical therapy exercises and pain management techniques.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of treatment plans, making necessary adjustments based on observed progress or changing needs.
Education
Bachelor Of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 03.2017
Skills
Collecting vital signs
Timeline
Senior Physiotherapist
Shaun Michael Physiotherapy
01.2022 - Current
Physiotherapist
The Back Clinic
01.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor Of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
University of Pretoria
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