Alannah Riggans
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Collaborative and compassionate worrker driven to help people improve movement and manage pain after injuries, illnesses or surgeries. Listens carefully to patients, observes movements and develops individualized treatment plans. Establishes clear goals and outcomes and encourages and challenges patients to attain expected progress.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Physiotherapist
Guide Healthcare
06.2023 - Current
- Communicated effectively with residents, families and caregivers about goals of care plan.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members in order to provide comprehensive care services for patients.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for residents based on their diagnosis and condition.
- Provided resident education to help improve understanding of their condition and the importance of exercise, posture and lifestyle changes.
- Conducted group sessions for specific conditions such as low back pain or arthritis management.
- Maintained detailed records regarding patient assessments, treatments provided and progress notes.
- Evaluated and assessed residents to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
Physiotherapist
RACS
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Evaluated and assessed patients to establish measurable goals and promote restoration of functional abilities.
- Taught patients and families about self-care treatments and exercises that can be completed at home.
- Identified and properly documented patient goals, evaluated progress and planned reevaluation.
- Assessed patient to develop treatment plan with measurable goals and time frames.
- Incorporated clinical expertise, patient values and best evidence to drive clinical practice.
- Reviewed physician referrals and patient medical records to formulate accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
- Planned for discharges and communicated findings and progress in detailed reports.
- Customized conventional physical therapy techniques to meet specific needs of individual patients.
- Collaborated with practitioners by recording and sharing physical therapy outcomes and recommending modifications to treatment plans.
- Facilitated ADLs and assisted patients with functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Education
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
University of Canberra
12.2021
Skills
- Empathetic and patient
- Observant
- Time management proficiency
- Issue and conflict resolution
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Working collaboratively
- Active listening
- Friendly, positive attitude
Referees
Bridgette Nelson - bridgette.nelson@act.gov.au
Emily Scott - emilykscott78@gmail.com
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Guide Healthcare
06.2023 - Current
Physiotherapist
RACS
02.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
University of Canberra
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